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All you need to know about regulations, mandatories and certification.

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How to Convince Your CEO to Invest in a VPN

More employees working from home means more information shared online, so creating an encrypted tunnel via a virtual private network (VPN) is a wise move. As an IT manager, you most likely know all about VPNs. However, that might not be the case for your boss, who controls the budget. If your CEO lacks the time to understand why some security measures for IT infrastructure are necessary, read on. We're sharing some basic arguments for investing in a VPN solution that might save you some endless debates.
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PROTECTION MATTERS

Staying ahead of all the threats.

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How To Back Up Your Company’s Data: From Prevention to Recovery

Data is one of today’s most valuable commodities, yet [21% of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)](https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2020/03/31/data-backup/) still don’t have a backup or disaster recovery plan. Needless to say, there are many ways you can lose data – and end up with a host of troubles to boot. That's why every business has to come up with a smart solution that meets its needs.
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Taking Your Business to the Clouds: Why Should the Cloud Become Part of Your IT Infrastructure?
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IN-HOUSE PREVENTION

How to communicate data security inside your company.

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Impersonation: When an Attacker Is Posing as the CEO

You have probably heard about social engineering – psychologically manipulating people into involuntarily revealing sensitive information. Let's take a look at impersonation, another non-technical attack technique used by cybercriminals to pretend to be trustworthy people while trying to manipulate others (e.g., to order and approve fraudulent transactions). How do you recognize when you are contacted by a cybercriminal instead of your colleague?
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Back Up: from Prevention to Recovery

How To Back Up Your Company’s Data: From Prevention to Recovery

Data is one of today’s most valuable commodities, yet [21% of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs)](https://www.helpnetsecurity.com/2020/03/31/data-backup/) still don’t have a backup or disaster recovery plan. Needless to say, there are many ways you can lose data – and end up with a host of troubles to boot. That's why every business has to come up with a smart solution that meets its needs.
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Taking Your Business to the Clouds: Why Should the Cloud Become Part of Your IT Infrastructure?

If you’re looking for a way to create a productive and flexible workplace, rely on the cloud. Here are the main advantages you’ll appreciate in the long run.
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Proposition 24 Has Passed, Creating a New Agency. Will the CCPA Become a Stronger Piece of Legislation?

If you haven't paid much attention to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), now is the time to care. The California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) (or Proposition 24) adds stronger privacy protections to the act and establishes the California Privacy Protection Agency. What exactly is changing?
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Cyber blackmail and sextortion scams: What employees need to know

Blackmail is a common practice among cybercriminals. Although most of the threats are usually fake, many employees lack enough knowledge and are easily taken in. Therefore, it’s crucial to constantly raise awareness and talk about online scams – including sextortion.
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