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The ABC's of Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

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When it comes to cybersecurity, most people think of large corporations like Google or Facebook. But even small business owners need to be aware of the risks of cyber-attacks and how they can protect themselves. In the wake of recent data breaches and other cyber-attacks, it’s clear that cybersecurity is a major concern among small business owners. But what can you do to protect your business? One of the easiest ways to start is by making sure you have an IT staff member who is dedicated to cybersecurity. This person should work closely with your IT department and be well-versed in best practices when it comes to security. They’ll also be able to handle any issues as they arise—and prevent them from happening in the first place. You should also make sure all employees are trained on how to avoid putting your company at risk. This includes things like not opening suspicious emails or clicking on links within them, never giving out personal information over email (especial...

3 Signs That Your Business Could Benefit From Having A CISO Onboard

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You’ve probably heard of a Chief Information Officer (CIO), but have you ever heard of a Chief Information Security Officer ? If not, it’s time to learn more. A CISO (Chief Information Security Officer) is responsible for ensuring the security of your company’s data. They do this by monitoring and analyzing threats, creating policies around those threats and implementing those policies. In short: they make sure that nothing bad happens to your data. Here are some signs that your business could benefit from having a CISO onboard: A History Of Security Infringements: If your organization has been hacked before, it’s a smart move to improve its cybersecurity. If hackers have already compromised your systems and networks, they might mark your organization as an easy target for future attacks. That’s why even if you think there’s no point investing in cybersecurity given your networks and devices have already been compromised, it’s essential that you implement s...

Why Your Law Firm Needs To Comply With ABA Opinion 483

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Cybersecurity is not just a buzzword. It’s a real, growing threat to law firms and their clients. Last year, there were over half a billion data breach incidents reported globally, and that number is only expected to rise. What is ABA Opinion 483? The American Bar Association (ABA) has issued an opinion that outlines how lawyers should secure their electronic data and information systems, as well as how they should protect client information. This opinion is called ABA Opinion 483 , and it’s mandatory for all attorneys in the US who practice law or provide legal services to clients in any capacity. The ABA’s Opinion 483 has been issued to all law firms, which requires that they must have an incident response plan in place. The reason for this is that law firms now have access to sensitive client information such as financial records, medical records, personal information, etc., which are highly sought after by hackers and other malicious actors who want to gain a...