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6 Requirements for Securing Endpoints Endpoint security requirements are necessary because they ensure that devices which connect to a network are properly secured. This helps to protect the network from unauthorized access and from viruses and other malware. In order...

Endpoint security is the process of securing individual devices that connect to a network. This can include laptops, smartphones, and tablets, as well as any other type of device that can be used to access company data. Endpoint security measures are designed to...

5 Major Threat Detection and Response Techniques In today's world, it is more important than ever to have a robust threat detection and response system in place. With the rise of sophisticated cyber attacks, businesses must be vigilant in order to protect their data...

One of the major endpoint security risks is the potential for data breaches. Endpoints are often the weak link in an organization's overall security posture, and as such, are frequently targeted by malicious actors. Endpoint security is the process of protecting...

Ransomware wreaked havoc in 2020 for businesses of all size. It is shaping up to be even worse for 2021 and you need to be prepared. In 2021 alone, the average ransom payment from businesses to the bad guys jumped a record 31% to $233,817.  To most businesses a...

No, this is not a political office. In fact, we know that there are some topics that are not even worth trying. They are important, but different opinions have their value. Yet, cybercrime should make us a united front against it.  It's a choice, and it's making it a...

Hackers Now Targeting Companies Involved in the Covid19 Vaccine Distribution Supply Chain A global spear phishing campaign has been targeting organizations associated with the distribution of COVID-19 vaccines and is gaining in popularity.  Cyber criminals were quick...

The holiday season is also the phishing and scams season as attackers leverage the increasing use of online shopping to get credentials or money. This increase will likely be more dramatic this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. With an increase in people staying safe...

To our Clients and Partners (both new and old), As the end of year draws near we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for an amazing year. The success of Threat Protector is based on the relationships we have built over the years, and we really...

Proper IT security is one of the pillars of a successful business in the digital age. Without adequate IT security measures in place, your business’s sensitive data could be breached, and you could lose years of hard work and research. Naturally, you want to do...

In an ultra-modern world that fully embraces the digital landscape, cyber crimes are on the rise and continue to be. Phishing, identify theft, and hacking are some of the most concerning types of cybercrimes that have become more and more common. For this reason, it...

How secure are your IT solutions? Businesses across the globe utilize various tools to keep their staff connected with each other and their clients. From laptops and desktops to smartphones and tablets, there is a huge array of devices being used, creating multiple...

RobbinHood – the Not so Heroic New Outlaw Stealing from the rich to give to the poor – in theory, the original Robin Hood had good intentions. There’s a new generation of him and his not so merry men and in this adaption, the takeovers are far less charitable. Using...

Ransomware Is Not Randomware Gone are the days where you “might know” someone who has, or will, come under attack to a ransomware attack. The skyrocket in cases has come in at a 105% increase according to Beazley Breach Response (BBR) Services team which compared...

And So, It Grows First, it was a widespread, if not generic, notion – you need to protect your personal information. Then we began to call it cybersecurity, and it was applicable to your business as well. It was still a concept that blanketed data generically – the...

In business, if you can cast a bigger net to reach a larger audience, it’s considered a good idea – a win. Unfortunately, hackers are now taking the same approach. With c-level executives offering a higher payoff when compromised, sending out phishing emails to the...

Sunday funnies Remember the Jetsons? Robots that cleaned, food choices you tapped into a computer for preparation…moving sidewalks? Flying cars aside, we aren’t too far off from the technology that seemed so unlikely and impossible. The future – it’s here. We live in...

When Global News Hits Home When you hear and watch news headlines, you can often tune out. It’s not happening here; it’s not affecting you directly. It’s a global issue right now. You’ll worry about it when things are closer to home. The problem is, by the time it...

Spending time on the internet and social channels is good for us, as it helps us to get connected with our loved ones. But do we really care about our data privacy? How much time do we spend to keep our personal information safe? The good news is that you can continue...

And cyber attacks on small businesses represent the largest share of all the attacks in the report. The disparity highlights a lack of resources and knowledge. So small business owners must learn more and invest in better digital security. But cybercriminals also seem...

Can you imagine what the implications would be if the personal and financial information of every employee in your company were leaked to an intruder? Or worse yet, the information of your customers?   The 100 employees and over 2,000 customers of Johnson...