Malware is one of the biggest threats to businesses and it can have a huge impact on their productivity and profitability. It does so by compromising their secure data and by bringing their operations to a screeching halt. In the most recently reported period, 5.6 billion malware attacks were carried out, down from 9.9 billion attacks in the previous year. Since malware can be so damaging and disruptive for organizations, it is crucial for us to know exactly what we’re up against. In this post we will reveal 8 types of common malware that can be harmful to businesses from a data security standpoint. 1. Ransomware Ransomware is exactly what it sounds like. This type of malware can hold your device or computers hostage and under the hackers’ control in the hopes of getting ransom money. In such cases, hackers manage to infiltrate devices and lock their existing users out of their systems until they pay a hefty ransom. In a number of cases, ransomware hackers have also threatened bus...
The last few years have been an unpredictable time for the entire world. The business environment today is creating challenges for businesses in more ways than they could have anticipated. Many organizations have adapted to the change in dynamics by implementing remote working models for their businesses. The shift to a remote working environment has also increased the risk of cyberattacks. Business owners realize the need to invest in their IT department and boost their cybersecurity. However, financial challenges during the pandemic are making it impossible for companies to allocate substantial benefits for their cybersecurity. Managed Service Providers (MSPs) / Managed Security Services Providers (MSSPs) are becoming increasingly popular in helping enterprises implement better and more cost-effective security solutions against cyberattacks. Partnering with the right MSSP can help your business drastically reduce their spending on IT and remain within a lower budget wi...