Socium Solutions: April 2023

What’s your cyber risk?

How recently have you evaluated your company’s cyber risk? If you are already working with third-party cybersecurity professionals (like us), they have you covered. Staying well-informed about the current risks in the cybersecurity field, as well as staying ahead of the curve when it comes to prioritizing your company’s safety, is key when it comes to dealing with cyber criminals.

• Discover the five secrets that cybersecurity professionals and hackers alike know, and read about why they are essential to safeguarding your digital information in this article .
• A recent ransomware attack on Ferrari not only impacted the luxury car manufacturer’s operations but also resulted in the exposure of sensitive customer data. Read more about it in this piece .
• Interested in knowing what the increasing focus of credit ratings on cybersecurity means for businesses and consumers in the digital age? Check out this piece discussing the shift and its implications.

Read our latest blogs to enhance your knowledge of cybersecurity.

Malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks are just some of the dangers that companies must be aware of and work to prevent. If you think these threats don’t apply to you, they do. Cybercriminals don’t discriminate; they will attack any size company to get what they want.

Click here to read more.

Cybersecurity is no longer optional. It is, in fact, a necessary element for businesses of all sizes. The threat landscape has evolved to where no company (or individual) is safe from cybercrime. By incorporating cybersecurity in the business process, companies are ahead of the curve and are better prepared in the face of cyber-attacks.

Click here to read more.

There are small things you can do routinely to help decrease your risk of cyberattacks. Our cybersecurity experts have compiled a few tips below. Check back each month for more!

1. Use unique passwords that don’t contain personal data. As an added bonus, try not to use easily guessed patterns or sequences.
2. Thoroughly review any website or platform before inputting personal data. Make sure the platform is legitimate and verify that the site information matches your expectations. In addition, only navigate to platforms through legitimate methods to ensure that you are not being led to a fraudulent site.
3. Keep all software up-to-date. Software updates frequently include patches for possible holes in security features. Old software is also easier for cybercriminals to use to gain access to your data.

These tips are crucial for both personal and business cybersecurity. They not only protect your personal data, but they decrease the likelihood of cyberattacks. Learn more about cybersecurity and your business on our website .

Have you been following along with our LinkedIn posts? We've gathered a few of our favorites below.

World's best bar-b-que? Sign us up! Jeff Baker, Chief Information Officer & SVP-Operations of Socium Solutions, shared a great photo from his trip to this year’s world’s championship bar-b-que contest!

“I had the pleasure of attending this year's world's championship bar-b-que contest -- It was an incredible day full of tasty eats. Congratulations to all the winners and special thanks to our partner, Matrix Resources, for the invitation!”

Read more

Have you ever felt "too small" to be affected by a cyber incident? According to a new cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks report, small businesses are three times more likely to fall victim to cyberattacks. This is mainly due to the lack of resources and knowledge regarding prevention measures.

If you need help assessing your cyber security risk or plugging the holes in your current cyber security systems, a cybersecurity expert can guide you in the right direction and help you come up with a plan.

Read more

We celebrated Women’s History Month in March. It’s important to highlight women who are, and have been making strides throughout the industry.

Click here to read more about influential female pioneers in the industry.

Click here to read about current female leaders in the industry.