We are currently in the midst of an Instagram hacking pandemic, and right now, it’s never been more important to make sure that your account’s security is up to date, writes Amani Youssef, founder of So Social. In the last twelve months, you’ve probably been DM’d from accounts you’ve followed these familiar words: ‘Can you… Read more »
When it comes to security, ‘good enough’ is no longer enough, says Gary Savarino, Identity Strategist, APAC, SailPoint. Here’s what all small businesses – even soloists – need to know about identity security. People, technology and business are inseparable today. Making sure the connection points across this trifecta are secure at all times seems like… Read more »
As the number of businesses using the worldwide web and social media to connect with customers grows, so does the risk of cybercrime. Mia Garlick, Director of Policy for Meta Australia, New Zealand and Pacific Islands explains how Meta are helping their users – businesses and customers alike – stay safe online. Over the past… Read more »
So, you’ve jumped on the hybrid work train and let your employees take their work devices home to use – but have you ensured those devices are safe from cyberattack? Martin McGregor, CEO and co-founder of Devicie says tightening your cyber security is the most important thing you should do if your staff work from… Read more »
You never think it could happen to you or your business, but don’t be fooled. Instagram hackers are clever and businesses who have their social media accounts hacked have an extremely hard time getting them back, as Kiyomee Blends founder Kathy Kiedrzynski knows all too heartbreakingly well. Here, she shares her story as a warning… Read more »
With reports of cyber attacks in Australia increasing from one every 10 minutes to one every eight minutes over the past financial year, small businesses are particularly vulnerable to data breaches and financial loss. But you don’t need to stay up at night worrying – The IT Lady‘s Louise Ridlen shares the safeguards that can help… Read more »
One in five Australian businesses have already experienced a cyber attack according to research by GoDaddy and the majority of business owners are unprepared for cyber security threats. GoDaddy’s research found two-thirds of small businesses haven’t added protections to their website, and only 15 per cent would know how to handle an attack. The research… Read more »
As many Australian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to operate remotely, it’s increasingly important for business owners to protect themselves and their operations against cyber-attacks, says MYOB’s Head of Information and Cyber Security, Peter Wolski. COVID-19 increased the urgency for many businesses – particularly SMBs – to adopt digital tools. The most recent MYOB… Read more »
Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) is one of the most powerful tools you can use to stop cybercriminals in their tracks. With MFA in place, a stolen password doesn’t have to mean your defences are left wide open allowing an intruder to gain access to your systems to steal data, extract funds or execute some other… Read more »
Every week, we see another media story about a cyberattack, where unknown computer hackers have broken into the network of a company and corrupted, deleted or stolen computer files. Being hacked is a terrifying thought. Hundreds of thousands of business owners have literally lost their company completely as a result, writes Bronwyn Reid. But it’s… Read more »
For many of today’s small business owners, your website serves as the primary means of communication with your customers. It’s where you can promote your products or services and tell your story. But as society’s reliance on the internet grows, so too does the risk of a cyberattack. With potentially severe financial and reputational damage,… Read more »
“There is no panacea to the threat of cybercrime, but you can take a measured approach to reducing your risks,” says Ben Jones, cofounder of new cybersecurity startup, Jumpstart Security. Jones and cofounder Saaim Khan are on a mission to make cybersecurity simple and easy for small business owners. Launched in Sydney today, (February 15) … Read more »
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