Tag Archives: ImageQuest

IoT device security advanced by new law

December 29, 2020 Security on Internet of Things (IoT) devices saw a significant advance in December with the enactment of a federal law requiring improved security on the devices. The bipartisan legislation, sponsored by Reps. Robin Kelly, D-Ill., and Will Hurd, R-Texas, and Sens. Mark Warner, D-Va., and Cory Gardner, R-Colo., requires that any IoT device purchased with … Continue reading "IoT device security advanced by new law" Read More

ImageQuest guidance on the SolarWinds cyberattack

December 18, 2020 12/22/202 UPDATE: The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) published further guidance regarding the SolarWinds cyberattack. Aimed at federal agencies, this supplemental guidance nevertheless is helpful to other organizations that use SolarWinds’ Orion software. Under “Conditions for Reconnecting Unaffected Versions,” CISA says it is “still assessing whether it is appropriate to relax ED 21-01’s … Continue reading "ImageQuest guidance on the SolarWinds cyberattack" Read More

Renewing your cyber insurance in 2021? Do your homework

December 8, 2020 Executives are increasing their cyber insurance coverage after watching the growing number of ransomware reports, business email compromise, and other cyberattacks. But cyber insurance remains a challenging product for insurers and customers alike. Actuarial data is still evolving. Several sources report buyers should expect price increases, especially with many people still working at home, away … Continue reading "Renewing your cyber insurance in 2021? Do your homework" Read More

IT security measures are for everyone – including the CEO

December 4, 2020 A crook is making news for offering to sell hundreds of stolen C-level email user names and passwords. “The login information has been verified by cybersecurity teams and is for Office 365 and Microsoft accounts of CEOs, COOs, CFOs, CTOs, and other senior positions,” TechRepublic reported Wednesday. The email user name and password combinations are … Continue reading "IT security measures are for everyone – including the CEO" Read More

Do you still need an Ad Blocker program?

December 2, 2020 Ad Blockers are software programs that block ads from appearing on the websites you visit. They were originally designed to eliminate those annoying, flashing, pop-up ads that ruined many a website experience. Ad Blockers typically come as extensions on web browsers. One of the most popular – or recommended – blocker has been AdBlock Plus. … Continue reading "Do you still need an Ad Blocker program?" Read More

10 tips to stay secure when shopping on Black Friday (and the rest of the year!)

November 23, 2020 Black Friday is upon us – and with it, the traditional bonanza of people shopping online. Both retailers and fraudsters stand ready to grab your log-in information, your email, your home address, phone number – and of course, your credit card information. It’s a bonanza for identity thieves. Numerous reports say cyber criminals are poised … Continue reading "10 tips to stay secure when shopping on Black Friday (and the rest of the year!)" Read More

Improve Your Tech IQ: Invite an external attendee to your Teams meeting

October 27, 2020 Did you know? Someone from outside your organization can participate in your meeting via Microsoft Teams. Teams is part of the M365 suite most people know as Office 365. M365 provides a more secure environment for internal collaboration and communication, but people outside your organization can participate through invitation. .If you would like to learn … Continue reading "Improve Your Tech IQ: Invite an external attendee to your Teams meeting" Read More

Do you know the biggest myth of Cybersecurity?

October 23, 2020 Many of us wish Cybersecurity was a “set it and forget it” task. But unfortunately, the reality is your cybersecurity efforts are never done. The good guys erect barriers that work, then the bad guys find new ways to get in. Unfortunately, both sides practice “kaizen” – continuous improvement, making cybersecurity a journey rather than … Continue reading "Do you know the biggest myth of Cybersecurity?" Read More

Meet a Cybercriminal: Jiang Lizhi

September 23, 2020 Jiang Lizhi, 35, works at a company called Chengdu 404 Network Technology Company Ltd. in the capital city of China’s Sichuan province. He’s the Vice President for the Technical Department of Chengdu 404. Chengdu 404 bills itself as a network security company, with “elite ‘white hat’ hackers” providing defensive measures and data analytics services. According … Continue reading "Meet a Cybercriminal: Jiang Lizhi" Read More

Why ImageQuest recommends Mimecast in addition to M365

August 25, 2020 Most of our customers are on Microsoft’s M365 for email and other applications. The email application, Outlook, comes with a 99.9% uptime guarantee. So why do we encourage them to add Mimecast protection? The real answer is that Outlook provides some security protections – but not enough in today’s environment. Outlook is the number one target … Continue reading "Why ImageQuest recommends Mimecast in addition to M365" Read More

Mozilla: “Like Us on Facebook” buttons aid tracking

August 22, 2020 Ever wondered exactly how Facebook tracks you around the Web? The Mozilla Foundation has at least one answer: the buttons on websites that encourage users to find, like, or follow the organization on Facebook. Mozilla, the Firefox web browser maker, says those buttons contain tracking code that tracks you on the Web – whether you … Continue reading "Mozilla: “Like Us on Facebook” buttons aid tracking" Read More

ImageQuest welcomes Senior Systems Administrator Dennis Peeke

August 19, 2020 Dennis Peeke has joined ImageQuest as a Senior Systems Administrator. A racing fan, Dennis is particularly fond of the McLaren Formula One team from the late 1980s and early 90s. “Everything inside the organization was a well-oiled machine,” he said. “In racing, you tend to see just the driver and the car, but it also … Continue reading "ImageQuest welcomes Senior Systems Administrator Dennis Peeke" Read More