Attend IT Blog

Attend IT Limited has been serving the Brentford area since 2003, providing IT Support such as technical helpdesk support, computer support, and consulting to small and medium-sized businesses.

Common Misconceptions Concerning Business Cybersecurity

Common Misconceptions Concerning Business Cybersecurity

Today, we want to talk about something that not a lot of businesses would want to think about. What would happen to your organization if it were to suddenly experience a hacking attack? While security solutions can go a long way toward protecting your organization, you still want to make sure that you’re not relying solely on your security tools for protection. Rather, you should always stay vigilant, even if you don’t think something could go wrong.


Don’t Get Complacent
When you’re protected behind enterprise-level security solutions, it’s easy to think that nothing can harm your business or its data. After all, if you have a Unified Threat Management tool actively monitoring your organization’s network infrastructure, surely nothing could go wrong… right? The unfortunate truth of this matter is that threats will still find ways into your organization’s infrastructure, regardless of how proactive you are about its security. Viruses and malware created by hackers are constantly evolving to wrestle control of your business’s technology from you, so it’s your responsibility to make sure that your solutions are capable of adapting to trends in security.

For an example, let’s take a look at threats like trojans or spyware. They will often plant themselves in your infrastructure so as not to be detected. The primary function of these threats is often to steal data or create a window for remote access, so they will be designed to avoid detection from security solutions. The only way to ensure that these threats don’t infiltrate your network and lay low, hidden somewhere, is to monitor access in real time--something that’s often better handled by trained security professionals than an automatic solution.

What Happens If Your Security Fails?
Let’s face it; nobody expects their security to fail, especially when you go the extra mile to implement powerful enterprise-level solutions. While automatic security measures are enough to protect against minor threats, customized attacks directed right at your business will most likely be able to find a way around them. Plus, keep in mind that you and your IT administrators are not the only ones who will be dealing with cybersecurity threats. Your employees will be, too. Hackers know that the weakest link for many organizations is their staff.

A classic example of this is what your employees would do if they received an email that looks a little out of place. Does the employee know how to identify spam messages? If not, they may accidentally click on a link to “claim their prize,” where they will fill out a form and hand over all of the information a hacker needs to steal their identity. Furthermore, they could accidentally hand over sensitive information. This is why it’s crucial that your business trains employees on how to identify all kinds of threats, including phishing scams, CEO fraud, and spam in general.

Network Security is Part of Business Continuity
The only way to guarantee that your business can continue functioning in the wake of a cyber breach is to ensure that your business continuity plan includes hacking attacks. How can you recover if an unexpected hacking attack exposes sensitive data, or causes you to lose it entirely? Attend IT Limited can help you with our Backup and Disaster Recovery solution (BDR). If your data is stolen or rendered useless following a hack, restoring it with BDR is a simple fix. However, you still need to consider the ramifications of a data breach, including compliance laws for your particular industry. To find out if your organization can withstand a data breach, reach out to us at 020 8626 4485.

0 Comment
Continue reading

Firewalls and Web Filtering, Why Your Business Needs Both

b2ap3_thumbnail_filtering_web_400.jpgOne of the biggest benefits to the modern business is the scope and breadth of the Internet that connects them with potential and current clients and allows them to communicate their goods and services. This scope and breadth are also one of its biggest pitfalls, as there is plenty of room for the multitude of threats and other potential issues to reside as they menace businesses everywhere.

0 Comment
Continue reading

What a Firewall Does and Doesn’t Do, and Why it Matters for Your Business

b2ap3_thumbnail_protect_your_busienss_network_400.jpgSo you keep hearing about the need for a firewall, but maybe you’re not exactly sure what it is or even what it does. No worries. As a business owner, you don’t need to fully grasp the complexities of network security in order to effectively manage your company. Although, it is beneficial for every business owner to understand the basics of what a firewall is, along with a working knowledge of how it protects an organization’s IT infrastructure.

0 Comment
Continue reading

Mobile? Grab this Article!

