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Case Study: What Taiwan’s AI-Powered Cyberattack Means for the Rest of Us
Cyberattacks are usually described as a person—or a group of people—trying to break into a computer system. It used to be that simple, before artificial intelligence came along. Now the number, speed, and sophistication of attacks all improve as technology gets smarter.
AI is making it possible for attackers to automate a lot of the work involved in a cyberattack. That could eventually mean more attacks, all moving faster, against organizations and individuals around the wor
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3 days ago3 min read
Why Printing Sensitive Information Can Create a Compliance Risk
Printing a document feels harmless: Perhaps you need a copy for a meeting, want to review something away from your computer, or simply find it easier to work off of a paper document.
The problem is that once sensitive information leaves your computer and comes out of a printer, many of the security protections surrounding that information just…disappear.
No password protects a piece of paper sitting in the printer tray! Just like with online files, you have to be careful wi
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4 days ago3 min read
Is SMS Authentication Still Safe?
If you’ve ever logged into an online account and received a text message with a six-digit code, then you’ve used SMS authentication.
For years, it has been one of the most common ways to protect online accounts. Even today, many banks, retailers, and online services still use it as part of their login process.
SMS authentication remains much safer than relying on a password alone, but experts no longer consider it the strongest form of multi-factor authentication available.
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5 days ago3 min read
5 Signs You’re Using AI the Wrong Way at Work
Artificial intelligence can be an incredibly useful workplace tool.
Employees use tools like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and Google Gemini to draft emails, summarize information, brainstorm ideas, and save time during the workday.
Used responsibly, AI can improve productivity and make routine tasks easier…but like any tool, it can also be used the wrong way.
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6 days ago3 min read
How Businesses Are Leveraging AI
When most people hear the term “artificial intelligence,” they think about chatbots, image generators, or futuristic robots running our society. However, the reality of widespread AI is far less dramatic.
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6 days ago4 min read
Think Before You Share: AI Can Remember More Than You Expect
Artificial intelligence is great at helping you write emails, summarize documents, brainstorm ideas, and answer questions. Around the world, people have eagerly integrated AI into both work and everyday life.
Because these tools are so convenient, many people have started treating it like a trusted friend. They ask for advice, explain personal situations, and even upload documents to get more detailed responses.
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6 days ago3 min read
Access Levels and Security Clearance
How many levels of security clearance exist in your organization? Can you view and manage the same files as your boss, or your boss’s boss’s boss? Does your I.T. team have control over more accounts than you and your coworkers?
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6 days ago2 min read
AI Feels Private…but That Doesn’t Mean It Is
Think about the last conversation you had with an AI tool.
Maybe you asked it to help write an email, explain a financial question, or advise you on a problem.
Now think about how much information you included in your conversation.
People share work problems, financial situations, personal concerns, private documents, and detailed stories because the interaction feels like a private conversation. That makes it surprisingly easy to tell AI information that you would never post
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6 days ago3 min read
Why Using Personal Email for Work Can Create Compliance Problems
It happens all the time: You need to send yourself a file so you can finish it at home. A coworker is having trouble accessing a document, so you send it from your personal email instead. Maybe you just want to print something from your home computer while the idea is fresh. Each of these scenarios seems like an easy solution. Unfortunately, using your personal email for work can create very serious cybersecurity and compliance risks.
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6 days ago2 min read
One Vendor Gets Hacked. Why Could Your Data Be Next?
You probably have no idea which companies help deliver the products you buy online. Why would you?
When you order something, it shows up at your door a few days later. That’s usually the most that you think about it.
A recent cyberattack against global shipping company CEVA Logistics shows why the companies working quietly behind the scenes can matter much more to your personal data than you might expect
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Aug 143 min read
Why “Free” Software Can End Up Costing You
Everyone likes getting something for free.
Whether it’s a PDF editor, a video converter, or a photo editing app, downloading a free program instead of paying for one can seem like an easy way to save money.
Unfortunately, cybercriminals know that you think so.
