Protecting Your Small Business from Cyber Threats with Craig Cummings

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Unlock the secrets to safeguarding your small business from ever-evolving cybersecurity threats in our latest Build with BBB podcast episode. We sit down with Craig Cummings from OK Computer, a cybersecurity veteran with over 20 years of experience, to uncover the hidden vulnerabilities in your routers and email accounts. Craig shares his expert tips on identifying phishing attempts, using advanced email filters, and the importance of tools like Microsoft 365 add-ons to create a robust defense against hackers. Understand the critical differences between breaches and ransomware, and learn how stringent laws like Oklahoma's Security Breach Notification Act mandate timely responses to data compromises.
We also dive deep into practical, budget-friendly cybersecurity solutions tailored specifically for small businesses. Craig breaks down PCI Data Security Standard compliance, the significance of endpoint detection, and the necessity of password managers. We debunk the myths that small businesses are not prime targets, emphasizing the reality of indiscriminate cyberattacks and the severe risks of data breaches and identity theft. Elevate your employee training with simulated phishing attacks and ongoing awareness programs to create a human firewall against online threats. Tune in for an episode packed with invaluable insights to help you fortify your business's cybersecurity posture.
LINKS:
Craig Cummings
https://www.linkedin.com/in/craig-cummings-okcomputer/
https://www.okcomputer.llc/
Phone: [phone]
PCI: https://www.pcisecuritystandards.org/
Patch Tuesday: https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide
Microsoft Defender: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/security/business/microsoft-defender-for-business-and-individuals-free-trial?ef_id=_k_CjwKCAjwm_SzBhAsEiwAXE2Cv84zfd0diQkqVf64UgXX8M-4VSFl4d_U2YmJaZ9hCLv0CgTjio0AzhoC5QQQAvD_BwE_k_&OCID=AIDcmmifpc6xqc_SEM__k_CjwKCAjwm_SzBhAsEiwAXE2Cv84zfd0diQkqVf64UgXX8M-4VSFl4d_U2YmJaZ9hCLv0CgTjio0AzhoC5QQQAvD_BwE_k_&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwm_SzBhAsEiwAXE2Cv84zfd0diQkqVf64UgXX8M-4VSFl4d_U2YmJaZ9hCLv0CgTjio0AzhoC5QQQAvD_BwE

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Capitole

1. Protecting Your Small Business from Cyber Threats with Craig Cummings (00:00:00)

2. Cybersecurity Threats and Data Breaches (00:00:01)

3. Small Business Cybersecurity Solutions (00:10:36)

4. Cybersecurity Awareness for Small Businesses (00:19:40)