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With all that is going on in the world today, state-sponsored terrorist cyber attacks are on the rise. Their main target is critical Infrastructure.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month (Cyber Month) is celebrated in Canada every October. As individuals and organizations, Cyber Month is an ideal time to consider how we can protect ourselves and our loved ones online. A great Canadian Resource for Cyber Month is the Get Cyber Safe website.

In today's technologically advanced world, the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) is reshaping various sectors, including cybersecurity. As cyber threats become more sophisticated, organizations are using AI and ML to strengthen their cyber defence mechanisms and protect valuable digital assets.

There is a myth that says good cybersecurity is expensive. If you follow that line of reasoning, SMBs are doomed to failure. If you think the word failure seems harsh, considering that 60% of SMBs go out of business after suffering a cyber attack, it isn’t. Surely, there must be something SMBs can do to protect themselves.

Businesses, large and small, are under the constant threat of cyber attacks. The number of cyber attacks per day is estimated at over 2,200, which is almost one every 39 seconds.  In today's business environment, external cybersecurity risks are among the most immediate and financially impactful. The increasing digitization of organizations creates a greater risk of external cybersecurity threats such as phishing attacks, data leaks, and account takeovers. Listed below are 5 ways you can minimize this risk and build an effective cybersecurity plan. 

From time to time, you hear people throw around acronyms like MDR, EDR, XDR and SOC. So, what do all these acronyms mean and how can they benefit your business?

If you don’t believe ransomware can create chaos in your business, ask a Sobeys employee. Since suffering a ransomware attack earlier in November, Empire Co., the parent company of Sobeys and other grocery stores, has had issues with the supply chain, payments systems, and payroll, just to name a few.

Ransomware is malicious software designed to make your data inaccessible by encrypting files on your computers and network. The cybercriminal that sent the ransomware will then ask you for a substantial ransom to unencrypt your files.

Many companies approach cyber security simply by using tools and technology to protect their networks. While this is an important step, it is also important to build a culture of cyber security.

(Updated from September 15, 2021)