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[ Categories ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories "Categories") [ Tags ](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags "Tags") [ Categories: All Categories ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0); "Categories") Search...Suggested keywords [ x ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ![Security](https://datalyst.net/media/com_easyblog/images/avatars/category.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) ## [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.net/javascript:void(0);) [ ](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security?format=feed&type=rss) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Six of the Worst Data Breaches of 2023](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-of-the-worst-data-breaches-of-2023) Friday, 19 January 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Six of the Worst Data Breaches of 2023](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/January_2024/1-19-24/b2ap3_large_data-breach_440834968_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-of-the-worst-data-breaches-of-2023 "Six of the Worst Data Breaches of 2023") In this blog, we do our best to give people the knowledge they need to protect themselves and their organizations while operating online. With all the digital tools that we all have come to rely on, it’s important to understand the result of a data breach on organizations and their customers. In today’s blog, we go through six of the most devastating data breaches that happened in 2023. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cybersecurity) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-of-the-worst-data-breaches-of-2023#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/six-of-the-worst-data-breaches-of-2023) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Understanding URLs Can Help You Avoid Being Hacked](https://datalyst.net/blog/understanding-urls-can-help-you-avoid-being-hacked) Friday, 12 January 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Understanding URLs Can Help You Avoid Being Hacked](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/January_2024/1-12-24/b2ap3_large_BadURL_564649682_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/understanding-urls-can-help-you-avoid-being-hacked "Understanding URLs Can Help You Avoid Being Hacked") We often advise people to steer clear of clicking on suspicious links, but distinguishing between a legitimate URL and a dubious one has become increasingly challenging. Not only have malicious tactics evolved to the point where everyone has to stay on top of their game to not be fooled, these threats are almost pervasive so they are coming at people from all types of directions. We thought we would focus on a single punctuation mark that can make all the difference in whether a link is legitimately safe or potentially dangerous. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Email](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/email) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/understanding-urls-can-help-you-avoid-being-hacked#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/understanding-urls-can-help-you-avoid-being-hacked) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [2023 Was a Bad Year for Cybersecurity, and 2024 Promises to be Worse](https://datalyst.net/blog/2023-was-a-bad-year-for-cybersecurity-and-2024-promises-to-be-worse) Tuesday, 09 January 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![2023 Was a Bad Year for Cybersecurity, and 2024 Promises to be Worse](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1229/b2ap3_large_496465426_Cybersecurity_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/2023-was-a-bad-year-for-cybersecurity-and-2024-promises-to-be-worse "2023 Was a Bad Year for Cybersecurity, and 2024 Promises to be Worse") Over the last several years, cybersecurity threats have become increasingly prevalent and sophisticated. With the rise of remote work and the Internet of Things (IoT), companies are facing a growing number of vulnerabilities and attacks. In fact, a recent study found that 81 percent of companies experienced malware, phishing, and password attacks in 2023. Most of these attacks were targeting end users directly. Tags: [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/2023-was-a-bad-year-for-cybersecurity-and-2024-promises-to-be-worse#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/2023-was-a-bad-year-for-cybersecurity-and-2024-promises-to-be-worse) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [AI Was the Hot Tech of 2023, But in 2024 It’s the Next Big Security Threat](https://datalyst.net/blog/ai-was-the-hot-tech-of-2023-but-in-2024-it-s-the-next-big-security-threat) Monday, 08 January 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![AI Was the Hot Tech of 2023, But in 2024 It’s the Next Big Security Threat](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/January_2024/1-8-24/b2ap3_large_AIThreat_692872200_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/ai-was-the-hot-tech-of-2023-but-in-2024-it-s-the-next-big-security-threat "AI Was the Hot Tech of 2023, But in 2024 It’s the Next Big Security Threat") 2023 was definitely the year that AI became a household name. We’ve barely seen what artificial intelligence is capable of, and while industries are still coming up with more ways to use the technology, we’ve already seen countless examples of how people want to take advantage of AI for less savory purposes. 2024 is already shaping up to be the year that businesses need to protect themselves from AI-generated cybersecurity threats. Let’s take a look at everything you need to know as a business owner. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [AI](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ai) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/ai-was-the-hot-tech-of-2023-but-in-2024-it-s-the-next-big-security-threat#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/ai-was-the-hot-tech-of-2023-but-in-2024-it-s-the-next-big-security-threat) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [What You Need to Look for in a Cyber Insurance Policy](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-look-for-in-a-cyber-insurance-policy) Friday, 05 January 2024 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![What You Need to Look for in a Cyber Insurance Policy](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/January_2024/1-5-24/b2ap3_large_insurance_597488001_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-look-for-in-a-cyber-insurance-policy "What You Need to Look for in a Cyber Insurance Policy") Perhaps predictably, the word “insure” has roots that tie it closely to “ensure,” as it is meant to ensure a level of security after some form of loss. Nowadays, that loss often pertains to data, making cyber insurance an extremely valuable