QIT Solutions: Blog

When it comes to protecting your business from cyber threats, the role of the individual employee can’t be overstated. While your IT team manages firewalls, backups, and other technical defenses, they can’t do everything. Each employee plays a vital role…

As the holiday season approaches, businesses often experience a shift in work patterns. Employees may travel, work remotely, or adjust their schedules to accommodate personal commitments. While this flexibility can boost morale and productivity, it also introduces unique cybersecurity challenges.…

As the 2024 holiday season approaches, the excitement of shopping and gift-giving is in the air. However, it’s also a prime time for cybercriminals who are eager to exploit the festive rush. Understanding the top holiday cyber scams can help…

Tales of Cyber Disasters In the digital age, cyberattacks are becoming more frequent, sophisticated, and devastating. These horror stories often stem from simple mistakes or overlooked vulnerabilities, leading to severe financial and reputational damage. Whether it’s ransomware paralyzing an organization…

The Deceptive World of Social Engineering Social engineering attacks are some of the most effective tricks used by cybercriminals. By manipulating human emotions like trust, urgency, or fear, hackers deceive individuals into giving up confidential information or access to secure…

Choosing the right IT support company is crucial for any business that relies on technology to operate. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know where to start. That’s where QIT Solutions comes in, offering the ultimate…

A new warning for Google Chrome users has emerged, carrying a critical yet straightforward piece of advice: avoid copying and pasting unfamiliar text into your terminal or run dialog box. This advice comes from cybersecurity firm Proofpoint, which has identified…

Have you ever considered why your smartphone might benefit from a regular reboot? The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) advises a simple yet effective practice: regularly rebooting your phone. This recommendation, backed by cybersecurity experts, plays a crucial role in…

Passwords are our primary defense against cyber threats. Yet, many of us fall into the trap of using generic, easy-to-remember passwords, compromising our security. This blog will delve into the risks associated with generic passwords, what US and Canadian businesses…

Email remains a primary communication tool for both personal and professional use, but it also continues to be a significant vector for cyber attacks. Recently, the FBI and NSA have emphasized a crucial step that all email users and administrators…