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The Vulnerabilities of Modern Physical Security Systems
The advent of physical security devices that connect to the Internet of Things (IoT) has been a boon for hackers who see them as an expansion of the attack surface and an abundance of vectors. This could be a problem for business owners who equip their offices with devices such as IP cameras, smart lighting…
Read MoreEndpoint Detection Response- AV, EDR, MDR?
What is Managed Detection and Response? To answer this we have to start with endpoints. Endpoints are the ends of networks where users begin interacting with their devices. These devices include the likes of laptops, smartphones, computers, servers, and workstations. These devices serve as doors to the outside world on the other end. It is a passage…
Read MoreWhy Are Small Businesses More Vulnerable to Data Breaches and Loss?
With frequent and continuous changes to technology, new threats arise. Therefore, highly trained technicians must maintain a simple network of three to five people to keep threats at bay. But hiring such a technician can be costly and may not be feasible for small businesses. As a result, the network becomes ill-maintained and unstable. This…
Read MoreManaging Your Online Reputation Proactively
Now that you understand the problem and are conscious about managing your online business reputation properly, it is time to consider the quality of your products and services, and what you need to deliver to your customers. Treating your employees and workers with respect and dignity as well as respecting your customers are the biggest…
Read MoreYour Online Reputation: Taking Control
Online reputation can directly influence the overall growth of your business. You can manage it effectively and reach new heights if you understand how and where the internet starts contributing to the public perception of your company. There are three different areas where the internet starts directly influencing an image of a company. Search engines,…
Read MorePassword Grooming: Keeping Your Record Clean
Passwords are an indisputably important part of the modern digital age. But passwords aren’t something we can create and then forget about. In fact, our own lifestyle, fashion, and grooming habits have a lot in common with a solid password maintenance policy. SynchroNet highlights four points where we can see these two shared areas converge.…
Read MoreBusiness Continuity, Data Protection, and Disaster Recovery by SynchroNet
The COVID-19 pandemic of 2020 and 2021 added a new dimension of importance to business continuity planning. Companies that had implemented solid data backup and disaster recovery plans found it easier to comply with social distancing restrictions because they were better positioned to migrate to work-from-home (WFH) operations, and this was made possible by remotely…
Read MoreProtection From Violations of the New York Shield Act
Under the New York Shield Act, your business may face severe fines that could quickly bury your company in debt. Can you afford fines that reach up to $250,000 for each violation? Most businesses don’t have the cash in their account to cover costs like this. You don’t have to pay ridiculous fines, however, because…
Read MoreComplying with the New York Shield Act
New York Shield Act-Crash Course You are responsible for making sure that people’s personal information is kept secure. The SHIELD Act, which was signed into place by the NY governor, requires that all businesses take the necessary safety precautions to keep information secure. Every business in Buffalo and other places in NY need to the do…
Read MoreIs My Business Exempt From The New York Shield Act?
The NY Shield ACT-No Exceptions Cybersecurity is a major issue with both small businesses and large businesses. That is why many states are doing things in order to help businesses safe. The governor of New York recently signed the Stop Hacks And Improve Data Security Act, which is also known as the SHIELD Act. This…
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