Cybercrime isn't going away anytime soon. In fact, with an estimated cost of $10.5 trillion by 2025, some may say that the cybercrime industry is booming.

Protecting your data is crucial in the face of such a threat. You may invest in new IT security tools, services, and practices, but can you guarantee 100% data protection? Can your system be utterly secure from IT risks?

Unfortunately, no.

In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. It fuels operations, decision-making, and customer interactions. However, the persistent threat of data breaches plagues our data-driven industries.

The frequency and sophistication of cyber threats continue to rise.

The battle against cyber threats is an ongoing challenge. Unfortunately, 2023 has proven to be a watershed year for data breaches.

Data compromises have surged to an all-time high in the United States. The data presented here represents the first three-quarters of 2023. Final numbers will likely increase for the entirety of the year.

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) has revolutionized the way businesses operate. It offers convenience, scalability, and efficiency—no more dragging software from one device to another. Everyone can collaborate efficiently in the cloud.

But alongside its benefits, SaaS brings with it potential threats.

Cybercrime is a rapidly growing industry. Experts estimate that cybercrime costs will reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.

Understanding the lifecycle of a cyberattack can help users safeguard their data. While the damage they cause is unique, cyberattacks generally follow the same pattern.

How many text messages from companies do you receive today compared to five years ago? If you're like many people, it's quite a few more.

Many retailers now bypass email inboxes by urging consumers to sign up for SMS alerts. The medical industry has also joined the trend.

During the first few months of 2022, mobile malware attacks surged by 500%. In addition,  over 60% of digital fraud now occurs through mobile devices.

Mobile phones now do many of the same functions as a computer. Yet, people tend to secure their computers better than their smartphones.

What do you do if you receive an odd email from your boss? Do you hit reply, perform the task, or call your boss to verify the email came from them?

Cybercriminals (also known as "bad actors") are now using AI to create convincing phishing emails.

Cybercrime continues to grow. In 2021, the average number of global cyberattacks increased by 15.1%. Now, as we approach 2023, do you feel prepared for new risks in cybersecurity?

Businesses need to plan for resiliency in the face of ever-present cyberattacks.

When you hear a news report about a major security breach, do you ever wonder how it happened? Or if a cyberattack like that could happen to you?

Shockingly, many attacks could be prevented by something as simple as installing a security patch. However, by studying the costly mistakes of others, you can discover better cybersecurity defenses.

Cybercrime is a rapidly growing industry. Experts estimate that cybercrime costs will reach $10.5 trillion annually by 2025.

But did you know that there's more than one kind of cyberattack?

Cyber extortion and ransomware are two costly and damaging attacks popular with cybercriminals.

If your company is hit by ransomware, what does recovery look like? Do you pay the ransom or not? Does it make a difference?

Unfortunately, there’s no simple “Yes” or “No” answer. Several elements are at play within a ransomware attack.