DMARC – another simple step to protect Your Business in a Digital World

DMARC – another simple step to protect Your Business in a Digital World

It doesn't need to be complicated to better protect your business from cyber attack. Recent analysis completed by Connect Consultants shows that businesses still aren't adopting simple, and free security controls. 27% of the top websites in the world are missing DMARC configurations.  Over double of SMEs - 56% - haven't adopted the control. DMARC, which stands for Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance, is an email authentication and validation protocol that provides a framework for businesses to protect their email communication and enhance email security.  There are several compelling reasons why businesses should use DMARC:   Why should you?   Prevents email spoofing: DMARC helps in preventing email spoofing and phishing attacks, where malicious actors impersonate a legitimate sender's domain. Improved Deliverability: DMARC helps improve email deliverability by reducing…
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Tailored Solutions: Unleashing the Power of Customized Web Applications

Tailored Solutions: Unleashing the Power of Customized Web Applications

As your business evolves, so should the technology to support it. We've supported a large number of companies transition from a model of using paper, or spreadsheet based systems to your own business application. When do you move? Spreadsheets becoming slow and harder to customise?Spreadsheets are a great start to organising your business data, but they have limitiations and can actually slow your business down in the long run. Waiting for colleagues to get out of a spreadsheet so you can add your edits?Moving to a web first business application means it's built for multiple users to access from the start. Business continuity - how would your business function if your current solution failed?Web based business applications offer high availbilty and restore points to keep you working in the event of…
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Secure, Safe, and Smart: A Cyber Checklist for Savvy SMEs

Secure, Safe, and Smart: A Cyber Checklist for Savvy SMEs

Before you reach out to companies like ourselves, there's a lot you can do to improve your cyber posture. A lot this is basic hygiene and also makes life harder for attackers. Install and update anti-virus and anti-malware software on all devices. Keep all software up to date with the latest security patches. Set up firewalls to protect your network and data. Use strong passwords and enable multi-factor authentication on all accounts. Regularly backup all critical data and test the backups to ensure they work. Use secure file sharing and storage solutions to protect sensitive data. Implement access controls and permissions to limit access to sensitive data. Train employees on how to recognize and avoid phishing scams and other social engineering attacks. Limit employee access to only the data and…
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