Cybercrime Prevention

The Hidden Costs of Cyberattacks on Small Businesses

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News of data breaches and cyberattacks against large corporations seems to make headlines every week. It’s easy for small business owners to think those stories don’t apply to them, but that assumption can leave them vulnerable. Attackers today use automated tools that scan the internet for potential weak spots. Any business that relies on technology, … Read more

UK’s Bold Ransomware Crackdown: Incident Reporting Boosted, Criminal Payments Curbed

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The UK government has introduced proposals to increase ransomware incident reporting and reduce payments to cyber criminals. The measures are rooted in the principle that ransom payments fuel the crime by making it more lucrative. Much like negotiating with terrorists, paying ransoms risks emboldening criminals and increasing the likelihood of future attacks while failing to … Read more

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