When it comes to cyber attacks, most security experts say it’s a matter of “when,” not “if.” Well, the “When” is now for 200,000 victims across 150 countries that are still dealing with the fallout from the WannaCry ransomware attack… Read More ›
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What yesterday’s Internet privacy vote means to your employees
The House of Representatives voted 215 to 205 to overturn a yet-to-take-effect regulation that would have required Internet Service Providers to get consumers’ permission before selling their browsing data. Last Friday the Senate voted 50-48 to do the same. Both… Read More ›
SLPowers Recognized as CRN MSP Elite 150 for Excellence in Managed IT Services
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA, March 7, 2017 – SLPowers announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named SLPowers to its 2017 Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Elite 150 category. This annual list recognizes… Read More ›
Management Tools Make Firewalls More Effective
Use of firewall management tools has resulted in fewer breaches, faster response time, and increased productivity, according to a report commissioned by U.S.-based FireMon. The study, entitled Automate Zero Trust Policy and Enforcement, drives home the benefits of using a firewall… Read More ›
2016 Data Threat Report: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly
The 2016 Vormetric Data Threat Report was just released and it covers the good, the bad and the ugly. The study is based on a survey conducted during October and November of 2015 and compiles responses from over 1,100 senior… Read More ›
What You Need To Know About Zero-Day Attacks
Your home dictionary may not include the term zero-day, but if you Google it, you’ll find thousands of references. A zero-day refers to a vulnerability that is not known to the software maker and therefore remains unpatched. The term derives from… Read More ›
Network Security Lunch & Learn Recap
The attendees at yesterday’s SLPowers Network Security Lunch and Learn, held at Ruth’s Chris in West Palm Beach, heard all about the sophisticated cybersecurity threats aimed at their business every day. And they learned just how vital a comprehensive security solution is to protecting your company’s information, value… Read More ›
Healthcare Industry Feels The Pain Of Increasing Data Breaches
With the healthcare industry facing 340% more cyberattacks than the average industry, and with personal medical records now selling for ten times the price of credit card numbers on the “dark web,” it’s a safe bet we’ll see more healthcare… Read More ›
The Top CyberSecurity Threats Predicted In 2016
In the world of cybersecurity, 2015 was a doozy. Ransomware took off running across multiple platforms, the Ashley Madison hack left a trail of bruised hearts, and even wifi-enabled Barbie dolls were hacked to gain access to credential passwords and other confidential… Read More ›
Season’s Greetings From Us To You!
As business slows to make room for celebration and renewal, all of us at SLPowers wish you and your family rest, reflection, joy and peace this holiday season.
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