Data breach awareness: How do I know if my customer data was breached
When a data breach happens that’s never a good experience for the customer or the accounting firm. Some data breaches are easy to spot, like in the case of ransomware. Other times, it might be harder to spot them quickly. In this episode of The Tech Talk for Accountants Show Andrew Lassise answers this common […]
What is malware?
We get asked the question all the time at Tech 4 Accountants: “What is Malware?” Most of the time people have a firm understanding of what a virus is but don’t realize that viruses fall under the larger umbrella of malware. So what is malware exactly? Malware is software that intentionally causes damage to a […]
What to consider when using a VPN and – despite NSA advisories – you should definitely use one
Let’s start with the latest news: A new National Security Agency cybersecurity advisory is warning that some popular VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) could have some possible vulnerabilities. VPNs have become more important since the quarantine with more people working at home. Accessing secure company files without this layer of security runs the risk of them […]
The importance of fast support from your IT provider
Getting fast support when it comes to your information security is important. Many of us unfortunately have been in situations where our technology needs were addressed at slow speeds. Slow support costs us money, halts productivity and can impact your accounting firm’s customer service. Our CEO Andrew Lassise discusses this topic in the latest episode […]
