Data Security Blog

Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom. What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry. Even with new security measures in place,…

The Cyber Insurance Industry is well on its way to becoming a 20-billion-dollar industry. The weekly news regarding ransomware, cybercrime and cyberattack reports, identity fraud, and data breaches drives this growth. If you have not been a victim in your personal or business life, you know someone who has. A 2020 study showed that data…

As a business owner, you may feel that you need to choose between relying on your in-house IT staff or outsourcing cybersecurity to a managed security service provider (MSSP). There is, however, a third option: co-managed IT. This approach combines the advantages and convenience of in-house IT with competent, specialized support from outsourced specialists. It’s…

When it comes to managing your business’s IT infrastructure, there are several options available. One is fully managed IT, where an IT service provider takes care of all aspects of your IT needs, from monitoring and maintenance to troubleshooting and problem resolution. Another option is co-managed IT. Co-managed IT provides supplemental support to your internal…

Over 16 years ago, companies began implementing requirements to notify our Pennsylvania state residents if their personal information was potentially exposed to or acquired by an unauthorized person. In November of ’22, that requirement was expanded to align with other states’ requirements. Organizations have until May 2, 2023, to be prepared. For most, this will…