Why Every Canadian Small Business Must Get Serious About Cybersecurity
Cyberattacks are rapidly evolving, and no business is immune—especially small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). When it comes to cybersecurity for small business in Canada, recent reports from leading Canadian media outlets confirm a significant increase in cyber threats. These threats specifically target SMBs, underscoring the critical need for advanced, multilayered cybersecurity services. The Growing Threat […]
Fake Microsoft 365 “Renewal” Meeting Invites: Emerging Cyber Attack: (Phishing & Malware)
The Calendar Invite You Weren’t Expecting Cyber attackers follow attention, and few things command attention like a meeting reminder from Microsoft 365. Over the past year, we’ve observed a sharp rise in calendar‑based phishing that masquerades as urgent Microsoft 365 renewal notifications. The lure is simple: a meeting invite claiming your subscription will be suspended […]
AI-Powered Cyberattacks Exposed: Outsmart Autonomous Hackers Before They Wreck Your Business
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for innovation and efficiency—it has become the latest weapon in cybercriminals’ arsenals. The recent emergence of autonomous attack platforms, such as Xanthorox AI, significantly escalates the threat landscape. These tools empower attackers to carry out highly sophisticated and automated cyberattacks with alarming ease and effectiveness. Why […]
Application Layer: Invisible Shield in Your Cybersecurity Stack
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the application layer is where customers meet your business—and where attackers most often try to break it. Just as a fortress relies on strong gates and guarded entrances, your software needs controls that verify, sanitize, and contain every request. In this article, we’ll outline the core implementations of application-layer […]
AI-Driven Cyber Threats: The Rise of Smarter Cybercrime
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing cybersecurity—on both sides of the battlefield. While businesses deploy AI-powered defenses, cybercriminals are weaponizing AI to create highly adaptive malware, hyper-realistic phishing scams, and automated attack strategies. As a result, AI-driven cyber threats are evolving at an alarming rate. Is your organization prepared for this evolving threat landscape? The integration of […]
The Network Layer: Your First Line of Defense Against Cyber Threats
The network layer is the backbone of secure communication between your people, devices, and applications. When it’s strong, data moves safely, operations stay online, and audits go smoothly. When it’s weak, attackers move laterally, exfiltrate data, and disrupt revenue. This guide translates network security into practical steps for Canadian SMBs. You’ll learn how to: Today’s […]
Perimeter Layer: Walls to Your Fortress in Cybersecurity
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the perimeter layer serves as the first line of defense against external threats. Just as a fortress relies on its walls to protect its inhabitants, your network depends on this layer to safeguard sensitive information from untrusted external networks. In this article, we will explore the key implementations of […]
The Human Element: Security Awareness Training for Your Team
Most breaches still start with people, not firewalls. Effective, ongoing Security Awareness Training—paired with phishing simulations and simple controls like MFA—cuts risk, proves compliance (PIPEDA/Law 25), and turns your team into a real security layer. The payoff: fewer incidents, faster reporting, and lower breach costs. Verizon’s DBIR finds the human element is present in ~68% […]
New Attack Technique to Bypass EDR as Low Privileged Standard User
A new cyberattack technique has emerged, enabling attackers to bypass Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) systems while operating under a low-privileged standard user account. This new attack technique to bypass EDR as low privileged standard user is significant. Traditionally, EDR evasion requires elevated privileges, such as administrative or system-level access. However, this innovative approach leverages […]
The Escalating Cyber Threats Facing Canadian SMBs
Introduction In recent years, Canadian small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) have increasingly become prime targets for cybercriminals. A staggering 63% of Quebec SMBs reported experiencing cyberattacks in the past year. Moreover, many of these businesses have succumbed to ransom demands. Alarmingly, a significant portion of these businesses neglect cybersecurity, which leaves them vulnerable to increasingly […]