TikTok Ban and Data Privacy: Why Americans Are Flocking to Rednote
In recent years, TikTok has faced increasing scrutiny over its data privacy practices, culminating in bans in certain regions of the United States. These actions stem from widespread concerns about data collection, user privacy, and the app’s ties to ByteDance, a company with headquarters in Beijing. However, as TikTok faces these challenges, a surprising trend […]
Data Breach Survival Guide: What Happens Next?
More often than anyone would like, businesses face the unsettling reality of having their sensitive information exposed via a breach. Even more concerning to consumers, these businesses store and retain data belonging to their customers which waterfalls down to not only expose business data, but individual user data as well. But what happens after […]
Getting the Most Out of Your Palo Alto Networks Solution Stack
Managing a Palo Alto Networks firewall and ensuring you get every ounce of horsepower out of the feature stack can feel overwhelming. The challenges of implementing seamless SD-WAN, optimizing updates with the latest threat intelligence, or properly configuring the advanced features can result in a lack of certainty, fatigue, or both—but they don’t have to. […]
Cyber Cleanup: Post-Holiday Security Checklist to Start the New Year Right
The holiday season is a time for celebration, giving, and connection. But for cybercriminals, it’s open season for phishing scams, fraudulent transactions, and exploiting new tech gifts. As the festive season winds down, it’s crucial to prepare for the new year with a strong cybersecurity foundation. Use this post-holiday checklist to secure your digital world […]
Unwrap with Care: Holiday Tips for Securing Your New Tech
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the excitement of unwrapping shiny new tech gadgets. Whether it’s a sleek smartphone, a cutting-edge smartwatch, or the latest smart home assistant, these devices promise convenience and fun. However, they also introduce new cybersecurity risks that, if ignored, could dampen your holiday cheer. Here’s how […]
Stay Frosty: Navigating Cyber Monday Safely
Cyber Monday is a shopper’s paradise, a day of unbeatable deals and exciting discounts. However, it’s also prime time for cybercriminals to strike. As the online shopping frenzy unfolds, bad actors exploit vulnerabilities, aiming to steal personal and financial information. In 2023 alone, Cyber Monday saw a record-breaking $12 billion in online sales—and […]
Thankfulness in Cybersecurity: Partnering for Success with BLOKWORX
In this season of thankfulness, we’re reminded of the vital partnerships that form the backbone of our cybersecurity efforts. In our latest Safety Brief episode, “Thankfulness in Cybersecurity: Partnering for Success with BLOKWORX,” we dive deep into the importance of the relationship between Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs). Strong […]
Reflecting on Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How BLOKWORX Supports Lasting Awareness
As we wrap up Cybersecurity Awareness Month, let’s look back on October’s initiatives and share how BLOKWORX is committed to fostering cybersecurity awareness year-round. This October, we highlighted key issues that impact individuals and businesses alike, from phishing to ransomware and identity theft. However, at BLOKWORX, our mission goes beyond a single month. Cyber threats […]
Zombie Networks: The Hidden Dangers of Botnets & How to Defend Against Them
In the dark corners of the internet, a silent army of compromised computers known as botnets or “zombie networks” lurks, waiting to execute the commands of cybercriminals operating in various places around the world. What is a Botnet? A botnet is a network of computers or devices infected with malware that allows […]
Exploiting Chaos: How Bad Actors Take Advantage of Natural Disasters
When disaster strikes, communities come together to rebuild and support each other. Unfortunately, it’s also a time when bad actors take advantage of people’s vulnerabilities. Natural disasters bring chaos and loss, but they also bring out a very human response; empathy, generosity, and a desire to help. However, these human emotions are precisely what […]
From Phones to Pagers: How Cyberattacks Exploit Our Devices
Recent cyberattacks on electronic devices have raised serious concerns about the security of personal devices and critical infrastructure alike. The recent Lebanon incident is a strong reminder of how easily technology can be sabotaged, often leading users to not realize it until it is too late. Though this is still a developing series […]
Inside the BLOKWORX Arsenal: A Deep Dive into Our Cybersecurity Toolbelt
Many organizations require a multi-layered approach to cybersecurity in today’s digital age. BLOKWORX delivers just that with a suite of powerful services designed to cover every angle from endpoint to cloud. All built to work with each other not against each other like most multilayered stacks. Let’s dive into how each product fits into a […]