Home Internet Security – Mega Guide
staging2020-04-07T16:44:13+10:00In 2020 everything changed with the way we work. One of the biggest, unexpected, challenges of 2020 is without doubt working from home. From massive increases in video >>
Microsoft Office 365 backup is a service that must be turned on
nikd2020-04-02T14:54:10+11:00Everything in the world of backup was going just fine before the Cloud came along. Server rooms used to look the same: Racks with servers slotted in. The beauty >>
Multi Factor Authentication blocks 99% of account hacks
nikd2020-04-01T16:01:00+11:00Multi factor authentication blocks 99% of account hacks? That's a big call and it was made by Microsoft who see over 300 million fraudulent sign-in attempts every day. Cyber >>
The most commonly used password in 2020 is…
nikd2020-03-25T15:12:51+11:00Passwords really are just a nuisance - for you and Cybersecurity professionals. We've written about plenty of security-related topics in this blog and nothing makes people's eyes roll more >>
7-steps towards Zero Trust
nikd2020-03-25T15:28:40+11:00If you're not across Zero Trust, then first read our introduction here. It's actually a relatively old Cybersecurity concept that is gaining mainstream legs on now in 2020. Here's >>
Zero Trust Cyber Security – the gold standard to keep you safe
nikd2020-01-16T13:25:39+11:00Stopping an attacker bursting through the network perimeter is the "traditional" focus of organisations. The inside of the network is viewed as safe and users are given broad access to >>
4 tips for a rock solid disaster recovery plan
staging2019-12-07T14:52:15+11:00First things first: Disaster Recovery (DR) is not backup. What is backup? Backing up is simply taking a copy of your data and storing it. Backup has a number of >>
APRA says that financial institutions are making basic cyber security errors
nikd2020-03-25T15:25:19+11:00Basic 'cyber hygiene' is an ongoing area of concern in the financial services sector. Since issuing their latest Cyber Security guidelines in July 2019, the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority >>
12 days of Hackmas
nikd2019-11-29T10:58:08+11:00schadenfreude n.Pleasure derived from the misfortunes of others. n.Malicious enjoyment derived from observing someone else's misfortune. n.delight in another person's misfortune Welcome to the 12 days of Hackmas where we go through 12 >>
Disney+ breach highlights why using the same password is a bad idea
nikd2019-11-20T16:44:32+11:00Disney+ is the newest entry into the online streaming market, offering a wide range of old and new Disney content. Day 1 didn't go so well with the service unable >>
Meet the Aussie business that lost $2M by failing in 3 simple areas
nikd2019-11-18T13:00:24+11:00It's the worst nightmare of any business owner (or computer user for that matter). You log onto your computer, expecting it to work just the same as it always has, >>
Should you cover your webcam just like Mark Zuckerberg does?
nikd2019-11-12T04:05:54+11:00Yep. You absolutely should. And stuff chewing gum into your laptop microphone. There are cameras and lenses everywhere. On the side of buildings, in your phone and in your laptop. >>
Can your smart TV really be hacked?
nikd2019-11-05T03:22:42+11:00It's hard to fathom what really makes a TV smart, but the marketing geniuses at just about every manufacturer seem to think that a "Smart TV" is a TV that >>
Why are all the scammers from Nigeria?
nikd2019-11-01T07:00:56+11:00Keen followers of my articles will recall a previous article named "Why do phishing email be writtened such bad english? Turns out it's intentional..." In that article, I explored why >>
When a business gets security all wrong – what we learned
nikd2019-10-25T14:00:45+11:00Note: We sat on this post for 24 months intentionally to give enough breathing space between the events laid out in the article, hoping that the business named got things >>
Cyber Insurance… here to stay, but ultimately is it worth it?
nikd2019-10-24T17:25:12+11:00If your business works with an Insurance Broker, then chances are you've had a discussion about "Cyber Insurance". What is Cyber Insurance? The past 10 years have seen massive changes >>
Internet of Things – 10 stupid iot devices that we just didn’t need
nikd2019-10-14T12:10:40+11:00Gosh, sometimes being human is just plain hard! Flicking a switch to turn on a light. Remembering how much water to drink. Wondering if your hair has been brushed with >>
What can someone get from your laptop if you lose it?
nikd2019-10-08T10:51:16+11:00It could happen to anyone. You're busy working away at your local hipster cafe, distracted by the coffee that you're now required to construct whilst trying to hold a conversation >>
5 things to consider when choosing the best Managed Service Provider
nikd2019-09-30T14:08:38+10:00How to choose the best Managed IT Service Provider in Melbourne - top 5 five Choosing a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) can be a daunting task. If you have >>
Increased cyber attacks must trigger equivalent action
staging2019-09-19T14:49:57+10:00Recent and widely publicised cyber attacks must be the impetus for a renewed and more concerted and coordinated global commitment to strengthen cyber security capabilities. In May 2017, the WannaCry >>
Passwords are awful! Here’s a few tips to help you deal with so many online accounts
nikd2019-08-26T15:20:07+10:00Put your hand up if you use the same password across multiple online accounts? 99% of the internet just put their hands up. Firstly, let's cover off why using the >>
Why deleting your Google history is a must-do
nikd2019-08-21T17:13:07+10:00How comfortable with Google having a copy of everything you've searched... ever? Unless you move to a private search engine DuckDuckGo, then your search engine still likely has a copy >>
How to deal with Ransomware without needing a degree or having to eat a Bitcoin
nikd2019-08-20T16:49:51+10:00Let’s set the scene: All your icons are missing. Years of photos, gone. Your computer is like a digital wasteland with nothing on it – except for a digital ransom >>
Turn On Encryption In Facebook Messenger NOW!
nikd2019-08-18T09:56:21+10:00Facebook Messenger's 'Secret Conversations' allow end-to-end encryption, but the feature is opt-in. Here's how to turn it on and use it. End-to-end encryption means that your conversations are encrypted from >>
LIST: Five ways to tell if your current Managed Service Provider is right for your business
staging2019-07-20T21:35:18+10:00Are you still trying to remove that dark veil of mystery from the practice of IT management? Like many small-to-medium-size businesses, you've turned to a Managed Service Provider (MSP). But >>