Think your online business is too small to be targeted by cyber threats like malware, ransomware, and bad actor attacks? Think again. Cyber threats to online businesses are real – regardless of business size. They strike when you least expect it, and when they can do the most damage. And while having a plan in place…Click to read more >
Hacked? Regaining Access to Your Social Accounts
That sinking feeling, that moment of pure panic when you realize you’ve been hacked – maybe you’ve experienced it. I don’t know anyone who hasn’t at least worried about what they’d do if that moment presented itself. I certainly have. Having our personal social accounts hacked is devastating – it feels like (and it is)…Click to read more >
Important Changes to Google and Yahoo Email Sender Requirements – Are You Ready?
Some big changes are coming to the email sender requirements for Google and Yahoo. If you use an email service provider, they have likely sent you a notice about the changes, and what it means for your business. They are taking it seriously – and so should we. What’s happening and why? Both Google…Click to read more >
Website Security for Online Retailers
Do you know that sinking feeling, that racing of the heart, the panic you feel when you realize that your online store has been hacked or gone down? If not – it might only be a matter of time before you do. Website security for online retailers is a critical issue. One that can’t be…Click to read more >
Google Announces Next Stage in HTTPS Warnings
Google announced October 2017 they are requiring websites to obtain an SSL certificate on HTTP websites or risk your website labeled as “Not Secure” or potentially listed as unsafe or deceptive. Those who updated their website with an SSL now have the green secure lock in the web address bar, reassuring users that the website…Click to read more >
Reminder: Google Security for HTTP Websites
Google is buckling down on internet security and pushing to move website owners toward a more secure online presence. With the upcoming release of Chrome version 62, Google will begin labeling websites with a red “Not Secure” warning in the address bar for all HTTP websites without an SSL, or secure sockets layer, beginning Oct.…Click to read more >
5 Lessons Every Business Can Learn From The Target Breach
By Jim Maloney, Chief Information Security Officer, Mercury Payment Systems With credit card data security such a hot topic these days, now is a good time to make sure your systems are protected. For retailers, there are few things more threatening than a security breach. Knowing that large retailers with sophisticated security controls, like Target,…Click to read more >