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10/21/2026

Be Careful With Urgent Requests

"PAY THIS TODAY."

"I NEED YOUR PASSWORD."

"BUY THESE GIFT CARDS ASAP."

"CHANGE OUR DIRECT DEPOSIT INFORMATION."

Urgency is often used to make people act before they have time to think.

For businesses, consider having a verification process for requests involving payments, payroll changes, banking information, passwords, or sensitive data.

A quick phone call to a known number could prevent a costly mistake.

10/20/2026

Small Businesses Need Cybersecurity Too

Think your business is too small to worry about cybersecurity?

Small businesses still handle valuable information—employee records, payroll information, customer data, financial accounts, emails, passwords, and more.

Cybersecurity doesn't have to start with an expensive system.

Start with the basics:
🔹 Employee education
🔹 MFA
🔹 Strong password practices
🔹 Software updates
🔹 Secure backups
🔹 A plan for suspicious activity

10/19/2026

AI is Changing Scams

"That sounded exactly like my boss."

That's becoming less reassuring.

AI can be used to create convincing emails, images, videos, and even cloned voices. Cybercriminals can use these tools to impersonate executives, coworkers, family members, or vendors.

If you receive an unusual request involving money, passwords, sensitive information, or account access—verify it through another trusted method before acting.

Trust, but verify.

10/15/2026

Human Error Matters

Some cyberattacks don't require a hacker to "break into" a computer system.

Sometimes all it takes is one person clicking the wrong link, sharing information with the wrong person, or approving a fraudulent request.

That's why cybersecurity training matters.

For businesses, creating an environment where employees know how to recognize AND report suspicious activity can be an important part of your security strategy.

10/14/2026

Turn On Multi-Factor Authentication

A password is good.

A password + another verification step is much better.

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds another layer of protection by requiring something else—such as a code, authentication app, passkey, or security key—to access your account.

Whenever MFA is available, consider turning it on, especially for email, banking, payroll, social media, and business accounts.

10/12/2026

Stop Reusing Passwords

Using the same password for multiple accounts can create a domino effect.

If one account is compromised, criminals may try those same credentials on your email, banking, social media, and business accounts.

Use long, unique passwords for important accounts and consider using a reputable password manager to keep track of them.

One password shouldn't unlock your entire digital life.

10/09/2026

Don't Ignore Those Updates

We know… clicking "Remind Me Tomorrow" is tempting. 😅

But software updates aren't just about new features.

Updates frequently include security fixes that help protect your computer, phone, browser, apps, and other devices from known vulnerabilities.

Make updates easier:
✔ Turn on automatic updates
✔ Update browsers regularly
✔ Don't forget phones and tablets
✔ Replace unsupported software and devices

10/07/2026

Think Before You Click

That email might look legitimate—but is it?

Phishing emails are designed to trick you into clicking a link, opening an attachment, sharing information, or sending money.

Before clicking:
✔ Check the sender's email address
✔ Watch for unusual wording or urgent requests
✔ Hover over links when possible
✔ Be suspicious of unexpected attachments
✔ When in doubt, contact the sender another way

A few extra seconds could save you from a costly mistake.

10/05/2026

Cybersecurity Starts With You

You don't have to be an IT expert to improve your cybersecurity.

Simple habits can make a big difference:
🔹 Use strong, unique passwords
🔹 Turn on multi-factor authentication
🔹 Keep software updated
🔹 Think before clicking links
🔹 Protect personal and business information

Small steps can help prevent big problems.

10/04/2026