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Phishing 2.0: How AI is Amplifying the Danger and What You Can Do
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Phishing has always been a threat. Now, with AI, it's more dangerous than ever. Phishing 2.0 is here. It’s smarter, more convincing, and harder to detect. Understanding this new threat is crucial. A recent study found a 60% increase in AI-driven phishing attacks....
Unified Smart Homes: How Matter is Setting a New Standard
by ftmit | New Technology
Is your smart home turning into a smart mess? Do your smart office devices speak different languages? You're not alone. The current smart home and office technology landscape is riddled with incompatibility issues. This forces you to juggle several apps and deal with...
Digital Defense: Essential Security Practices for Remote Workers
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
The rise of remote work has redefined the modern workplace. Gone are the days of rigid office schedules and commutes. But with this flexibility comes a new set of challenges – cybersecurity threats. Remote work environments often introduce vulnerabilities to your...
AI Data Breaches are Rising! Here’s How to Protect Your Company
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries. It offers businesses innovative solutions and automation capabilities. But with this progress comes a growing concern: AI data breaches. As AI becomes more integrated into our systems, the risks...
7 Important Considerations Before You Buy Smart Home Tech
by ftmit | New Technology
Smart homes seem like something straight out of a sci-fi movie. They have lights that respond to your voice commands and thermostats that auto-adjust. Not to mention robot vacuums that clean your floors while you relax.It's all very tempting. But before you rush out...
Why Continuous Monitoring is a Cybersecurity Must
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Imagine this: you leave your house for vacation. You live in a shady neighborhood but feel confident your locks are secure, but you also don’t checkthem daily. Are they really locked and safe? A tiny crack or hidden weakness could have occurred. It’s a disaster...
A Simple Guide to the Updated NIST 2.0 Cybersecurity Framework
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Staying ahead of threats is a challenge for organizations of all sizes. Reported global security incidents grew between February and March of 2024. They increased by 69.8%. It’s important to use a structured approach to cybersecurity. This helps to protect your...
10 Easy Steps to Building a Culture of Cyber Awareness
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks are a constant threat in today's digital world. Phishing emails, malware downloads, and data breaches. They can cripple businesses and devastate personal lives.Employee error is the reason many threats get introduced to a business network. A lack of...
What Were the Coolest Consumer Products Showcased at CES 2024?
by ftmit | New Technology
The annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES) was an exciting one this year. It left us with a mind-blowing glimpse into the future of technology. CES 2024 showcased a smorgasbord of cutting-edge gadgets. Including transparent TVs and robot pet buddies. These gadgets...
Smart Tips for Building a Smart Home on a Budget
by ftmit | New Technology
Imagine a world where your lights turn on automatically as you walk in the door. Your coffee starts brewing before you even crawl out of bed. A simple voice command adjusts the temperature to your perfect setting.This is no longer just something out of a sci-fi movie....
Guide to Improving Your Company’s Data Management
by ftmit | IT Management
Data is the lifeblood of modern businesses. It fuels insights, drives decision-making, and ultimately shapes your company's success. But in today's information age, data can quickly become overwhelming.Scattered spreadsheets, siloed databases, and inconsistent...
Don’t Risk It! Why You Shouldn’t Skip Vulnerability Assessments
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Cyber threats are a perpetual reality for business owners. Hackers are constantly innovating. They devise new ways to exploit vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks.For businesses of all sizes, a proactive approach to cybersecurity is essential. One of the...
7 Common Pitfalls When Adopting Zero Trust Security
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Zero Trust security is rapidly transforming the cybersecurity landscape. It moves away from traditional perimeter-based security models. In this approach, every connection attempt is continuously verified before granting resource access.56% of global organizations say...
How to Properly Deploy IoT on a Business Network
by ftmit | IT Management
The Internet of Things (IoT) is no longer a futuristic concept. It's rapidly transforming industries and reshaping how businesses operate. IoT is a blanket term to describe smart devices that are internet enabled. One example is smart sensors monitoring production...
Here Are 5 Data Security Trends to Prepare for in 2024
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
With cyber threats evolving at an alarming pace, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. It’s a must for safeguarding sensitive information. Data security threats are becoming more sophisticated and prevalent. The landscape must change to keep up. In 2024, we can...
Google & Yahoo’s New DMARC Policy Shows Why Businesses Need Email Authentication… Now
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Have you been hearing more about email authentication lately? There is a reason for that. It’s the prevalence of phishing as a major security threat. Phishing continues as the main cause of data breaches and security incidents. This has been the case for many years.A...
Beware of Deepfakes! Learn How to Spot the Different Types
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Have you ever seen a video of your favorite celebrity saying something outrageous? Then later, you find out it was completely fabricated? Or perhaps you've received an urgent email seemingly from your boss. But something felt off.Welcome to the world of deepfakes....
10 Most Common Smart Home Issues (and How to Fix Them)
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
Back when you were a kid, living in a “smart home” probably sounded futuristic. Something out of Back to the Future II or The Jetsons. Well, we don’t yet have flying cars, but we do have video telephones as well as smart refrigerators and voice-activated lights.But...
Eye-opening Insights from the 2023 Annual Cybersecurity Attitudes and Behaviors Report
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
We are living in an era dominated by digital connectivity. You can't overstate the importance of cybersecurity. As technology advances, so do the threats that lurk in the online world.Often, it’s our own actions that leave us most at risk of a cyberattack or online...
Be Careful When Scanning QR Codes – There’s a New Scam Going Around!
by ftmit | Cybersecurity
QR codes are everywhere these days. You can find them on restaurant menus, flyers, and posters. They’re used both offline and online. QR codes are convenient and easy to use. You just scan them with your smartphone camera. You’re then directed to a link, a coupon, a...
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