investment for the modern business to make. However, in order to obtain this kind of insurance, businesses commonly need to meet some basic requirements. Let’s go over some of these requirements now. Tags: [Disaster Recovery](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/disaster-recovery) [Compliance](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/compliance) [Vendor](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/vendor) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-look-for-in-a-cyber-insurance-policy#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/what-you-need-to-look-for-in-a-cyber-insurance-policy) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [This Malware Targets Your Facebook Business Accounts](https://datalyst.net/blog/this-malware-targets-your-facebook-business-accounts) Friday, 22 December 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![This Malware Targets Your Facebook Business Accounts](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/December_2023/12-22-23/b2ap3_large_MalwareThreat_275278430_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/this-malware-targets-your-facebook-business-accounts "This Malware Targets Your Facebook Business Accounts") Chances are your business has a social media presence in at least some capacity, as it’s a good way to drive traffic to your business. However, hackers want to leverage this benefit against you. A new malware specifically targets Facebook business accounts to launch malicious advertisement campaigns using your own money against you. Tags: [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [Facebook](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/facebook) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/this-malware-targets-your-facebook-business-accounts#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/this-malware-targets-your-facebook-business-accounts) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [As if We All Didn’t Have Enough to Worry About: Let’s Look At Killware](https://datalyst.net/blog/as-if-we-all-didn-t-have-enough-to-worry-about-let-s-look-at-killware) Friday, 08 December 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![As if We All Didn’t Have Enough to Worry About: Let’s Look At Killware](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/December_2023/12-08-23/b2ap3_large_Cyberattack_471020058_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/as-if-we-all-didn-t-have-enough-to-worry-about-let-s-look-at-killware "As if We All Didn’t Have Enough to Worry About: Let’s Look At Killware") I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but when it comes to cybersecurity threats it’s kind of hard not to be. I used to look at it from two sides; one side is fascinated at the innovation and intensely brutal ways that high-end cyberattacks work, and the other side of me loses sleep at night worrying about these risks affecting our clients, prospects, and even my own business. This one particular classification of cyberattack, however, takes the cake for being especially frightening. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Malware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/malware) [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/as-if-we-all-didn-t-have-enough-to-worry-about-let-s-look-at-killware#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/as-if-we-all-didn-t-have-enough-to-worry-about-let-s-look-at-killware) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [There’s No Shame in Being Scammed](https://datalyst.net/blog/there-s-no-shame-in-being-scammed) Wednesday, 06 December 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![There’s No Shame in Being Scammed](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/December_2023/12-06-23/b2ap3_large_ScamWarning_442247491_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/there-s-no-shame-in-being-scammed "There’s No Shame in Being Scammed") I was talking to some colleagues the other day about cybersecurity and its relationship with modern everyday scams, like phone scams and similar things. In my opinion, it’s worth bundling these two topics together, and we found some interesting statistics that we’d like to share. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Spam](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/spam) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/there-s-no-shame-in-being-scammed#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/there-s-no-shame-in-being-scammed) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Why Massachusetts Accounting Firms Need to Take Cybersecurity Seriously](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-massachusetts-accounting-firms-need-to-take-cybersecurity-seriously) Thursday, 23 November 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Why Massachusetts Accounting Firms Need to Take Cybersecurity Seriously](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1205/b2ap3_large_50836975_accounting_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-massachusetts-accounting-firms-need-to-take-cybersecurity-seriously "Why Massachusetts Accounting Firms Need to Take Cybersecurity Seriously") Accounting firms need strong cybersecurity measures. In an industry where accuracy and accountability are the name of the game, falling victim to cyberattacks can do catastrophic harm to your credibility. With sensitive financial information and personal data at stake, accounting firms must prioritize cybersecurity to protect their clients and their own business. In this article, we will explore why Massachusetts accounting firms in particular need to take cybersecurity seriously and the steps they can take to ensure their cyber defense is as strong as it needs to be to weather modern-day threats. Tags: [Compliance](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/compliance) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-massachusetts-accounting-firms-need-to-take-cybersecurity-seriously#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/why-massachusetts-accounting-firms-need-to-take-cybersecurity-seriously) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [4 Ways Hackers Can Take Advantage of Your Business Technology](https://datalyst.net/blog/4-ways-hackers-can-take-advantage-of-your-business-technology) Wednesday, 22 November 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![4 Ways Hackers Can Take Advantage of Your Business Technology](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/November_2023/11-22-23/b2ap3_large_Hackers_556291020_400.jpeg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/4-ways-hackers-can-take-advantage-of-your-business-technology "4 Ways Hackers Can Take Advantage of Your Business Technology") Cybercriminals fight dirty, whether it’s attacking small businesses, large enterprises, or individuals who just want to watch Netflix. