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Ransomware – A Growing Threat to Organizations and Consumers

Ransomware is malware that encrypts files on an infected device, then displays a message threatening to delete or expose the encrypted data unless a ransom is paid. This malware is typically distributed via targeted emails and is used to extort money from victims. This cyberattack is a growing threat to

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How to Prevent Phishing at Work and Home

Phishing involves the attempt to trick someone over the Internet, by email or text, into disclosing personal information or downloading malware. At work, this can result in a breach of company data or loss of funds, and in some cases, a phishing attack can cause damage to the reputation of

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Cloud Security Best Practices

Cloud Security is the set of policies, controls, and procedures that protects your company’s data, applications and infrastructure from threats. This includes data-driven cyberattacks that attempt to breach your organization’s cloud-based systems, or those hosted by a third party. A robust cloud security strategy addresses these threats by implementing a

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Cybercrime Insurance for Small Businesses

Cyber crime occurs when criminals use computers and the Internet to commit illegal activities such as stealing data, trafficking child pornography and intellectual property, and violating privacy. Cyber crime can result in financial losses for individuals and companies, reputational damage, operational disruptions and more. Cyber criminals are increasingly agile and

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