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Cyber Security

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and programs from digital attacks. These cyberattacks are usually aimed at accessing, changing, or destroying sensitive information; extorting money from users; or interrupting normal business processes.

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PROTECT
Yourself

Download anti-malware software. Visit our Service page for more protection programs.

KNOW
Signs

Signs of hacking include fake ransom messages and unwanted browser toolbars.

BE
Aware

Don't open messages from unknown senders. Immediately delete messages you suspect to be spam.

Statistics

The number of new malware variants for mobile increased 54 percent in 2017. Cybercriminals will steal an estimated 33 billion records in 2023, according to a study from Juniper Research. This compares with 12 billion records Juniper expected to be swiped in 2018.

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  • 95% of breached records came from only three industries in 2016

  • There is a hacker attack every 39 seconds

  • 43% of cyber attacks target small business

  • The average cost of a data breach in 2020 will exceed $150 million

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