For Canadian businesses that hold contracts or sub-contracts within the critical infrastructure, telecommunications, energy, finance, transportation, or nuclear power industrial segments, it means there is an ever increasing need to have a comprehensive understanding of a complex web of cybersecurity regulations. 

The defence contracting rules of engagement have changed. For small and medium-sized defence subcontractors in Canada or the U.S., the landscape has shifted from a "trust me" handshake to a "show me" mandate. The days of simply having a great product or service are over. Today, your ability to win and keep lucrative contracts hinges on your company's cybersecurity posture, verified by two powerful new frameworks, CPCSC and CMMC

For years, we were trained to spot phishing scams by their tell-tale signs: the glaring typos, the awkward "Dear Sir or Madam" salutations, and the suspicious-looking links. We laughed at the infamous "Nigerian Prince" email and learned to trust our gut when something felt "off." But the rules of the game have completely changed. The scammers are now using the power of artificial intelligence. 

The stark reality for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) is: it's not a matter of if you will be targeted by cybercriminals, but when. The comforting notion that your business is "too small to matter" is a dangerous fallacy, a mirage that hackers readily exploit. From ransomware crippling operations to data breaches eroding customer trust, the threat landscape is increasingly focused on organizations of all sizes.  

Canadian Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) are increasingly in the crosshairs of sophisticated cybercriminals. Ransomware, phishing scams, and devastating data breaches can cripple operations, erode customer trust, and even lead to business failure.  This is where Zero Trust emerges. It’s a paradigm shift in the cybersecurity world.

While your existing antivirus software and basic firewall are essential foundational elements, they are, unfortunately, no longer sufficient to combat the sophisticated and evolving tactics of modern cyber adversaries. You need a SIEM

Canadian small and medium-sized business (SMB) owners are constantly looking for ways to boost efficiency and stay competitive. The Internet of Things (IoT) helps with cost savings like smart thermostats saving on energy bills, connected security cameras providing peace of mind, or even smart inventory systems streamlining operations. IoT devices promise a future where everything works seamlessly, making your business smarter and more agile.  But here's the catch

The shift to the cloud has been game-changing for Canadian Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs). It offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness that were once out of reach. However, with this immense potential comes the crucial responsibility of ensuring your data remains secure and compliant with Canadian regulations. A significant part of this responsibility lies in understanding and adhering to the security standards established by your Cloud Service Provid

Cybercrime has become copy-and-paste simple with the invention of Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS). This model democratizes access to sophisticated malicious tools, allowing a broader range of individuals to execute ransomware attacks, even without advanced technical skills. 

A 2023 Statistics Canada report revealed that Canadian Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) paid between $10,000 to $500,000 per Ransomware incident. The question is, do YOU pay it. Discover Canadian SMB best practices.

The Canadian business landscape is undergoing a profound digital transformation. While hackers used to concentrate on endpoints like...

Ransomware. For Canadian Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), it’s an escalating danger. The unfortunate reality is that...

Consider this stark reality: a recent report by the Insurance Bureau of Canada indicated that the average cost of a data breach for Canadian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) now exceeds $100,000. Beyond the financial hit, the reputational damage can be even more devastating, eroding customer trust and potentially leading to business closure.  

In the world of Canadian insurance, your reputation is everything. Trust, built on the promise of security and reliability, is the...

Lets unpack cybersecurity best practices, with a specific focus on insurance companies and navigating the complexities of data breach reporting obligations under Canadian law. Understanding these obligations is paramount for ensuring compliance, maintaining client trust, and mitigating the fallout from a potential cyber incident. 

The war between the white hats and the black hats continues to be dominated by AI technology that fuels ransomware attacks and social...

Welcome to the new battleground, where battles are fought in binary code, but have real world consequences. This is an arms race between businesses and cyber threat actors.

For Small to Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs), navigating the cybersecurity landscape with limited resources and IT support means being an attractive target for cyber threat actors. Implementing the following 5 key cybersecurity strategies sets a baseline for operations, helps protect clients' sensitive information in accordance with Canadian law, and helps with compliance in this evolving threat environment. 

A data breach can lead to devastating financial losses, reputational damage, legal liabilities, and ultimately, the erosion of customer trust.  As a small or medium-sized business (SMB) owner, you might think that cyber threats primarily target large corporations. They're not.

Safeguarding Canadian security and economic stability is paramount, and vulnerabilities in our defence supply chains have become a...