Cybersecurity tips and best practices to protect your business.
An estimated 69% of Canadian small businesses don't consider cybersecurity a financial priority, and only 20% intend to purchase a cyber insurance policy. If you suspect your business has experienced a cyber-attack or data breach, taking immediate action is critical to minimize the damage.
Looking to enhance your business’s cybersecurity defences? Purchasing a virtual private network (VPN) to encrypt your online traffic and conceal your location may be worthwhile. See our list of VPN providers to consider.
Fraud is a significant financial risk to organizations of all sizes and industries. First-party fraud can be difficult to detect among the many types of fraud. Here’s how you can safeguard your business from it.
Businesses utilizing point-of-sale (POS) terminals and software for financial transactions are susceptible to fraudulent activity. See our tips for preventing POS fraud and get an overview of the types of insurance that can cover your losses if it happens to your company.
Every retailer selling online or online sellers using third-party marketplaces risks falling prey to fraud and cybercrime. During the busiest shopping season of the year, here are common scams to be wary of and the steps to take to protect your business.
A majority of Canadians (88%) say they've experienced an increase in attempts to defraud them, and 63% of business owners admit their cybersecurity budget is less than 10% of their IT budgets. Small business owners should take action as more sophisticated threats emerge. Here’s how cyber liability insurance can help.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Canada. Ransomware attacks are among the most common cybersecurity incidents Canadian small businesses face, but there are many others. Here are ways you can fight back.
Many small business owners may not be aware of the likelihood of falling prey to a cybercriminal, thinking they’re too small for a crook to target. That’s not true. Follow our steps for creating an inexpensive cybersecurity strategy to protect your business.
Data shows the passwords we use today are among the weakest links in cybersecurity defence. Passkeys are poised to replace passwords. Get details on what they are and how they can help make your small business more secure.
Small businesses and startups are not immune to cyber-attacks. Get a rundown of some of the most common cyber-attacks that hit companies of all sizes and how cyber liability insurance can help a business recover from one.