Category: Security

The Journey As It Begins

The Journey As It Begins

Introduction: I understand that I need Protect-IT and I’ve signed the proposal document. What’s next? Below is a step-by-step guide to help you get started with our services:  installing necessary software, setting up backups, and migrating your email and domain to Microsoft 365. Summary: Install Protect-IT Agent on each computer: Option 1: Arrange a Take Control […]

Deep Dive – COVE Backup

Deep Dive – COVE Backup

Solidarity IT’s Top Recommendation for Data Protection COVE Backup is Solidarity IT’s recommended solution for keeping your vital business data safe. In this article we cover the three levels of protection COVE Backup enables, offer some insight into the functionality of the app. We also offer instructions for triggering an immediate manual backup and for […]

The Myths of Backups

The Myths of Backups

I was training earlier this week, improving my knowledge of the backup procedures we use to enhance the value we offer clients who use our services.  During discussions, we realised several myths are floating around out there and may be deterring people from seeking a secure backup solution. Myth #1:  Microsoft backs up all my […]

Internet Explorer Vulnerability

Internet Explorer Vulnerability

Have you been keeping your patches up to date? The most recent Patch Tuesday fixed a security issue in MSHTML, the platform that Internet Explorer ran on. Although Internet Explorer is no longer in use, the vulnerability remains as the MSHTML platform is still used in applications today. This security issue enabled attackers to trick […]

CrowdStrike Outage Summary

CrowdStrike Outage Summary

The CrowdStrike Outage is now among the biggest to ever occur, so what’s happening? The issue was with CrowdStrike Falcon Sensor, software that is intended to protect computers from attacks and malware. Like all computer protection software, it’s updated regularly to keep up with the latest threats.  Unfortunately, a recent update to Falcon Sensor had […]

Windows Recall has been delayed

Windows Recall has been delayed

Microsoft’s plans to release Windows Recall have been delayed. The feature was originally supposed to be added to Windows 11 Copilot+ PCs by an update but the release has been delayed. Windows Recall is a feature designed to let users quickly revisit webpages and other content they’ve previously looked at.  Recall takes a screenshot every […]

Ransomware – The Importance of Prevention

Ransomware – The Importance of Prevention

If you’ve been affected by ransomware, it can be tempting to pay the ransom to get your files back. This is what the attacker wants and therefore they want you to think that paying will get your files back. The problem, however, is that once an attacker has your files, they are under no compulsion […]