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By this point, most people’s Social Security numbers (SSNs), a.k.a. one of the most important pieces of data assigned to you, have found their way onto the dark web. Thanks to breaches at major companies, government sites and even health care providers, millions of...

What sets high-quality, reliable IT support apart from mediocre or substandard support? Is it lower prices? Flat-fee service? At Black Belt Secure, we believe there are many deciding factors that separate even the good from the great providers, but when our clients...

Data backups are crucial for business continuity, yet a staggering 60% of them fail when needed most. Understanding why backups falter and implementing best practices is essential for safeguarding your business from data loss and costly downtime. From natural...

A computer hacked scenario is a serious threat to any business. If you suspect your computer has been hacked, the initial reaction might be panic. However, knowing what to do next is crucial. The actions you take immediately after discovering a potential breach can be...

Phishing attacks are the most common cybercrime attack for one reason…they work. Every day, over 3.4 billion spam e-mails reach unsuspecting users’ inboxes. Phishing e-mails have held the top spot as the most frequent form of attack for years because they’re easy to...

When it comes to IT support, most business owners assume “good enough” is just that - good enough. But what if your IT provider is actually putting your business at risk with slow responses, poor communication or a lack of proactive solutions? The truth is, you might...

There is one extremely common threat to our security that nearly everyone has witnessed but hardly anyone talks about – bad bots. These silent attackers are often thought of as annoying spam accounts posting computer-generated comments online. They are so common that...

AI voice scams are on the rise, and businesses of all sizes are increasingly vulnerable. These sophisticated attacks utilize artificial intelligence to mimic the voices of trusted individuals, such as CEOs or family members, to deceive victims into transferring funds...