by Chuck Rutenberg | May 28, 2020 | COVID-19 IT Considerations, Cyber Threats, Safeguarding Customer Data
You go to log in, and you’re totally locked out of everything on your network. To boot, there’s a message requiring you pay tens of thousands of dollars to get the data back. Congratulations, you’ve just been blindsided by ransomware–like many... 
by Chuck Rutenberg | May 7, 2020 | Cyber Threats, Managed IT Services, Network Security
The Internet of Things (IoT) refers to devices or things that connect to the internet or other networks. Things can include printers, thermostats, lights, and security systems. Each of these devices presents an entry point into a network. If the... 
by Chuck Rutenberg | Apr 15, 2020 | COVID-19 IT Considerations, Cyber Threats
We’ve all heard the saying “a crisis is an opportunity.” Generally, this mantra is used as a motivational tool, encouraging us to find silver linings in tough situations. But this blanket positivity is a bit of a tough sell when we’re facing down threats like the... 
by Chuck Rutenberg | Mar 20, 2020 | COVID-19 IT Considerations, Cyber Threats
Savvy employers read the writing on the wall about COVID-19 a few weeks ago and began formulating plans to keep businesses operational. Supply chains are in check. Communications with customers are ongoing. And employees are working from home. They’re in compliance... 
by Chuck Rutenberg | Dec 26, 2019 | Cyber Threats, Safeguarding Customer Data
According to HIPAA, the first half of 2019 saw the breach of 31.6 million healthcare records. Cybercrime targeting medical offices has been on the rise, peaking at 2 attempted breaches per day. Because of the sensitive nature of healthcare information, phishing... 
by Chuck Rutenberg | Sep 18, 2019 | Cyber Threats, News
We want you to be aware of a security risk that is circulating via email. An email message is circulating that gives you the impression that Microsoft has pending emails for you to download (see sample below). The email is likely to include links. In the image shown... 