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How to Stop Phishing Emails with the SLAM Method
How to Stop Phishing Emails with the SLAM MethodPhishing attacks are constantly evolving—and so must your defenses. While email filters from providers like Barracuda or Mimecast catch many threats, no system is foolproof. That’s why human vigilance remains your last...
Is Your Microsoft 365 Really Secure?
Why Default Settings Leave You Vulnerable—and What You Should Do About ItMicrosoft 365 (M365) is the engine behind today’s digital workplace, offering powerful tools like Outlook, Teams, Word, and OneDrive. But here’s the reality many businesses overlook: M365 is not...
Perplexity Comet Browser: AI Innovation or Data Privacy Risk?
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, new tools are emerging that promise to redefine our digital workflows. Among these innovations is Perplexity Comet, an "agentic AI-powered browser built on Chromium". Marketed as a tool to "boost your...
The Shadow Threat in AI
The Illusion of SafetyArtificial Intelligence feels like magic—until it isn’t. Nowadays, business owners and executives are eager to connect AI tools to everything: email, workflows, and support systems. The potential for efficiency is real, but so is the risk. The...
Why Relying on a Single Cybersecurity Vendor Leaves Your Business Exposed
The Illusion of SafetyMany business owners feel safer when they place their trust entirely in one major cybersecurity vendor. The promise sounds appealing: one dashboard, one contract, one provider. But the reality is that vendor lock-in creates blind spots, weakens...
The Importance of Cybersecurity for Law Firms
Protecting client confidences isn't just a best practice for lawyers; it's a fundamental ethical and legal obligation. Yet, in the face of increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, many law firms struggle to keep pace. The consequences of a data breach can be...
Inside a Ransomware Attack: How One Business Lost Everything Overnight
It began like any other workday—until it wasn't. When employees at a Midwestern business arrived at 8:00 a.m., they were met with frozen screens, strange popups, and locked files. By the time their internal IT team called us, the damage was done. The ransomware attack...
Why Business-Class PCs Are Essential for Your Company
Don’t Let Consumer-Grade Hardware Put Your Business at RiskIf you’re running your business on the same kind of computer you’d buy at a big-box store for personal use, you could be setting yourself up for frustration—and risk. While consumer-grade systems are fine for...
The Ultimate Mobile Security App for Free
Protect Your iPhone or Android Device in Just a Few MinutesIn today’s digital world, our smartphones are more than just communication tools—they’re vaults for personal, financial, and business information. Whether you're checking your bank account, responding to work...
Cybersecurity at Home: A Beginner’s Guide to Securing Your PC from Hackers
This blog was inspired by a very real and important question posed during a recent conversation between Representative Viola Davis of Georgia and Cheyenne Harden of Cyber Protect LLC: “The average person with a home computer does not know what steps to take to protect...
How to Secure Mobile Devices in Law Firms: Best Practices for 2025
Mobile devices have become essential tools in modern law firms, enabling attorneys to work remotely and maintain constant communication with clients and colleagues. However, with this convenience comes an increased risk. Smartphones and tablets are now top targets for...
Beyond SSL: Why Modern Businesses Need Advanced Web Security Tools
The Era of "Free" Security Is Over – Here's What Business Owners Must KnowRemember when seeing that little green padlock in your browser meant a website was completely safe? Those days are gone. While SSL certificates once provided reliable security assurance, the...
Avoid Being a Target: 5 Network Security Essentials for Small Business Owners
Small Business, Big TargetAs a small business owner in today's digital landscape, you might think cyber attackers only target large corporations like Target or Equifax. Unfortunately, the reality is quite different. Small businesses are increasingly in the crosshairs...
Secure Your Team: Social Engineering Awareness for Michigan Businesses
While many businesses focus on technical cybersecurity weaknesses like software flaws and network vulnerabilities, one of the most significant threats requires no code at all: social engineering. Cyber Protect LLC, serving Michigan businesses, knows that true security...
Why It’s Time to Rethink Network Security
As cyber threats grow in complexity and scale, relying solely on endpoint security is no longer sufficient. While it once served as the first line of defense, today’s sophisticated attacks demand a broader, more integrated approach to network protection. Modern...
Windows 10 End of Support: Why Upgrading to Windows 11 Matters
As Windows 10 approaches its end of support on October 14, 2025, a critical juncture looms for all companies. This cutoff will end Microsoft's security updates and technical support for the operating system. This could increase the risk of security issues for those...
Understanding the Importance of Data Protection
Cybersecurity, also known as information security, is the critical practice of safeguarding electronic systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. In 2024, with the surge of online activities, robust...
Navigating Cyber Threats: Insights from Cheyenne Harden
In today’s digital world, cyber threats are getting more advanced, and businesses need to stay ahead to keep their data safe. Cybersecurity expert Cheyenne Harden recently sat down with SafetyDetectives to discuss the biggest challenges in online security and how...
The Cost of Poor Cybersecurity: How to Protect Your Michigan Business
As a small business owner in Michigan, you may think cybercriminals only target large corporations. However, the reality is quite the opposite. Small businesses across Michigan are often prime targets because they typically have weaker cybersecurity measures and...
Top Managed IT Services: Secure, Scalable & 24/7 Support
Is Your Business Struggling with IT Challenges? In today’s digital world, reliable IT is essential. Yet, managing it yourself can lead to stress, downtime, and security risks. From cyber threats to unexpected system failures, the challenges are real. But here’s the...
MITRE ATT&CK 2024: Cynet Sets New Standard with 100% Visibility and Protection
In the rapidly evolving world of cybersecurity, Detroit businesses need robust, reliable protection. The 2024 MITRE ATT&CK Evaluations offer a clear benchmark, and Cynet has emerged as a leader, achieving a perfect 100% detection and protection rate. This...