Cyberattacks are at an all-time high, and no business is safe. 2022 saw a marked rise in cyberattacks by 38% compared to the previous year. Whether you have in-house I.T. support specialists or you're contracting a third-party managed service provider, you cannot afford to skip cybersecurity training. It is not just enough to leave cybersecurity to the I.T. department. It is a team effort involving each...
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NOVEMBER 23, 2022 // LOUISVILLE, KY - Looking for I.T. support in Louisville, KY? Cinch I.T.'s local office in the greater Louisville Metro area has been helping small businesses protect their employees and user data throughout 2022. As the transition from the peak of the pandemic continues to increase demand for remote work solutions, Cinch I.T. Louisville continues to expand. The Kentucky office has...
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The risk of DDoS attacks is nothing new: it has been a known quantity in the IT industry for a long time. A decade ago, businesses didn't take DDoS attacks as seriously. Then, DDoS attacks were assumed to be mainly perpetrated by amateur hackers showing off their new tricks for fun. These attacks were mostly minor, so it was relatively easy for business IT support...
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Businesses that understand how to prevent ransomware significantly reduce their online vulnerability. This cyberattack scheme doesn't garner nearly as much attention as common malware, but it can be even more debilitating. Ransomware attacks are so polished that many larger financial institutions have dedicated call centers to handle these data breaches. So what is ransomware? Ransomware stops you from using your P.C., files, or programs. The business...
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Anyone who uses a computer needs to have antivirus programs. Even the safest computer users can accidentally let in threats, so having computer protection is a must. But finding the right program for your needs can be a minefield. You probably know the big names, but are they always the best? Not necessarily. If you're searching for a new way to keep your computer safe, here are...
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A cyberattack on JBS SA, the largest meat producer globally, forced the shutdown of all its U.S. beef plants, wiping out the output from facilities that supply almost a quarter of American supplies. According to an official with the United Food and Commercial Workers, all of the company’s fed-beef and regional beef plants had to shutter. All other JBS meatpacking facilities in the country experienced some level...
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