Security tips for working from home (WFH)
Staying secure while working from home Over the last decade, remote work and working from home has grown in popularity for many professionals. However, the Covid-19 pandemic and resulting lockdown in many parts of the world have forced a large number of employees into unfamiliar territory—not just remote work, but full-time working from home (WFH).…
Avoid Phishing traps
Phishing is an attack designed to trick end-users into giving away confidential information, typically by sending an email posing as a legitimate organization (like a financial institution) and linking to a website disguised as one associated with that institution. Spear phishing is a more sophisticated version of phishing that takes these attacks to…
Is a Bring Your Own Device Policy Right for Your Business in 2018?
At Somerset, we’re in the business of making sure you’re prepared for what the changing technology environment may bring your way. One of the biggest trends is having a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy. These policies allow employees to use their own laptops, tablets and smartphones for work, accessing shared files through the…
Why you should consider Multi-Factor Authentication
Cybersecurity is vital as hackers try to exploit small-to-medium sized businesses. Your accounts need an extra layer of protection so that your data does not fall into the wrong hands. This is where multi-factor authentication can be beneficial. Multi-factor authentication requires two or more pieces of evidence before a user is granted access to a…