Massive Layoffs In 2024 Create A Serious Threat To Your Cybersecurity
The massive wave of layoffs in 2024 brings a cybersecurity threat that most business owners aren’t focusing on – offboarding employees. Even big-time brands that you would expect to have top-of-the-line cybersecurity systems, processes and procedures in place fail to adequately protect themselves from insider threats. This August marks a year since two disgruntled Tesla […]
Frustrated With Bad Tech Support? You’re Not Alone
A recent stream of Reddit comments emerged detailing a series of poor customer service experiences with tech support. While I typically try to stay clear of Reddit and its gang of chronic whiny-pants commenters, I scrolled through a few, you know, for research purposes since I’m in the industry. A few of the complaints sounded […]
Why “Free” Cybersecurity Could End Up Costing Greenville Businesses
As a business leader in Greenville, you’re continuously seeking opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance your bottom line. It’s the spirit seen in every corner of our community, from the bustling boutiques on Main Street to the innovative startups at the NEXT Innovation Center. However, when it comes to cybersecurity, choosing free antivirus […]
The Silent Danger: Lessons from a Major Ransomware Attack and How Greenville Businesses Can Safeguard Themselves
In a recent, startling cybersecurity breach, Change Healthcare, a prominent healthcare payment-processing company under UnitedHealth Group, was infiltrated by the notorious ALPHV/BlackCat hacker group. This incident left the U.S. healthcare system reeling, exposing the vulnerabilities even well-funded networks face and underscoring a chilling reality for businesses everywhere: cyber threats are a pervasive risk, capable of […]
Supercharge Your Business with Stellar IT Support – Learn How, Greenville!
If you’re committed to growing a prosperous business in Greenville, SC, in 2024 and beyond, having robust IT support isn’t just a luxury—it’s the foundation of your operational success. Many local businesses, from the bustling shops on Main Street to tech startups in the Village of West Greenville, have experienced how subpar tech support can […]
The Unyielding Spirit of Leadership: A Lesson from Tech Giants and Local Resolve
In a recent interview, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak reflected on what might have been different if he, rather than Steve Jobs, had been at the helm of Apple. Known for his gentler approach, Wozniak speculated that under his leadership, Apple might never have released the Macintosh. Jobs, with his relentless pursuit of perfection and uncompromising […]
Navigating the Deepfake Dilemma
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way we interact with technology, offering unprecedented capabilities in problem-solving, automation, and data analysis. At the intersection of AI and digital manipulation emerges the phenomenon known as deepfakes. Deepfakes leverage sophisticated AI algorithms, notably Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), to produce hyper-realistic fake content, especially in videos. These AI-generated manipulations […]
Data Breach Hits One Of America’s Largest Healthcare Providers
Do you receive healthcare of any kind from Kaiser Permanente? If so, be aware that they recently published a data breach notification indicating that an unidentified attacker accessed an email account that contained personal health information on April 5th, 2022. Based on the investigation to this point, it appears that sensitive health information belonging to […]
Cisco Email Gateway Appliance Users Should Apply Security Patch
Tech giant Cisco recently sent out a notification to its vast customer base urging them to apply a recently issued patch that addresses a critical security vulnerability. This vulnerability could allow an attacker to bypass the authentication process entirely and gain access to the web management interface of Cisco email gateway appliances with non-default configurations. […]
Simple Ways To Hire The Perfect Candidate The First Time
Top quality talent can be difficult to find in any field, if you have spent any time looking for and hiring people, you know the challenge can be an especially daunting one. There’s tremendous competition for talented folks. Given the cost of hiring and training new people, it’s something you want to get right the […]