As a CPA, handling sensitive client data is part of your daily operations. With increasing cybersecurity threats and stricter compliance requirements, protecting this information is not just a best practice—it’s now a regulatory necessity. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has heightened its stance on data security, and CPAs are no exception to these evolving mandates. […]
Many of the changes that make business operations better are thanks to AI. The bad news is that AI has also brought us bigger and scarier security risks since hackers use it for bad things. In fact, there has been a rise in the number of data hacks lately. Today we will discuss how to […]
Hackers are using Artificial intelligence (AI) to breach businesses. This topic has been the subject of many discussions in recent weeks. Adopting these new algorithms for social engineering and other hacks makes it much easier for hackers to infiltrate systems. Sadly, these are no longer only theoretical conversations. Hackers using AI to breach businesses are […]
The improvements in businesses using artificial intelligence have been quite noticeable over the years. In one of its first applications, AI developed a program for checkers that could learn by itself. Even though it was a monumental achievement, it seems so basic compared to today’s AI applications. AI is behind many everyday things, like chatbots, […]
Hacker techniques get more sophisticated with technological improvements. To keep our data safe, we must stay up-to-date with constantly changing tactics. Employees must have regular training on cybersecurity to accomplish this. Research shows that a proficient training approach can decrease susceptibility to phishing and related cyberattacks from 60% to 10% in a single year. Seven […]
One of the newest techniques used by hackers to gain private data is social engineering. This method uses human psychology to gather data rather than simply attacking a system. When you consider it, this approach is quite brilliant because it avoids having to go through strict network security. Someone will literally hand the information to […]
Every 14 seconds, a new incident related to cybersecurity occurs. The widespread belief that only large corporations are the targets of hacking attacks couldn’t be further from the truth. Everyone, from large global organizations to small local businesses, might now be a potential target. Because there is no obvious pattern to the attacks, it is […]
Bring Your Own Device, also known as BYOD, is an emerging trend in the workplace that encourages workers to use their own personal electronic devices, such as cellphones, laptops, tablets, and so on, for business purposes. This policy contrasts with the conventional practice of relying solely on the tools and resources provided by one’s employer […]
The importance of cybersecurity insurance measures cannot be overstated. The transition of organizations into a digital environment coincides with an increase in the sophistication of online attacks. In the past, hackers would target large, high-revenue corporations because these businesses both had significant amounts of money and important information. However, over forty percent of recent cyberattacks […]
Regardless of the business’s industry or size, a backup and disaster recovery strategy are an absolute requirement. Natural calamities, online attacks, and even human error can all lead to catastrophes. Without a thorough BDR plan, your business could be easily wiped out, with little to no chance of recovery. Because of the prevalence of online […]
