When it comes to ransomware, what your small business doesn’t know could hurt you. Small and mid-sized businesses are prime targets for ransomware, as many do not have robust security systems in place and make for easy targets. A whopping 43% of cyberattacks are aimed at small businesses, and that number is rising every year. What does every small business need to know and understand...
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When VoIP phone systems were first introduced years ago, there were few security concerns about using the new technology. However, like any new technology, with popularity comes security issues and more people looking to exploit the tech for personal gain. If you currently use VoIP or are exploring implementing this technology at your business, here’s what you should know about the most common VoIP security...
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Every new year brings a whole host of new computer security vulnerabilities and threats, which is why the right technology partner is essential. Teltek works hard to stay on top of the latest viruses, threats and hacking trends so that you don’t have to. Here are the 2019 risks that every small business owner should know about. Email Scams While email might not seem like a popular...
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What do the biggest companies like Target and Home Depot have in common with the small businesses lining every Main Street? Every business is a prime target for cyber attacks and security breaches. One recent Forbes study found that 20% of small and mid-sized businesses have experienced a breach or hack before, and the annual cost of those hacks is estimated to hit $2 trillion...
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While the holidays are referred to as “the most wonderful time of the year,” they are also known for being prime time for cyber security issues. Since consumers are focused on the bustle of the season and business owners are busy working hard meeting customer demand, cyber security often falls by the wayside. The Rise of Holiday Hacking A 2017 study found that financial malware correlated with...
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A whopping 87% of small business owners do not think that their small business is at risk of having a cybersecurity breach. However, half of small businesses will experience a cyber-attack. Small businesses are appealing to hackers, who know that security measures will be looser and more data can be gleaned. Protecting your business and customer data is more critical than ever, so now is...
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Today’s workers are used to more flexibility than ever before, as many companies allow workers to be remote employees. There are many benefits to allowing workers to work from the comfort of home, including lower overhead costs and increased productivity. However, there are several downsides as well. One of the biggest risks of using remote employees is security. Here are some of the best ways...
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Business owners are finally starting to understand the importance of investing in computer, network and VoIP security, but many are still hesitant to invest in measures to protect all three until something bad happens. A 2017 study found that the average cyber-attack on small businesses with fewer than 99 employees cost a whopping $36,000. With costs that high, you can’t afford to not invest in...
Read MoreKeeping your employees, inventory and customers safe often means installing an effective security camera system to monitor your property around the clock. If you currently have a security camera system but haven’t updated it since VHS tapes were the best way to store videos, it might be time to invest in some upgrades. Today we are discussing four signs that your business needs new security...
Read MoreCloud computing has been a popular technology solution for businesses of every size for many years, but some businesses remain stubborn holdouts as a result of misinformation. Is your business missing out on the potential of cloud computing because of one of these three myths? Myth: Cloud Computing is Not Secure In reality, cloud security is probably tighter than your existing security system. As threats evolve, cloud...
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