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Cybersecurity 101: Protecting Yourself by Stopping Malicious Actors November 29, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, IT Support

There are multiple methods for protecting yourself from cybercrime, the challenge is achieving a realistic balance between: Security Accessibility of data Cost to the business You could require an iris scan just to get into the office and run everything on an isolated network that required people to use a separate device to access company data from the one they use to access the internet and their emails. You could put in place in depth…

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Cybersecurity 101: What Does the Law Say? November 8, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, IT Support

Surely you can’t be held responsible if a malicious criminal steals something from you? Unfortunately under the law you can! Failing to take reasonable steps to protect the data your customers or suppliers entrust you with makes you culpable in the eyes of the law if it’s compromised. A key piece of legislation on this is the GDPR – General Data Protection Regulation. Not to be confused with the PECR – Privacy and Electronic Communications…

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Cybersecurity 101: Types of Cyber Attack October 31, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, IT Support

In the most basic sense the broad term malware means mal (bad) ware (software). There are distinctions between a virus that modifies or deletes data and worms that simply self-replicate to overload a system, or trojans that get in and create a back door into a system. We won’t go into too much detail here about the technical differences – it isn’t relevant to most business owners. What is important to consider though is the…

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Cybersecurity 101: Types of Cyber Attacker October 24, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, IT Support

The motivations of a malicious actor are important – who is targeting you will make a significant difference to the type of hack and the type of risks to your business. There are many subcategories and further distinctions, but here we cover the most relevant categories for your average small to medium business. Some options on the list may seem outlandish for a smaller business, but the threat that you might be compromised by a…

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Patching Your PC: Why is it Important? October 18, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, IT Support

Patching your computer is one of the simplest ways to protect it from viruses and malware. Read our infographic for more on what it is and why it is important. Download your PDF Copy Here For help with patching or any other IT Support give us a call on 01245 265 100 or email us at .

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Cybersecurity 101: Why Attack Computers and Networks? October 17, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security

Cybersecurity is a hot-button issue. As we become more connected, the opportunities to steal data or damage a company’s reputation are growing. For most small to medium businesses it is a constant balancing act – to stay compliant with the relevant laws, to protect yourself and your customers, to allow your employees to do their jobs, and to keep your budgets realistic. In our Cybersecurity 101 articles we are going to be covering some of…

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Protect Yourself from Email Scams Impersonating Well-Known Companies July 7, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security, News

Introduction: In the digital age, email has become an integral part of our daily lives. It provides a convenient and efficient way to communicate, but it also presents opportunities for malicious actors to exploit unsuspecting users. One prevalent form of cybercrime is email scams that impersonate big companies, tricking recipients into visiting fake websites and stealing their valuable personal and financial data. In this blog, we will explore the dangers of these scams and provide…

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Protecting Your Cloud Data: Ontraq Ltd’s Solutions to Combat Cloud Phishing – Posted in: Cyber Security, News

Introduction: In today’s digital era, businesses increasingly rely on cloud-based services to store and manage their valuable data. While the benefits of cloud computing are undeniable, the rise of cyber threats, particularly cloud phishing, poses a significant risk to the security and integrity of sensitive information. Ontraq Ltd, an esteemed technology company based in Chelmsford, has emerged as a frontrunner in providing robust solutions to counteract cloud phishing attacks. In this blog post, we will…

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Cyber Security in the news again June 6, 2023 – Posted in: Cyber Security

You will have heard that BBC, British Airways and Boots (and others) have been affected by a major cyber security breach. The personal data, including bank and contact details of employees, seems to have been exposed by hackers who have have exploited a vulnerability in MOVEit Transfer software last week. In today’s interconnected digital world, where our personal and professional lives are heavily reliant on technology, protection against cyber attacks has become paramount. The ever-evolving…

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The Death of Passwords October 10, 2022 – Posted in: Cyber Security

Intro For the last few decades passwords have been the way to confirm your identity when logging onto a computer or, latterly, a web site. However, passwords are reaching the end of their lifespan: they’re too easy to work-around and too difficult to for users to remember and manage. It’s time to look at the alternatives that have become available in the last few years. Why Passwords? Passwords have a massive advantage over all other…

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