Threats, defenses, and practical security guidance for Boston businesses.
Insurers now require MFA, EDR, backups, and more before they will write a policy. What the application really asks, and how to answer yes honestly.
Your Cyber Insurance Application Is Really an IT Audit — Treat It Like One Read More »
Attackers target trade contractors for their customer access and payment flows. Practical BAS and cybersecurity steps for HVAC, mechanical, and electrical shops.
Most Boston small businesses run on Microsoft 365 — email, files, Teams, calendars, everything. What many don’t realize is that a default 365 setup leaves significant security on the table. The licenses you already pay for include powerful protections; they just aren’t all turned on. Here’s a practical guide to locking down 365 without disrupting
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A decade ago, getting cyber insurance meant answering a one-page questionnaire. Today, carriers scrutinize your security controls before they’ll quote you at all — and a single “no” on the application can mean a declined policy, a steep premium, or a denied claim after an incident. Here’s what insurers writing policies for Massachusetts businesses expect
If your business stores the personal information of even one Massachusetts resident — an employee’s Social Security number, a customer’s driver’s license or financial account number — you are subject to 201 CMR 17.00, the Massachusetts data security regulation. It has been on the books since 2010, yet many small businesses have never written the
Cybersecurity attacks are increasing, and small businesses are right in the crosshairs of hackers, cybercriminals, and would-be data thieves. In fact, small businesses are often targeted more often than larger enterprises because of a sad reality: small businesses do not often have the robust security measures in place to prevent an attack. Phishing emails, credential
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With cyber threats growing in complexity and frequency, businesses that fail to prioritize readiness are taking serious risks. For companies in Boston and beyond, evolving threats are pushing IT leaders to rethink how they approach protection, monitoring, and response. Traditional perimeter-based defenses are no longer sufficient. Remote work, cloud adoption, and more sophisticated attackers have
Cybersecurity Readiness: Are You Ahead of 2026 Threats? Read More »
The holiday season brings increased sales opportunities, time off for employees, and a welcome shift in focus for many small businesses. However, these benefits often come with significant security risks. Between distracted staff, lower on-site presence, and increased digital activity, cybercriminals and other bad actors see this time of year as a chance to strike.
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Cybersecurity is now a critical operational focus for small and medium-sized businesses. Criminals are no longer targeting only large enterprises. In fact, many threat actors view SMBs as easier targets because of limited internal resources and weaker safeguards. Incidents like ransomware attacks, phishing campaigns, and unauthorized data access continue to rise in frequency and complexity.
Small Business, Big Threats: 5 Essential Cybersecurity Practices Every SMB Needs Read More »
Why Cybersecurity Must Be a Top Priority This Fall As students return to classrooms, educational institutions face increasing cybersecurity risks. From K-12 districts to higher education campuses, the reliance on digital learning tools, cloud platforms, and connected devices makes schools a growing target for cyberattacks. A new school year presents an opportunity to review existing
Back to School, Not Back to Breaches: Cybersecurity Readiness for Education IT Leaders Read More »
