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https://www.ipmcomputers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cybersecurity-holidays-1.jpg Cybercrime rates increase considerably during the holiday season. It is estimated that these rates rise by an average of 2.6 percent during the season. The increase in crime can be attributed to various reasons, but IT experts believe cybercriminals use the holidays to access more victims and higher profits. Here we will discuss why cybercrime rates have increased during this time. 1. An Increase in Online Shopping Online shopping has seen a major surge in popularity over the past few years and continues to be a leading e-commerce trend. Providing outstanding customer service is essential for businesses to thrive in this digital age. Unfortunately, criminals also recognize the value of top-notch products and services, making businesses a prime target for attack. With an expansive range of items available on their websites, companies are especially vulnerable during peak seasons such as holiday per...

https://www.ipmcomputers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Copy-of-BSN-Black-Friday-1-1024x597.png Quick! Get to the store for that forgotten gift…order online and pay for overnight shipping…whatever it takes to get the gift in hand for the holiday ahead! We know the holidays are coming, but inevitably we are scrambling to get some things done at the last minute. And where there’s an opportunity, there’s a scam. As we scramble, scammers are on the prowl to find us. We’re in a rush, preoccupied with a dozen things on our minds and our guard is down. The perfect target to take advantage of. We’ve discussed the holiday scams that are prevalent, but this increases as the date of gatherings and celebrations draw near. Keep your guard up, your wits about you, and don’t click take that call without caution. Stay Focused The next week or so may include gatherings where you need a gift for someone you didn’t expect to see. Budget and logic can go out of the window when you’re in need of ...

https://www.ipmcomputers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/BSN-AI-1024x597.png Artificial Intelligence (AI) is gaining popularity among everyday consumers like so many technologies, through social media. Just take a quick look in your newsfeed and you’re likely to see your friends in otherworldly scenarios they’ve created with Magic Avatars from Lensa . With over 4 million downloads in the first part of December, it’s clearly a hit. But is it safe? With any app, you should read the privacy policy and terms of use before downloading, especially when it involves your biometric data. But users should be aware, the risks don’t stop there. Additional information is likely being captured, as it might be with any app or program. This might include location and device information among other things. Many Sides of AI AI is more than avatars. There can be benefits that originate in medicine, decision-making, research, and a whole range of other topics. Removing the risk of human error in cyb...

https://www.ipmcomputers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/BSN-Holiday-Scams-1024x597.png End of year wrap-up has many of us in a hurry. We rush to get our businesses buttoned up, our shopping done, and our tasks completed so that we can enjoy the time off. Along with our tendency to rush, is the feeling of merriment and goodwill, and we may assume everyone else is operating from the same place or intent. That may be nice, but don’t be fooled by cybercriminals waiting to take advantage of your own good intentions. Let’s discuss a few of the more common scams that can be prevalent during the holiday season. Charities Being charitable is nice, but criminals know how to appeal to your emotions, and they do it well. Fake companies that seem very similar to familiar and legitimate companies are an easy way to scam you out of money. If you want to be charitable, go to the official website of the fund that you are interested in supporting. From there, you’ll be able to donate safely. Pa...

https://www.ipmcomputers.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/BSN-Phishing-1024x597.png You are familiar with phishing. You’ve taught your clients and colleagues to be on alert for fraudulent emails. But are you changing your approach to education and training to match the sophistication of cybercriminals and their tactics? Smart Phishing Teaching effectively doesn’t necessarily mean endless bits of content and methodologies. It means that each lesson and tool should have an impact on users. People learn differently. Some individuals absorb information visually and others retain information by doing . Breach Secure Now offers training tools that are varied to address the different ways that we all learn. Let Us Count the Ways Ongoing training that includes video modules, graphics that provide visual reminders on social media or in print, and integrated phishing tools are all part of our approach. Our phishing platform allows MSPs to provide randomized scenarios to be sent out to...