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Passwords Aren't Enough: Why Your Business Needs MFA and a Password Manager

Most breaches start with a stolen password. How MFA and a password manager close that gap, and the order to roll them out in without disrupting staff.

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October 2026 Vulnerabilities: 1,411 Patches and 26 Exploited Flaws

October 2026 set a record with 1,411 Microsoft patches, an exploited Windows Shell zero-day, and 26 new CISA known-exploited warnings. What to fix first.

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Patch Tuesday Record: How to Prioritize 995 Patches

Microsoft's September 2026 Patch Tuesday fixed nearly 1,000 vulnerabilities — the largest on record. How SMBs can prioritize what needs attention now.

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August 2026 Vulnerabilities You Should Know About

August 2026 Patch Tuesday fixed 421 CVEs, including an exploited Windows kernel zero-day and a NetScaler RCE under attack. What to know.

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Why Phishing Is Still Your Biggest Security Risk

More than 90% of data breaches start with a phishing email. How phishing works, why it keeps succeeding, and the defenses every SMB needs.

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CMMC Phase 2 Suspended: Don't Pause Compliance

The DoD suspended CMMC Phase 2, but existing cybersecurity requirements still apply. Why defense contractors should keep compliance momentum.

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The 3-2-1 Backup Rule: Why Your Business Needs It

A solid backup strategy is your last line of defense against ransomware. How the 3-2-1 rule works — and why most SMBs aren't following it.

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Why Cyber Insurance Is Harder to Get in 2026

Premiums are up, requirements are stricter, and carriers ask harder questions. What SMBs need to know to get — and keep — coverage.

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Zero Trust for SMBs: A Practical Guide

Zero trust isn't just for the Fortune 500. What it actually means, and how SMBs can implement it without an enterprise budget.

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July 2026 Vulnerabilities You Should Know About

July 2026 set a Patch Tuesday record with 622 CVEs fixed, including two actively exploited zero-days. What SMBs need to know.

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Cybersecurity for SMBs: The Basic Layers You Need

Cybersecurity doesn't have to be complicated. The essential layers every SMB needs — MFA, patching, 24x7 MDR, and SOC services — in plain language.

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May 2026 Vulnerabilities You Should Know About

A high-level look at notable vulnerabilities and trends identified in May 2026, and what they mean for your organization's security posture.

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Understanding the CIS Controls Framework

A plain-language overview of the CIS Controls framework, and how it helps organizations prioritize the cybersecurity work that matters most.

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