5 Signs It’s Time To Update Your Software (And How To Do It Safely)

Software updates can feel like a nuisance, but skipping them is one of the easiest ways to leave your systems vulnerable to cyber-attacks. Hackers are constantly looking for weaknesses, and outdated software is like an open door to your network.

But how do you know when it’s time to update, and should you always trust your computer to tell you? Here are five clear signs it’s time to update, plus tips on how to handle updates safely.

The S.E.C.U.R.E. Method To Stop Phishing E-mails

Phishing attacks are the most common cybercrime attack for one reason…they work. Every day, over 3.4 billion spam e-mails reach unsuspecting users’ inboxes. Phishing e-mails have held the top spot as the most frequent form of attack for years because they’re easy to implement, easy to scale and continue to fool people.

What is EFT Fraud by Email Impersonation?

EFT fraud by email impersonation involves cybercriminals pretending to be a trusted individual or organization to deceive victims into authorizing fraudulent transactions. The fraudsters typically use spoofed email addresses or hacked accounts to send convincing messages that appear legitimate.

How to protect yourself and recognize email impersonation

Training employees to recognize email impersonation is crucial for protecting your business from EFT fraud and other cyber threats. Here are some effective strategies to help your employees become more vigilant:

Regular Training Sessions

Workshops and Seminars: Conduct regular workshops and seminars to educate employees about the latest phishing techniques and email impersonation tactics.

The CrowdStrike Outage: How To Avoid A Future IT Crisis

When 8.5 million Windows devices, including those at airlines, banks and hospitals, suddenly displayed the “Blue Screen of Death,” people began to panic. “We are under a cyber-attack!” most speculated. Fortunately, that was not the case, but the real reason behind the outage is alarming and something every business owner should be concerned about.

10 Warning Signs Of Medical Fraud And How To Protect Yourself

Health insurance is designed to provide access to necessary treatments, preventive services and emergency care to individuals and families in need, and, apparently, now it’s also used to hand out paydays to scammers.

In February of this year, Change Healthcare fell victim to a cyber-attack that impacted thousands of health care providers, insurers and policyholders nationwide.

The Hidden Dangers Of Shortcuts In IT Security

The National Cancer Institute in Maryland recently analyzed data from three major US health studies that gathered information on people’s daily multivitamin use. They discovered that people who took daily multivitamins had a 4% higher mortality rate than those who didn’t.

This surprising result echoes a scene from the movie Grumpy Old Men, where a character explains that, despite never exercising and having unhealthy habits, he has outlived many who followed strict health regimens.