Before social media and the responsibility of maintaining multiple accounts, folks tended to keep their passwords written down on paper, stored in what they considered a safe place, or saved into their phone. These are dangerous cybersecurity risks being practiced and they need to be addressed promptly.
The problem is passwords are often weak, reused or exposed in personal data breaches that are out of your control. In the last decade, we have been introduced to Password Managers and following right after, Multi-Factor Authentications (MFA). Both provide thorough measures to protect users’ information and safety. As an effect, this shield has caused bad actors to get creative and find other tactics to infiltrate your systems.
We’re going to go over what MFA is and why it matters to implement for your small business and in personal life or really, anywhere it’s available!
Technology Advisor Blog
Cybersecurity Basics: What Is Multi-Factor Authentication and Why Does It Matter?
Posted by Sarah Carroll on 6/13/25 7:23 PM
Tags: security protection, Monitoring, small business technology advice., cybersecurity, Privacy, security awareness training, cybersecurity training, managed IT services in Boston, Multi-Factor Authentication, MFA
How Supply Chain Cybersecurity Risks Can Affect Your Business
Posted by Sarah Carroll on 5/9/25 12:27 PM
To keep up with high demands for thousands of businesses, global supply chains have become more dependent on technology. Becoming more dependent on technology equals a greater risk of being exposed to evolving cyber threats. One of the biggest hurdles for cybersecurity is the huddled mindset that if it is not directly happening in my backyard, then it doesn’t apply to me. In 2025 alone, this has become a pivotal year, where the need for businesses to implement cybersecurity is no longer optional, but essential to staying safe.
Read MoreTags: cybersecurity, ransomware, Privacy
Spring Cleaning for your Cybersecurity: 10 Things You're Probably Overlooking
Posted by Ann Westerheim on 4/29/25 4:25 PM
Just like your home needs a good spring cleaning, your technology and data need regular organization too. Cybersecurity best practices act like a home organization system for your digital life - keeping your accounts, passwords, and access permissions tidy, updated, and secure. This guide will show you proven methods in protecting your information while making sure your systems run smoothly using smart organization techniques. Learning the straightforward steps to defend yourself against current threats and build a more secure foundation for your business and personal data. Cleaning out your closets this Spring? Make sure you take care of your digital clutter as well!
Read MoreTags: computer security, strong passwords, security protection, Cleaning your computer, data backup, cybersecurity, Privacy, cybersecurity training, General
ChatGPT Doesn't Keep Secrets - Create a ChatGPT Acceptable Use Policy to Protect Your Business
Posted by Ann Westerheim on 4/10/23 12:31 PM
The new Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool ChatGPT is all over the news these days! ChatGPT was created by OpenAI, and it's an AI language model that can understand human language and generate human-like responses. It's the fasted growing tech platform ever, hitting ONE MILLION users in just FIVE DAYS! You can ask a question and get a response. Need help writing an email or a letter to a client? You can automate a lot of repetitive tasks like writing an introductory email, an online ad, or even an outline of a book. It's a tool that can save you a lot of time when used right. If you have writer's block, or just can't think of how to start a response, just ask ChatGPT. The responses will require some fact checking and fine tuning, but you'll never have to stare at a blank sheet of paper again (a computer screen these days).
ChatGPT Data Privacy Risk
Tags: small business, cybersecurity, Privacy, ChatGPT