In today’s hyperconnected world, cybersecurity is a critical concern for individuals and organizations alike. However, as the digital landscape evolves, so do the myths and misconceptions surrounding cybersecurity. If you want to be protected, you have to understand what the real threats are and how you could be unknowingly overlooking them every single day. In this article, we will debunk 5 common cybersecurity myths to help you stay informed and protected as you take your business into 2024.

Recently, the CEO of a very successful marketing firm had their Facebook account hacked. In just a weekend, the hackers were able to run over $250,000 worth of ads for their online gambling site via their account and removed the rightful owner as the admin, causing the firm’s entire Facebook account to be shut down.

Not only are they uninsured for this type of fraud, but they were shocked to discover that Facebook, as well as their bank and credit card company, was NOT responsible for replacing the funds. Facebook’s “resolution” was that there was no fraud committed on their account because the hacker used their legitimate login credentials, and Facebook is not responsible for ensuring you keep your own personal credentials safe and confidential. Further, they didn’t have the specific type of cybercrime or fraud insurance needed to cover the losses, so they’re eating 100% of the costs.

The infamous Xenomorph Android malware, known for targeting 56 European banks in 2022, is back and in full force targeting US banks, financial institutions and cryptocurrency wallets.

The cyber security and fraud detection company ThreatFabric has called this one of the most advanced and dangerous Android malware variants they’ve seen.

The headline “Bad Bots Take Over!” sounds like something out of a sci-fi thriller, but unfortunately it’s not fiction.

Not robots – I think we have a few more years there – but automated bots that cybercriminals are using to launch attacks on unsuspecting business owners.

These tireless “employees” work around the clock to cause mayhem, like sending fake website traffic to your page, scraping your data, running up the clicks on your ads so you’re paying through the nose for fake leads and more.

In today’s blog, we’re going to dive into what you need to know about these bad bots so you can keep them OUT of your business.

Pop quiz – is that e-mail you received saying “unusual activity was detected on your account” real?

It could be, or it could be an elaborate plot to get you to click a suspicious link. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell the difference, especially when you’re panicking.

In today’s blog, we’re sharing 10 big-name brands that are often impersonated by cybercriminals hoping to fool you.

Sending kids away to school is hard enough. Worrying about their safety online is an added stress, especially when it’s a known fact that college students are a primary target for hackers.

We’ve compiled a list of 14 actions your student (or a student you know) can take to reduce the likelihood of being a cybercrime victim and hopefully ease your mind.

*Be sure to emphasize #12. This sounds simple, but it’s one of the most critical mistakes to avoid. 

Check them out here.

Well, just as I suspected, the effects of the MOVEit data breach I shared with you last month continue to worsen.

New information practically guarantees your personal information was stolen.

Get up to speed on the latest details, plus what your next steps must be, in today’s blog.

Read here.