Category Archives: Cybersecurity

Don’t Be an Easy Target for Cyber Criminals: The Importance of a Network Vulnerability Assessment

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No business ever wants to be the one that makes headlines for the wrong reasons—a data breach, a ransomware attack, or a massive leak of sensitive information. But the truth is, cybercriminals don’t discriminate. They target businesses of all sizes, and many small to midsized companies are especially vulnerable because they don’t realize how exposed […]

How to Proactively Identify and Defend Your Business Against Network Security Threats

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In cybersecurity, waiting for a problem to happen is like leaving your front door open and hoping no one walks in. When it comes to protecting your business, being proactive is always less stressful, less costly, and far more effective than reacting after an attack. A single network security threat—whether it’s a phishing scam, malware […]

Decoding the Jargon: Breaking Down How IT Security Experts Protect Your Data

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Let’s face it—IT can feel like another language. Firewalls, endpoints, encryption keys, threat vectors… It’s easy to get lost in the technical alphabet soup. But behind all that jargon are real people—IT security experts—who spend their days (and sometimes nights) keeping your data safe from cybercriminals, hackers, and digital disasters. Whether it’s preventing phishing attacks, […]

How Can Small Businesses Prevent Cybersecurity Threats During the Holiday Season?

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Why Do Cybersecurity Threats Surge During the Holiday Season? Imagine this scenario: It’s December 15th, your busiest sales week of the year. Half of your employees are out for holiday-related events, the other half are trying to fit in their personal shopping between customer orders, and your IT person just took off for a two-week […]

How Windows 10 End-of-Life Creates Cybersecurity Risks for Small Businesses

Windows 10 End-of-Life

You know that computer humming quietly in your back office, the one everyone says “works just fine”? It might be the digital equivalent of a leaky roof before storm season. When Windows 10 reaches end-of-life on October 14, 2025, that “fine” computer could become your biggest cybersecurity liability. If you’re like most small business owners […]

Why Do Cybersecurity Attacks Spike in October and How Can Businesses Fight Back?

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October isn’t just about pumpkin spice and Halloween decorations—it’s also the peak season for cybersecurity attacks. While businesses across Salt Lake City prepare for Cybersecurity Awareness Month, hackers are preparing too, exploiting seasonal distractions that leave companies exposed. Here’s the real question: if an attack hit tomorrow, could your business prove it was ready—or would […]

What Should Every Salt Lake City Business Include in a Cybersecurity Checklist Before October?

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October is knocking, and here’s the real question: if a breach happened tomorrow, could you prove your business was ready? Hackers don’t pause for busy seasons—if anything, they strike hardest when you’re distracted. And the reality is, the busier you are, the more vulnerable your business becomes. This cybersecurity checklist for SMBs will help you […]

What Are the Top 5 Cybersecurity Mistakes Business Professionals Make Before Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Cybersecurity Mistakes

October is almost here, and every year we see the same thing—businesses scrambling to catch up after threats have already spiked. Here’s the real question: if a breach happened tomorrow, could you prove you were ready? The cybersecurity mistakes SMBs make in September often come back to haunt them in October and beyond. But smart […]

Is Your Business Ready for Cybersecurity Awareness Month? Here’s How to Prepare

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October is coming fast, and with it comes a surge of cyber threats that most business owners aren’t prepared for. But here’s something most don’t know: there’s a simple step you can take right now to spot hidden vulnerabilities before they cost you clients, cash, or your credibility. Cybersecurity Awareness Month is right around the […]

Your Cyber Insurance Questions—Answered by a Local Salt Lake City IT Expert

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Do you have cyber insurance questions, wondering why so many small businesses are suddenly being denied cyber insurance—or paying double what they did last year? You’re not alone. Premiums are rising, underwriters are becoming pickier, and more small businesses are dealing with policy denials than ever before. The problem? Most of the information out there […]