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you do for the community; you’ll always be a target for hacking attacks. To save time and effort, hackers will use low-tech attacks and social engineering attacks to target individuals. Hackers aren’t developing new threats all the time; if anything, they largely use existing exploits, purchasable software, and social engineering to take advantage of people. Tags: [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/4-ways-hackers-can-take-advantage-of-your-business-technology#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/4-ways-hackers-can-take-advantage-of-your-business-technology) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Taking Charge of Your Security: Understanding the Importance of Security Posture](https://datalyst.net/blog/taking-charge-of-your-security-understanding-the-importance-of-security-posture) Tuesday, 14 November 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Taking Charge of Your Security: Understanding the Importance of Security Posture](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1198/b2ap3_large_620517471_Security.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/taking-charge-of-your-security-understanding-the-importance-of-security-posture "Taking Charge of Your Security: Understanding the Importance of Security Posture") I want to pull back the curtains and be honest about something. As an IT professional, I never thought we’d see the day where business owners come to us to ask about the security of their business. For years and years, throughout most of my career, the role of bringing up cybersecurity has been on us, which is fine, but it sort of puts cybersecurity in this sort of “luxury” category. Cybersecurity always seemed to be a “let's put it on the docket for next year” sort of thing for a lot of business owners until just very recently. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Small Business](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/small-business) [Compliance](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/compliance) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/taking-charge-of-your-security-understanding-the-importance-of-security-posture#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/taking-charge-of-your-security-understanding-the-importance-of-security-posture) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Physical Security is Spearheaded by Good Surveillance](https://datalyst.net/blog/physical-security-is-spearheaded-by-good-surveillance) Friday, 03 November 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Physical Security is Spearheaded by Good Surveillance](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/November_2023/11-03-23/b2ap3_large_digitalSecurityCamera_579286324_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/physical-security-is-spearheaded-by-good-surveillance "Physical Security is Spearheaded by Good Surveillance") Digital security cameras have revolutionized surveillance, supplanting their analog counterparts due to their myriad advantages. Let’s outline three key benefits of deploying digital security cameras. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Cameras](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cameras) [Digital Cameras](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/digital-cameras) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/physical-security-is-spearheaded-by-good-surveillance#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/physical-security-is-spearheaded-by-good-surveillance) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [It’s Time to Upgrade Your Firewall](https://datalyst.net/blog/it-s-time-to-upgrade-your-firewall) Monday, 30 October 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![It’s Time to Upgrade Your Firewall](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2023/10-30-23/b2ap3_large_firewall_216024256_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/it-s-time-to-upgrade-your-firewall "It’s Time to Upgrade Your Firewall") As the threat landscape gets more concentrated with serious cyberthreats, new next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) have been developed to help stem the tide of negative outcomes that result from cyberattacks. An NGFW is an advanced network security device or software solution that combines traditional firewall capabilities with additional features and functionalities designed to provide enhanced protection and visibility into network traffic. NGFWs are designed to address the evolving and sophisticated nature of cyberthreats, including malware, intrusion attempts, and other malicious activities. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Firewall](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/firewall) [Network Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network-security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/it-s-time-to-upgrade-your-firewall#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/it-s-time-to-upgrade-your-firewall) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Hackers are Using AI Too and It is Scary](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-are-using-ai-too-and-it-is-scary) Friday, 20 October 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Hackers are Using AI Too and It is Scary](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2023/10-20-23/b2ap3_large_AIhacker_590529397_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-are-using-ai-too-and-it-is-scary "Hackers are Using AI Too and It is Scary") Maintaining network security has proven to be more difficult for organizations as time has gone on. Like the people trying to keep them out of networks they don’t have access to, hackers are increasingly using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance their cyberattacks and achieve various malicious objectives. Here are some ways in which hackers are using AI. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Hackers](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/hackers) [Artificial Intelligence](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/artificial-intelligence) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-are-using-ai-too-and-it-is-scary#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/hackers-are-using-ai-too-and-it-is-scary) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Just Wish Ransomware Would Go Away? We Have Bad News…](https://datalyst.net/blog/just-wish-ransomware-would-go-away-we-have-bad-news) Wednesday, 11 October 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Just Wish Ransomware Would Go Away? We Have Bad News…](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2023/10-11-22/b2ap3_large_ransomware_131026640_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/just-wish-ransomware-would-go-away-we-have-bad-news "Just Wish Ransomware Would Go Away? We Have Bad News…") Ransomware has rapidly climbed to be one of the most dangerous and feared malware attacks that is used nowadays. It’s gotten to the point that, if you wish they would just stop, we can hardly blame you. Unfortunately, there is no reason to believe that ransomware is going anywhere. