Portland IT & Cybersecurity Blog
Website Tracking Tools and HIPAA: Lessons From the Kaiser Notice
Kaiser Permanente notified about 13.4 million members that online technologies on its website and mobile apps may have sent some personal information to third-party vendors, including Google, Microsoft Bing and X. Kaiser said passwords, Social Security numbers and payment information were not involved, and the incident was listed on the Department of Health and Human…
How Managed IT Services Help Small Businesses Prevent Cyber Incidents
Small businesses are attractive targets precisely because they often have valuable data and few dedicated defenses. The good news is that most successful attacks rely on basic gaps: missing updates, weak passwords, and staff who have not been trained to spot a convincing email. Closing those gaps is a routine, ongoing job, which is what…
Podcast Part 2: Special Episode – Aura Aesthetics
Welcome back to Breaking down I.T. with Steve and our special guest, Aura Aesthetics. Shifting our focus from skincare solutions, let’s delve into the realm of data security and HIPAA Compliance, essential aspects in the healthcare industry. Within the landscape of data security and HIPAA Compliance, Aura Aesthetics shines as a beacon of reliability and…
How AI is Revolutionizing Cybersecurity for Non-Technical Small Business Owners
In the fast-paced digital landscape, the undeniable rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has significantly reshaped the realm of cybersecurity, impacting small businesses in profound ways. For non-technical small business owners, understanding how AI has revolutionized cybersecurity can be a game-changer in safeguarding their enterprises. As we delve into this narrative, we will explore the transformative…
Why Small Businesses Need IT Managed Services
In today’s digital age, information technology (IT) has become a cornerstone of any thriving business. Despite this, many small businesses often overlook the value of investing in professional IT services. This is particularly true for managed services, which can streamline operations, enhance security, and provide crucial support. The Importance of Managed Services Managed services provide…
How Managed IT Services Streamline Operations for Small Businesses
Small business owners do not want to think about IT; they want email to work, files to be where they expect, and new hires to be productive on day one. Managed IT services are designed around that outcome: one accountable team looks after the whole environment for a predictable monthly fee. One team instead of…
Podcast: Special Episode – Aura Aesthetics
Welcome to Breaking down I.T. with Steve and our special guest, Aura Aesthetics, where we delve into the world of premium skincare solutions and the pursuit of excellence in aesthetics. In a landscape filled with countless options, finding a clinic that offers both reliability and effectiveness can often seem like an impossible task. However, amidst…
Navigating I.T. Pitfalls: A ‘Story Time’ Exploration and the Importance of a Double Check
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Breaking Down I.T. with Steve. Today, we embark on a captivating journey through a compelling “Story Time” segment, recounting a noteworthy experience with a client relying on an MSP. Our exploration unearthed significant issues, shedding light on the critical importance of performing a thorough double check to guarantee the…
Urgent Security Advisory: WordPress Popup Builder Exploitation – Take Immediate Action
Hackers are exploiting a vulnerability (CVE-2023-6000) in outdated versions of the Popup Builder plugin for WordPress, infecting over 3,300 websites. This cross-site scripting (XSS) flaw affects Popup Builder versions 4.2.3 and older, initially disclosed in November 2023. Despite a prior Balada Injector campaign affecting 6,700 websites, a new surge has been observed in the past…