Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are increasingly adopting cloud storage to manage growing data demands. The cloud offers scalable, cost-effective solutions without the need for on-site infrastructure. It provides secure data storage, backup, and easy recovery in case of disasters, ensuring business continuity. Cloud storage enhances collaboration by allowing multiple users to access and edit files remotely.

Determining the right number of cybersecurity professionals for your business depends on various factors, including your organization’s size, complexity, and risk profile. While the 3-to-6 ratio of security professionals to IT staff can serve as a baseline, your needs may vary. Having a CISO at the helm and a robust support system for your cybersecurity staff is essential to maintaining a strong defense against cyber threats.

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Effective patch management is vital for protecting your organization from cyber threats. It involves systematically distributing software updates to fix vulnerabilities, improve security, and enhance functionality. Best practices include taking a system inventory, classifying and prioritizing patches based on risk, establishing a clear patch management policy, testing patches before full deployment, and applying them promptly. iBovi Cybersecurity offers robust patch management solutions to help you maintain security and compliance.

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national initiative started in 2004 to promote online safety. This year’s theme, "See Yourself in Cyber," emphasizes the importance of individual actions in cybersecurity. Led by CISA and the National Cybersecurity Alliance, the month encourages everyone to adopt basic cyber hygiene practices, explore careers in cybersecurity, and collaborate to strengthen defenses. iBovi Cybersecurity joins as a champion, committed to raising awareness and enhancing digital protection.

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Cyber extortion involves attackers threatening or executing cyberattacks to coerce businesses into paying ransoms or fulfilling other demands. Common tactics include ransomware, which locks data until a ransom is paid, and DDoS attacks that overwhelm systems. The impact can be severe, leading to financial loss, reputational damage, and increased recovery costs. Protecting against cyber extortion requires robust cybersecurity measures, employee training, and a comprehensive response plan.

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