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Best Practices](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/best-practices) [Ransomware](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/ransomware) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/just-wish-ransomware-would-go-away-we-have-bad-news#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/just-wish-ransomware-would-go-away-we-have-bad-news) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Important Statistics to Keep in Mind Concerning Your Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/blog/important-statistics-to-keep-in-mind-concerning-your-cybersecurity) Wednesday, 04 October 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Important Statistics to Keep in Mind Concerning Your Cybersecurity](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/October_2023/10-04-22/b2ap3_large_cybersecurityStatistics_529772117_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/important-statistics-to-keep-in-mind-concerning-your-cybersecurity "Important Statistics to Keep in Mind Concerning Your Cybersecurity") It is so important to keep your business secure nowadays. Statistics show this to be the case. Don’t believe us? We can share a few of these stats and explore what they mean, just to prove it. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/important-statistics-to-keep-in-mind-concerning-your-cybersecurity#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/important-statistics-to-keep-in-mind-concerning-your-cybersecurity) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [11 Best Practices for Securing Your Organization’s Wi-Fi Network](https://datalyst.net/blog/11-best-practices-for-securing-your-organization-s-wi-fi-network) Tuesday, 19 September 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![11 Best Practices for Securing Your Organization’s Wi-Fi Network](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_articles/1159/b2ap3_large_61561266_Wi-Fi_Security_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/11-best-practices-for-securing-your-organization-s-wi-fi-network "11 Best Practices for Securing Your Organization’s Wi-Fi Network") How much does your business rely on its Wi-Fi connectivity? If it’s like most, the answer is almost certainly quite a bit. There is no denying that Wi-Fi is a staple in modern workplace processes, but at the same time, it can also prove to be a major security liability if the proper steps are not taken. Therefore, it’s beneficial that you take these steps. Tags: [Network](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/network) [WiFi](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/wifi) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/11-best-practices-for-securing-your-organization-s-wi-fi-network#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/11-best-practices-for-securing-your-organization-s-wi-fi-network) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Want to Learn How to Steal a Password? It’s Easier Than You Think](https://datalyst.net/blog/want-to-learn-how-to-steal-a-password-its-easier-than-you-think) Friday, 01 September 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Want to Learn How to Steal a Password? It’s Easier Than You Think](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/September_2023/09-01-23/b2ap3_large_passwordCompromise_127210731_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/want-to-learn-how-to-steal-a-password-its-easier-than-you-think "Want to Learn How to Steal a Password? It’s Easier Than You Think") Passwords are one of the most important parts of keeping any account secure, and if you were to gain access to these accounts, you’d have access to personal data, subscriptions, money, and even the victim’s identity. Today, we want to show you just how easy it is to steal a password and gain access to an account. Tags: [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Passwords](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/passwords) [Phishing](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/phishing) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/want-to-learn-how-to-steal-a-password-its-easier-than-you-think#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/want-to-learn-how-to-steal-a-password-its-easier-than-you-think) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [The Cloud is Only Helpful if It’s Secure](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-cloud-is-only-helpful-if-it-s-secure) Wednesday, 30 August 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![The Cloud is Only Helpful if It’s Secure](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2023/08-30-23/b2ap3_large_secureCloud_623744146_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-cloud-is-only-helpful-if-it-s-secure "The Cloud is Only Helpful if It’s Secure") We have not been shy about expounding upon the benefits of the cloud for businesses, as these benefits are both considerable and accessible. That being said, not even the cloud is completely perfect, and there are security errors that can easily be made. Let’s go through these security errors to see if any sound familiar to your situation. Tags: [Data](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/data) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/security) [Cloud](https://datalyst.net/blog/tags/cloud) [0 Comments](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-cloud-is-only-helpful-if-it-s-secure#comments) [ Continue reading](https://datalyst.net/blog/the-cloud-is-only-helpful-if-it-s-secure) [ ![Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_avatar/808_808_blogauthor.png) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) ## [Could Zero-Trust Make the VPN Obsolete? Experts Suggest So](https://datalyst.net/blog/could-zero-trust-make-the-vpn-obsolete-experts-suggest-so) Friday, 25 August 2023 [Daniel Mathieu](https://datalyst.net/blog/blogger/daniel-mathieu) [Datalyst Blog](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/blog) [Security](https://datalyst.net/blog/categories/security) [ ![Could Zero-Trust Make the VPN Obsolete? Experts Suggest So](https://datalyst.net/images/easyblog_shared/August_2023/08-25-23/b2ap3_large_zeroTrust_622055654_400.jpg) ](https://datalyst.net/blog/could-zero-trust-make-the-vpn-obsolete-experts-suggest-so "Could Zero-Trust Make the VPN Obsolete? Experts Suggest So") When it comes to security, it can be challenging to keep up with shifting best practices. For instance, the use of a virtual private network has long been a staple to secure remote operations, and any decent IT service provider would recommend its use. However, this advice is changing with the growth of zero-trust access protocols. 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