Qr Code

Tag Cloud

Technology Security Business Computing Productivity Network Security Cloud Best Practices Tip of the Week Business Managed IT Services Data Data Backup Data Recovery Hackers IT Services IT Support Innovation communications Hosted Solutions Disaster Recovery Software Backup Privacy VoIP Cybersecurity Malware Mobile Devices Small Business Efficiency Internet Saving Money Email Business Continuity Computer Cloud Computing Phishing Collaboration Hardware Business Management Outsourced IT Microsoft BDR Automation Information Technology User Tips Ransomware Productivity Smartphones IT Support Compliance Internet of Things Users Workplace Tips Workplace Strategy Quick Tips Smartphone Server Artificial Intelligence Communication Upgrade Risk Management Wi-Fi Mobile Device Management Network Managed IT Mobility Managed IT services Budget Training Spam Meetings Employee-Employer Relationship Covid-19 Gadgets Passwords BYOD Managed Service Provider Google Save Money Wireless Password Mobile Device Networking Human Resources Remote Avoiding Downtime Document Management Android Printing Information Windows 7 Remote Workers Social Media Microsoft Office VPN Remote Computing Chrome History Hosted Solution Router Instant Messaging Firewall Content Filtering Computers Data Management Cost Management Windows 10 Project Management MSP Monitoring Managed Service Virtual Private Network Help Desk Time Management Remote Work Video Conferencing Laptop Marketing Recovery Telephone Systems Government End of Support Hacker Personal Information Hard Drives Solid State Drive Current Events Encryption Battery Automobile Telephony Big Data Two-factor Authentication Audit Office Employer-Employee Relationship Value Saving Time Data Breach Data Storage Data Security Mobile Software as a Service Conferencing Redundancy Maintenance Devices Tech Term Proactive Computing Wireless Internet Hybrid Cloud Business Technology Printers IT Service Machine Learning Paperless Office Backup and Disaster Recovery Voice over Internet Protocol Mobile Office Manufacturing Customer Relationship Management AI Printer Managed Services Mobile Computing Proactive IT Social Engineering Transportation Going Green Browser Applications Private Cloud Operating System iPhone Health Windows Money Facebook Administration Colocation Windows 10 Advertising PDF Apps Legal Wireless Technology Flexibility Update Cybercrime Black Market Virtualization Shadow IT Disaster Education Application Save Time Work/Life Balance Office 365 Antivirus Holiday Entertainment HIPAA Phone System Analytics Electronic Medical Records Cleaning Hacking Smart Technology Vendor Management Samsung Company Culture App SaaS Upgrades Vulnerability The Internet of Things Dark Web Nanotechnology OneNote Business Intelligence Managed IT Service Data Protection Commerce Regulation Professional Services Travel Word Apple User Error Data Loss File Sharing Storage Lifestyle Evernote Workers Spyware intranet Blockchain IoT Analysis Chromebook Smart Tech Connectivity Streaming Media Content Filter Management Financial Technology Gamification Students Unified Communications Remote Monitoring Wasting Money Amazon Virtual Assistant Alexa for Business WPA3 File Storage Bandwidth Vendor Telephone Utility Computing Payroll SMB Downtime E-Commerce Payment Cards Break/Fix e-waste Employees Smartwatch Development Azure Active Directory Windows Server Cybersecurty Window 10 Online Storage Fiber Optics Windows Server 2008 Copiers Voiceover Internet Protocol Business Telephone Computer Repair Troubleshooting CRM Workstations Outsource IT PCI DSS Regulations Compliance Cost Remote Working Leadership Bitcoin Finance Infrastructure Videoconferencing Streaming Customer Service Copier Authentication Hiring/Firing RMM Windows 11 Cabling Going Paperless Inventory Management Employer/Employee Relationships Outsourcing How To Microsoft Outlook Files Regulations Paperless Solutions Microsoft 365 Strategy Consulting Decision Making Ergonomics Signage Customer Experience Robot Google Drive Miscellaneous Alert Law Enforcement Reputation Social Relocation Search Internet Exlporer Text Messaging Office Tips HaaS Video Games Scalability Humor How To Best Practice USB Virtual Reality Managing Stress Point of Sale Identity Theft Worker Commute Politics Experience Music Books Safety Emergency Worker Scam Computer Accessories Charger Computer Care Unsupported Software Television Business Strategy WiFi Unified Threat Management Consultant Touchscreen Emails Webinar IT solutions Windows 10s Hard Disk Drive iOS Computer Fan Root Cause Analysis Augmented Reality CrashOverride Settings Screen Mirroring Cast HBO IT Management IT Solutions WIndows Server 2008 Patch Management Outlook Shortcut Excel Sync Adobe Licensing Tablets NFL Windows Ink Google Maps Google Docs Microsoft Excel Sports Cortana Legislation Comparison Specifications Sales Retail Gifts Credit Cards FAQ Wireless Charging WannaCry Updates Microsoft Word eWaste Device Security Tech Support Fraud Edge Ciminal IT budget Identities Language Virus Websites Data Theft App store Mobile Security Identity Data Privacy Hard Drive Google Assistant Twitter Computer Forensics Gmail PowerPoint Memory Financial Bring Your Own Device Testing Camera Projects Display Co-Managed Services Hyperlink Wasting Time Accessory Peripheral Access Control Admin Keyboard Shortcuts Security Cameras Employee 5G Medical IT YouTube OneDrive Sabotage PC Server Maintenance Investment ROI Windows Server 2008 R2 Micrsosoft Digital Signage Processor Benchmarks Myths Threats Scams Managed Services Provider Facebook Privacy eCommerce Holidays Inventory Communitications Hosted Desktop Smart Devices Keyboard Net Neutrality Internet Service Provider Workstation Telework Audits Solutions Policy Procedure Organization Innovations Reviews Biometrics Computer Tips Work Windows 8.1 Voice Supply Chain Environment Workplace Strategies Print Management Healthcare SSD Remote Management Telephone System Print Database 2FA Virtual Desktop Proactive Management eSignature Cyberattack Cameras Digital Cameras Mixed Reality Displays