Tag Archives: IT Security Nashville

‘MFA Fatigue’ is a new type of cyberattack

September 26, 2022 We have a new term for you: MFA Fatigue. While you may feel you are tired of the additional efforts required by multifactor authentication to log in to something, that is not the MFA fatigue of which we speak. This MFA Fatigue is a new type of cyberattack. When a hacker gains a password on … Continue reading "‘MFA Fatigue’ is a new type of cyberattack" Read More

ImageQuest recommends companies ban the use of TikTok app

September 9, 2022 ImageQuest recommends that our clients and other organizations ban the use of TikTok on company devices. We strongly recommend not creating a company account. China-based ByteDance owns TikTok, and we’ve seen numerous reports that the app appears problematic from a security and privacy perspective. For example: We encourage you to learn more by searching for … Continue reading "ImageQuest recommends companies ban the use of TikTok app" Read More

ImageQuest promotes Mason Funderburg to Security Operations Engineer

August 9, 2022 Mason Funderburg, Lead Client Support Specialist for ImageQuest, has been promoted to Security Operations Engineer. Mason joins ImageQuest’s Security Operations team led by SecOps Architect Damian King. Mason started with ImageQuest in 2020 as an IT Support Specialist II, then was promoted to Field Tech 10 months later. Seven months ago, he was named Lead … Continue reading "ImageQuest promotes Mason Funderburg to Security Operations Engineer" Read More

What is the difference between Compliance and Security in IT?

July 29, 2022 What is the difference between compliance and security in technology?  Is there a difference? Yes, there is a difference. While cybersecurity and IT compliance have elements in common, they are still different protocols. Consider the definitions: Cybersecurity is implementing and managing security controls to protect an organization and its assets. Compliance is implementing and managing … Continue reading "What is the difference between Compliance and Security in IT?" Read More

ImageQuest promotes Mason Funderburg to Client Support Team Lead

February 21, 2022 ImageQuest has promoted Mason Funderburg to Client Support Team Lead, effective today. The promotion reflects Mason “consistently going above and beyond for our clients and our team,” said Alyssia Syphers, Client Support Manager. “Mason is a natural leader. He is analytical, looks for process improvement, and is always willing to help wherever we need help.” … Continue reading "ImageQuest promotes Mason Funderburg to Client Support Team Lead" Read More

Mac Users: Install latest software updates ASAP

January 17, 2022 Less than a week after pushing out a major update, Apple sent out another software update – and Mac users should install it right away. The new updates fix bugs in the new iOS software – including one that could allow criminals to take over your device.  Security experts recommend you install these patches as … Continue reading "Mac Users: Install latest software updates ASAP" Read More

Our IT New Year’s resolutions: Worry less about ransomware, phishing

January 5, 2022 Here’s a New Year’s resolution for you: Worry less about ransomware. Ha! you say, impossible! Well, not if you take certain steps. And if your internal IT team is stretched thin (hello, log4j) some steps might have been missed. We have a checklist to help you achieve this New Year’s resolution – and for another … Continue reading "Our IT New Year’s resolutions: Worry less about ransomware, phishing" Read More

CISA recommends establishing secure Web browsing

December 9, 2021 Have you heard of the term “malvertising”? As the “mal” in the name suggests, it’s another problem to be wary of online. The U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) defines it as “the use of malicious or hijacked website advertisements to spread malware. … It bypasses built-in browser protections against pop-ups and forced redirects … Continue reading "CISA recommends establishing secure Web browsing" Read More

Federal government cracking down on contractors with poor cybersecurity

October 22, 2021 Do you do business with the government?If you or your firm are a government contractor and suffer a security incident or misrepresent your cybersecurity practices, heads up. The U.S. Department of Justice could sue you. The DOJ recently said it would leverage the existing False Claims Act (FCA) to pursue cybersecurity-related fraud by government contractors … Continue reading "Federal government cracking down on contractors with poor cybersecurity" Read More

Cybersecurity Month: Protect yourself with these measures

October 5, 2021 The world has grown pretty scary in recent years. Hackers steal personal information, money, and intellectual property almost on a daily basis. They’re like zombies – relentless and endless. You have a choice – try to hide, which is impossible in our connected world – OR fight back. We say: Fight back. There are key … Continue reading "Cybersecurity Month: Protect yourself with these measures" Read More

Cyber insurance: Best of luck if you haven’t deployed these measures

September 6, 2021 Cyber insurance may be harder to obtain. Cyber insurers now require their customers to have specific cybersecurity measures in place – or face non-renewal of their policies as of the first of September. The cyber insurance market continues to harden from a seemingly endless number of claims due to cybersecurity attacks. While some insurers are … Continue reading "Cyber insurance: Best of luck if you haven’t deployed these measures" 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