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Each month, we will provide an overview of major breaches, emerging threats, and critical trends, along with an analysis of how these events could impact your business. We’ll also suggest ways in which you can protect yourself against these types of threats. Our goal is to deliver clear, actionable insights to help you navigate the evolving cybersecurity landscape with confidence and strategic foresight.

Token theft may not be as well-known as ransomware or phishing, but it's just as dangerous—if not more so—because it undermines one of the strongest tools we have for securing digital identities: MFA.

Discover how combining several approaches can create strong defenses against common Email threats. For assistance setting up or managing these email security measures, a professional MSP like Horn IT can offer comprehensive support tailored to your business needs.

Office technology can do wonders for the efficiency of your operations, but it can also be a massive problem if it’s not properly managed, routinely updated or backed up. That’s why a dedicated technician from an MSP like Horn IT is so crucial. You need people who can monitor your entire infrastructure and ensure that your office IT is running optimally, 24/7/365. 

A Security Operations Centre significantly enhances a company's cybersecurity by providing constant monitoring, rapid incident response, proactive threat hunting, and comprehensive compliance management. While establishing an in-house SOC may seem attractive initially, the realities of high costs, staffing complexities, and continuous upkeep make accessing an external Managed SOC service a more practical, efficient, and financially viable choice for most organizations.

Understanding how email breaches occur is critical to maintaining a secure digital presence. While no system is completely foolproof, following best security practices, such as enabling multi-factor authentication, using strong passwords, and being vigilant against phishing attacks can significantly reduce the risk of compromise.

Vendor security vetting is a critical step in protecting your business from cyber threats and compliance risks. Whether you’re assessing a new vendor or preparing to be vetted, having structured security policies and processes in place will help you build trust and maintain strong security postures.

SOC 2 and other industry frameworks provide a structured approach to ensuring third-party vendors uphold security best practices. By implementing strong security controls, continuous monitoring, and incident response planning, you can protect your business, your customers, and your reputation from the ever-growing risks of supply chain attacks.

By recognizing the right time to make a change, preparing thoroughly, and following a structured transition plan, you can switch providers with minimal disruption to your business. The right MSP will enhance your IT security, efficiency, and scalability, setting your business up for long-term success.

A recent webinar featuring Jim Laplante, Co-founder of The Process Pros and Paul Cleary, CEO of Horn IT Solutions, provided key insights into the emerging data privacy landscape and how schools can prepare. Here’s a summary of the key highlights in this webinar with a link to the webinar in its entirety.