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A ransomware attack can be nothing short of crippling for businesses. This type of attack uses a computer virus to hold a company's data hostage until a ransom has been paid. Read this post to learn more.

Another day, another inbox full of unsolicited emails. Who is sending these messages, and why? Spam and phishing emails are similar in that both clog up your inbox with unwanted messages, but they have different agendas and pose dramatically different risks to you and your security.

There are many types of cyber attacks out there, such as CryptoJacking, which involves the mining of digital currency from user computer systems.

Too many times, we have heard stories of stolen passwords or those that are easily guessable. Malicious code and viruses also have a part to play in obtaining user passwords.

Securing your company's information technology is incredibly important if you want to protect the sensitive data that might be contained on your network and computers.

Secure and frequently-changed passwords should be the first line of defense, but remembering complex keystroke combinations can be difficult for people to do.

Be aware of fake apps for your smartphone. Whether you have an iPhone or an Android, fake apps are out there.

Protecting your data against cyber attacks is essential for a number of different reasons. Read this blog post to learn about the 5 most common types of ransomware.