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Something techy for #FunnyFriday Can you guess the answer to this riddle? Let us know in the comments! Have a great weekend!

HOW SECURE IS YOUR PASSWORD? Are Your Cybersecurity Methods Subpar? Don't Let Your Password Haunt You. Sign up to receive the latest blog about password protection https://bit.ly/3jS1J7C

When working from home, we generally can’t use the same equipment we enjoyed in the office. Many businesses told their people to use their personal computers when they scrambled to send them home in March. Even if they’re using traditional security techniques, working online makes them more vulnerable to attacks. Read our latest blog to learn how you can create a secure environment while working from home: https://bit.ly/37QyVK8

Cyber security fact of the day: In 2016, 95% of all breached records came from just three industries: government, retail, and technology. What do all of these industries have in common you might ask? They’re all popular targets because of the amount of high level personal identifying data they have within their records. Hackers prey on companies that have access to vast amounts of personal data, and they are highly successful because many businesses do not implement proper cyber security measures. To combat the massive threat of data breaches, we need to put an emphasis on safe security practices. How secure is your office? Contact us to find out.

If the idea of supplying your employees with company-owned devices or the setup and maintenance of a virtual office seems overwhelming, don’t worry! Even many large corporations find this to be too difficult or time-consuming to do on their own. In fact, a recent study showed that more than half of all of the companies surveyed use external services to help with their IT needs, and that number goes up significantly with a larger percentage of their workforce working remotely. Learn more: https://bit.ly/37QyVK8

Some organizations that have experienced data breaches have put their business, reputation, customers, and partners at high risk. To keep your business out of this challenging situation: it’s crucial to understand the most common causes of data breaches. It is important to us that our clients are proactive and protected. Would you like to learn how we can train your staff by testing them with mock breach simulations? #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth

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Everyone wants digital security, but just like with anti-virus software, a single program will never keep you fully safe. Many users don’t understand the natural limitations of VPNs, putting too much faith in them, particularly free versions. For starters, no matter what the ads tell you, VPNs do not give you 100% security on the web. Learn more about VPN security: https://bit.ly/2HsT0uX

Who has received those odd letters going around trying to intimidate your vote? We have some tips for you. Watch this exclusive by 23ABC Bakersfield https://www.turnto23.com//local-cybersecurity-experts-spea

October is National Cybersecurity Month and password security is a big part of that! Cybersecurity is so important and appropriate to discuss considering how scary it is out there! As we regularly cover, hackers are getting more advanced by the day, despite security measures improving by leaps and bounds. Of course, no monster is all-powerful and there are ways to protect yourself against these dangers. Learn more: https://bit.ly/34bB00V

@sawyerhayssnowden is at the Wounded Heroes Fundraiser supporting our client, @covenantcoffee, who is a sponsor to the event. We love our clients and will support them. #woundedheroesfund #supportlocal #bakersfieldsmallbusiness

Cyber Tip of the Day: In order to protect yourself online, creating a strong, complex password is crucial. You should create unique passwords for each new account you set up and avoid using common words within your passwords. For additional protection, you can also utilize multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure you are the only person able to access your account. Be #cybersmart to protect yourself from becoming a victim of a cybercrime.