Stop Fraud With Your Online Banking
How can you stop fraud with your online banking? Millions of dollars are stolen from small business bank accounts around the world every single month. As hackers get smarter and build new ways to break into your systems, you need to work hard to stay one step ahead of them so you don’t fall victim.
How Does Simplex-IT Handle My Support Ticket?
You can submit a support ticket in a number of different ways, give a call, send an email, use our portal. However you decide to submit it, we handle them all with the same process.
Apple's iOS 17 Update and It’s Impact on Businesses
Apple's iOS updates have been a source of excitement and anticipation for iPhone and iPad users worldwide, and the upcoming release of iOS 17 is no exception. Packed with a plethora of innovative features and improvements, this latest major release is set to redefine user experiences and interactions.
New Trend in Cloud Account Takeover, Even With MFA
The FBI's IC3 report for 2022 reported over 300,000 instances of phishing and almost 22k instances of business email compromise (compared to only 2,300 reported cases of ransomware.) Traditionally, security folks have been advocating for MFA as an effective control to reduce these risks.
Blackpoint Cyber Nashville – Recap
Last weekend I had the opportunity to attend a small gathering of MSPs at the Music City Grand Prix in Nashville. Before we get into the business stuff, I have to talk about the fun side of this event.
Demystifying Managed IT Services: Your Ultimate FAQ Guide
Are you a business owner looking to elevate your company's IT infrastructure and operations? If the term "Managed Service Provider or MSP" leaves you with more questions than answers, fret not – we've got you covered!
Recap: Cyber QP Fantastic Forum, Texas
Recently I had the opportunity to attend the Fantastic Forum Academy presented by Cyber QP. This event was focused on implementing and operationalizing the Center for Internet Security’s Critical controls. So, what did we go over?
Update on Changes Here at Simplex-IT
I wanted to take a moment to update you on some of the changes going on here at Simplex-IT. These have been in place for a couple of weeks, but now it’s time to “go public”, and we wanted you to be amongst the first to hear the news.
What are SIEM and SOAR?
SIEM, or Security Information and Event Management, is a platform that collects and stores all the logs from various sources, including firewalls, servers, endpoints, and cloud platforms, in one centralized location. This allows security teams to monitor and analyze all the logs in one place, making it easier to detect any anomalies or potential security breaches.
What Should You Do To Handle Data Privacy Updates?
Once data began going digital, authorities realized a need to protect it. Many organizations have one or more data privacy policies they need to meet. Industry and international data privacy regulations are just the tip of the iceberg. Here are a few things you should investigate to handle data privacy updates:
What is BI and How Is It Used?
BI stands for “Business Intelligence”. Like all acronyms in IT, the definition varies. But I like this definition: BI is a collection of software that allows organizations to analyze existing data and receive meaningful results.
What Is Artificial Intelligence?
Artificial Intelligence has been a topic of conversation in the tech industry for a while now. There’s been a lot of conversation around AI taking people’s jobs, increasing security concerns, and much more. Not to mention, it seems like there’s a TON of new technology coming to the market touting their AI capabilities.
Concerns With .ZIP & .MOV Top Level Domains
Recently Google announced that they’re adding several new ‘top level domains’ to the list of available top level domain registry. This has led to some concerns from the security industry. Let’s talk about why security professionals are concerned and what your organization can do about it.
How Can My Company Become CMMC Compliant?
CMMC stands for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification. CMMC requires buy-in from leadership and management, collaboration from all business leaders, and adoption from the overall staff.
3 Basic Steps to Better Cloud Security
Cloud services are convenient, great for remote working and packed with cool features. But how sure are you that your information and processes are secure? We want to tell you about 3 things you can do today to make sure your data’s secure.
What Should I Ask Before Signing Up With An IT Provider?
If you're a business owner looking to partner with an IT provider, there are a few important questions you need to ask before signing up. In this blog, we'll explore five crucial questions that will help you find the right IT partner for your business.
IT Nation Secure 2023 Recap
IT Nation Secure 2023 brought together cybersecurity pros, MSPs, and industry leaders in an awesome event that left attendees equipped with valuable knowledge. From engaging speakers to meaningful conversations, the conference was a success, offering a lot of insights protecting ourselves as MSPs, supporting clients' compliance journeys, and combating AI-driven threats. Let's delve into the highlights and takeaways from this exciting event.
Steps for Selecting a Reputable IT Provider
Are you a business owner or manager looking to select a reputable IT provider but not sure where to start? Well, you're not alone! In today's world, technology plays a crucial role in running a successful business. In this blog, we will discuss some key factors you should consider when selecting a reputable IT provider.
Should Your Company Have a Tabletop Exercise?
Let’s think about a scenario – hackers accessed your network and deployed ransomware. Or there was a crazy weather event and now your main location is non-functional. Is your team prepared if something were to happen? Do they know where those procedures are, what to do, what questions to ask.
What Options Are Available Aside From an MSP?
Remember an MSP is essentially an extension of your company, your partner, one that’s going to monitor and manage your entire IT environment on an ongoing basis. If that’s not what you’re looking for, there are plenty of other options for you before you hire your own internal IT.