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By Byron Martin | October 15, 2021
By Byron Martin | HFG Trust Connect Magazine - October 2021 | View Article When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, in some ways the timing was a blessing.
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Benefits of Using Microsoft SharePoint
By Byron Martin | August 26, 2021
Microsoft SharePoint celebrated its 20th birthday on March 27th, 2021! And it’s come a long way over the past 20 years.
Benefits of Partnering with a Microsoft CSP
By Byron Martin | August 11, 2021
We’ve witnessed a shift in how we work to that of a hybrid workforce, a blended workforce comprising of both remote and in-office work. As such,..
Endpoint Security vs. Antivirus Software
By Byron Martin | August 3, 2021
Hackers initiate 2,244 attacks per day. Every link clicked, email opened, app downloaded, and network joined is an opportunity for hackers to..
OneDrive vs. SharePoint. What’s the Difference?
By Byron Martin | July 20, 2021
Microsoft announced in its latest quarterly earnings release that the number of Microsoft 365 subscribers has increased to 50.2 million from January..
Cybersecurity is not Information Technology (IT)
By Byron Martin | June 23, 2021
Your cybersecurity has to win every time, but the attacker only needs to win once.
Must Have Google Workspace Security Configurations
By Byron Martin | June 8, 2021
Migrations to the cloud are moving faster than ever. 78% of businesses will be run almost entirely on SaaS Applications.
Must Have Microsoft 365 Security Configurations
By Byron Martin | June 2, 2021
1 in 4 businesses reported ransomware attacks on cloud data.
IoT Medical Device Security
By Byron Martin | May 25, 2021
Forbes estimates 646 million IoT devices were used in hospitals, clinics, and medical offices in 2020. The Internet of Things has transformed the..
Hacked Colonial Pipeline Ransomware Attack Forces Shutdown
By Byron Martin | May 13, 2021
The shutdown has caused panic in many southeastern states.
5 Cybersecurity Questions to Ask Your IT Company
By Byron Martin | April 15, 2021
60 percent of small businesses that are victims of a cyber-attack go out of business within six months.
21 Cybersecurity Horror Stories and Stats!
By Byron Martin | April 9, 2021
Cybercrime is the greatest threat to every company in the world. And Most companies take nearly 6 months to detect a data breach, even major ones.
The Microsoft Exchange Attack Isn’t Going Away Anytime Soon
By Byron Martin | March 25, 2021
Estimates put the number of servers compromised by the attack in the hundreds of thousands globally.
HIPAA Breach Notification Rule
By Byron Martin | March 17, 2021
642 healthcare data breaches of 500 or more records were reported in 2020, according to HIPAA Journal. That equates to 1.76 data breaches reported..
Microsoft Exchange Hack. Patch Now!
By Byron Martin | March 10, 2021
Urgent patching necessary. Microsoft continues to see increased attacks targeting unpatched systems by multiple malicious actors beyond Hafnium..
7 Reasons Why Spear Phishing Attacks are Successful
By Byron Martin | March 2, 2021
Phishing/social engineering is the #1 cause of data breaches and the primary delivery method for ransomware.
Why You Need Spam Email Filtering
By Byron Martin | February 18, 2021
According to Help Net Security, 90% of successful cyberattacks occur through email-based attacks. Additionally, 1 out of every 8 employees shares..
Technology Doesn't Have to be Frustrating
By Byron Martin | February 12, 2021
54 percent of SMBs report the increasing complexity of IT as the main reason for outsourcing their IT. 1 in 4 SMBs lost revenue due to IT-related..
Teknologize and Uptime Podcast on IT and Cybersecurity for Wind Farms
By Byron Martin | February 5, 2021
Interesting conversation around the IT and Cybersecurity demands of the modern wind farm and the critical technology running behind the scenes. ..
Data Breach Notifications Laws for Oregon State
By Byron Martin | February 2, 2021
What does Oregon law require you to do, and who are you required to notify? What happens if you don’t notify anyone?
Email Security: 4 Simple Tips to Keep Your Business Email Secure
By Byron Martin | January 29, 2021
There are over 300 million fraudulent sign-in attempts to Microsoft cloud services every day.
Business Continuity: How to Be Prepared for Downtime or an IT Disaster
By Byron Martin | January 28, 2021
Flood. Power outage. Cyberattack. Supply chain failure or a disgruntled employee. Disruptions to your business can happen at any moment causing..
BYOD: Let’s Talk about Mobile Device Management
By Byron Martin | January 26, 2021
87% of companies are dependent to some extent on their employee’s ability to access mobile business apps from their personal smartphones. (Source: ..
Data Breach Notifications Laws for Washington State
By Byron Martin | January 22, 2021
New data breach protections give Washington one of the most robust data breach notification policies in the country.
Incident Response: How to Respond to an Email Breach
By Byron Martin | January 18, 2021
Business Email Compromise earned hackers $1.3 billion in a year. (Source: Internet Crime Complaint Center)
The Human Toll of a Healthcare Cyberattack
By Byron Martin | January 15, 2021
Vermont hospital cyber attack “Clinics were filled with tears, yelling and anxiety and stress”.
SolarWinds Orion Supply Chain Breach Update
By Byron Martin | January 14, 2021
Roughly 198 organizations, overall, were hacked using the SolarWind backdoor, according to Allan Liska, a threat analyst atRecorded Future.Source:..
Affordable Fiber Internet for Business Available Locally
By Byron Martin | January 13, 2021
Fiber Internet is Available in the Tri-Cities, WA Did you know that there is fiber-optic Internet available in Benton and Franklin Counties? Our..
Reasons to Use a Managed Service Provider (MSP) for IT Support
By Byron Martin | January 7, 2021
66 Percent of Small Businesses Worldwide Have Faced Cyberattacks in The Past Year. For the third year in a row, SMBs are reporting big increases in..
SUNBURST Malware and SolarWinds Supply Chain Breach
By Byron Martin | December 31, 2020
As reported approximately 2 weeks ago, the US Government and thousands of public and private sector organizations around the world had their networks..
Massive SolarWinds Hack Impacting 18,000 Organizations
By Byron Martin | December 23, 2020
18,000 organizations have malicious code in their network, and 50 of them have suffered major breaches.
I Fell Victim to Business Email Compromise. Now What?
By Byron Martin | December 22, 2020
The FBI defines Business Email Compromise (BEC) as “a sophisticated scam that targets both businesses and individuals who perform valid..
What's all the Hype? A Quick Glance at Microsoft Teams
By Byron Martin | December 15, 2020
Curious about what all the hype is around Microsoft Teams? Microsoft Teams is the ultimate chat-based collaboration app for your organization. A..
CyberSecurity: Journey, Culture and Strategy
By Byron Martin | December 2, 2020
It doesn't have to be a big stress in your life. You can have that peace of mind, but it does take time, attention, planning and strategy...
Four Steps of an Incident Response Plan
By Byron Martin | December 1, 2020
Hackers attack every 39 seconds, on average 2,244 times a day. (University of Maryland) Incidents are cyber events that can include a cyberattack,..
Stay Safe Online - 5 Tips for Safe Online Shopping
By Byron Martin | November 25, 2020
The holiday shopping season is well underway, and many are choosing to shop primarily online due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Online shopping opens the..