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Beware these common ‘malvertising’ attacks

Beware these common ‘malvertising’ attacks

28 April 2025

Think about the last online ad you clicked… Did you just assume it was genuine? If you said yes, you’re not alone – and this is exactly what scammers are counting on. “Malvertising”, or malicious advertising, is where scammers use online ads to trick you into downloading malware (malicious software), sharing sensitive information like passwords, […]

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Businesses are taking too long to fix vulnerabilities

Businesses are taking too long to fix vulnerabilities

21 April 2025

Imagine you’re watching the news and see that a criminal is targeting houses in your area. Would you leave your front door unlocked tonight? I wouldn’t think so. Yet this is essentially what many businesses do when they put off fixing vulnerabilities in their systems. And it happens a lot, with over two-thirds of businesses […]

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Employees are falling for 3x more phishing scams

Employees are falling for 3x more phishing scams

14 April 2025

Have you ever stopped to wonder how many phishing scams your employees encounter each day? The answer might come as a nasty surprise. Last year, the number of employees clicking on phishing links TRIPLED – and businesses everywhere are paying the price. Before we dive into this situation a little more, let’s rewind a bit. […]

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Warning: Don’t ignore hardware requirements for Windows 11

Warning: Don’t ignore hardware requirements for Windows 11

7 April 2025

So, you’ve gone ahead and upgraded to Windows 11. You’re ready to explore the fresh design and all the new features. But instead of smooth sailing, your computer slows to a crawl… random errors start popping up… and you can’t install any security updates… That’s the nightmare faced by businesses that try to run Windows […]

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What’s your business’s view on Return to Office?

What’s your business’s view on Return to Office?

31 March 2025

The way we work has changed massively over the past few years, hasn’t it? The global pandemic created a huge shift towards remote working. And now businesses are divided on the right way to move forward. Some businesses are eager to bring everyone back to the office. But others are keen to keep things flexible. […]

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Outdated backup systems could leave your business vulnerable

Outdated backup systems could leave your business vulnerable

26 March 2025

Imagine this: Your business grinds to a halt because your critical files are locked away by scammers. And they’re demanding a ransom for their release. This is called a ransomware attack, and it’s a growing threat to businesses all around the world. Ransomware is a type of cyber attack where criminals break into your systems […]

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Microsoft’s fixing this annoying Windows 11 fault

Microsoft’s fixing this annoying Windows 11 fault

17 March 2025

Windows 11 has brought some great features to the table for businesses. And Microsoft’s working to make it even better. One thing I know many of us struggle with is the Recommendations feature in the Start menu. If you’ve ever clicked on it expecting to see something helpful, only to find suggestions that don’t make […]

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Beware that corrupted email attachment: It could be a scam

Beware that corrupted email attachment: It could be a scam

10 March 2025

You’re scanning your inbox and spot an important email with a Word document attached. Maybe it’s an invoice, a message from a supplier, or even a request from a colleague. You open it without thinking twice… and just like that, you’ve been scammed. This scenario is exactly what cyber criminals are counting on. Now they’ve […]

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Are your employees your security’s weakest link?

Are your employees your security’s weakest link?

21 February 2025

Let me ask you something: Do you lock your front door when you leave the house? Of course you do. But what if you get home and find that someone left a window open? You may as well have left the door unlocked, right? Now think about your business. You’ve probably invested in good cyber […]

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The two big threats of doing business on public Wi-Fi

The two big threats of doing business on public Wi-Fi

11 February 2025

Public Wi-Fi is everywhere these days – cafés, airports, hotels, trains. It’s super convenient, especially for business travellers or anyone working remotely. But what if I told you that hopping on that free Wi-Fi could expose your business data to cyber criminals? That’s the reality of using unsecured public networks. When you connect to public […]

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FOMO is driving businesses to spend more on IT

FOMO is driving businesses to spend more on IT

9 February 2025

Ever feel like you’re racing to keep up with all the new tech out there? You’re not the only one. Businesses are spending more on software than ever before… and it’s in no small part due to “FOMO” – fear of missing out. In fact, a recent report shows that 76% of businesses are bumping […]

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How many devices do you use every workday?

How many devices do you use every workday?

9 February 2025

It feels like we have a gadget for everything these days, doesn’t it? The average office worker now carries around three devices to get through the day. Think laptops, tablets, headphones… and even multiple phones. Technology keeps teams connected and helps us work smarter – but there’s a downside: Managing so many devices can get […]

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