On October 30, 2021, what some have dubbed "the worst cyber attack in Canadian history" began. The night before Halloween was a very appropriate time for this nightmarish tale to start. A scary image for a scary tale... The attack targeted the Newfoundland and...
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61 % of BC businesses have experienced a cybersecurity incident
We have a cybersecurity problem in British Columbia, and ignoring it isn't going to make it go away. On the contrary, it's going to make it worse. Running a business is challenging at the best of times, but that's especially true during a global pandemic that has...
Cyber insurance claims are putting firms under increasing pressure
"...Only two types of companies exist: those that have been hacked and those that will be hacked..." What category does your organization fall into? That opening quote is an alarming line from a 2021 report from Howden, a leading international insurance group. Indeed,...
Cyber Security Awareness Month – stay vigilant beyond October 31
As we enter the last week of October, and with it, the final few days of Cyber Security Awareness Month (CSAM), we want to remind local businesses and organizations that online vigilance is vital 365 days a year. CSAM is a great initiative, but as a Kelowna-based...
Your digital secrets are not as secret as you think!
The internet is a marvellous place. From watching cat videos on social media to doing online business banking, there's an awful lot we do on the web. So it's probably not an exaggeration to say that much of our lives are online. And there's a lot out there that you...
Ransomware — to pay or not to pay?
In the last decade or so, ransomware has frequently been in the news. Due to several high-profile attacks, it is a cyber threat that has found its way into the popular consciousness. This was especially true in 2017 when the infamous WannaCry attack hit. At its...
Follow this simple advice to maintain access to your digital accounts
Running a business involves wearing a wide variety of hats. From sales to onboarding new team members to payroll and managing inventory, there's a lot on your plate. As a society, we're now doing more and more online. This is extremely convenient, but it also carries...
Why your staff should never use their personal email at work
In our experience, most employees want to do a good job. They're committed, passionate and in the habit of helping their employer. However, many employees are under lots of stress, being pulled in a variety of directions on a daily basis. For simple convenience, some...
How professional data security support can benefit your business
It's no secret that more activities, business and communication are taking place online. This opens up new markets and exciting opportunities for both companies and consumers. But it is not without risk. Consider that many organizations have ever-increasing amounts of...
Is your Wi-Fi network as safe as it could be?
87% of consumers put their information at risk while using public Wi-Fi. Source: 2017 Norton Wi-Fi Risk Report, Norton by Symantec, 2018
Protect your customers and your reputation
85% of organizations are the target of social engineering attacks, like phishing. Source: The Cost of Cybercrime, Accenture Security, 2019
We've got your back!
We know the information security space can be a little intimidating, but we’ve got your back. We offer no-judgement solutions to a wide range of cybersecurity challenges. Contact us for a custom quote. [Hyperlink]
Malware attacks can be very costly. Are you protected?
Malware attacks cost organizations an average of $3.4 million each year. Source: The Cost of Cybercrime, Accenture Security, 2019
The Internet is basically our best friend (or at least connects us to our BFFs)!
91% of Canadians aged 15+ use the Internet. Source: Canadian Internet Use Survey, Statistics Canada, 2019
Canadians spend over 40 billion hours a year online
73% of Canadians spend at least 3-4 hours online per day. Source: Canada’s Internet Factbook, Canadian Internet Registration Authority, 2019.