Fake or modified software has become one of the easiest ways for attackers to spread malware. Instead of getting the program you expected, you could end up installing software that steals passwords, spies on your act
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Aug 143 min read
What Happens When an AI Agent Goes Too Far?
Most of us are familiar with AI tools that answer our questions. You ask for help writing an email, summarizing a document, or explaining something complicated, and the AI provides an answer.
AI agents take that concept one step further.
Instead of simply telling you what to do, an AI agent can take actions on your behalf. Depending on which tool you use, that may include browsing websites, working with files, running software, or completing a series of tasks without need
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Aug 134 min read
Why You Shouldn’t Blindly Click “I Agree”
How many times have you clicked “I Agree” without reading a single word?
If you’re like most people, the answer is probably “more times than I can count.”
Whether it is installing software, signing up for a new online service, or accepting updated terms and conditions, clicking through these agreements has become second nature. Most of the time, we don’t even read the Terms & Agreements at all.
Unfortunately, that habit can create unexpected compliance and security risks a
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Aug 123 min read
Why Your Browser Could Be Your Biggest Security Risk
Most people spend hours on the web every single day. People use it to check email, pay bills, shop online, access work applications, and even manage their bank accounts. As a result, our web browsers have become the gateway to most of our digital lives.
Unfortunately, cybercriminals know that too.
That’s why your web browser has become one of the most common places that hackers target their victims. What do you need to know about staying safe online?
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Aug 123 min read
Why You Should Never Email Sensitive Information Without Approval
Email has become one of the easiest ways to share information.
Need to send a document? Email it.
Need someone to review a spreadsheet? Email it.
Need to share customer information with another department? Now, that’s where many people unintentionally create a data compliance faux pas.
While email remains a valuable business tool, it is not always the right place for sensitive information. Sending confidential data without following company procedures can expose personal
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Aug 102 min read
Why You Should Never Ignore a Software Update
Few things are more annoying than a notification telling you that it’s time to install another software update.
You’re busy. When you’re in the middle of an important task, clicking “Remind Me Later” feels like the easiest option.
Unfortunately, that’s exactly what cybercriminals hope you’ll do.
So why is it important to install new software updates as soon as possible?
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Aug 72 min read
Can You Tell If a Photo Was Made by AI?
Not long ago, spotting a fake image was fairly easy. Faces looked distorted, hands had too many fingers, and the lighting often seemed unnatural.
Today, that’s no longer the case.
Artificial intelligence can generate incredibly realistic photos in just a few seconds. While some people create these images for harmless fun, others design pictures specifically to spread misinformation, support scams, or convince people that something happened when it never did.
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Aug 63 min read
Deleting a File Doesn’t Always Delete the Data
You finish a project, empty your Recycle Bin, and move on with your day.
Problem solved, right?
Not always.
Many people assume that deleting a file means it is gone forever, but in reality, deleting a file often just removes the shortcut that tells your computer where to find it. Depending on how and where it was stored, that information may still exist.
Understanding how data gets deleted is all a part of knowing how to protect it. Then you also know how to get rid of it
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Aug 52 min read
Think Before You Copy and Paste Into AI
Artificial intelligence has become part of everyday work.
People use AI tools to write emails, summarize documents, brainstorm ideas, and answer questions in seconds. These tools can save time and improve productivity, which explains why they’re becoming so popular.
Before you paste information into an AI chatbot, however, you should stop and ask yourself one simple question:
Would I be comfortable sharing this information with someone outside my organization?If the answer
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Aug 43 min read
Partnering with 3n1 IT Consulting Benefits: Your Key to Secure Business Growth
When it comes to running a business in Florida, you already know how critical technology is. But are you confident your IT infrastructure is truly secure? Are you sure your business complies with the ever-changing cybersecurity laws? If you’re unsure, it’s time to consider partnering with a trusted IT consulting firm. That’s where 3n1 IT Consultants come in. Let me walk you through why teaming up with them can transform your business operations, protect your data, and keep yo
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Aug 34 min read
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