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After receiving so much positive feedback and comments to a LinkedIn posts, I have decided to consolidate post and comments into a blog post. For reference here is a link to the original post. The list is in no particular order but are all important cybersecurity items. Thank you to everybody who contributed to this list, I will hopfully update...

In the digital age, protecting sensitive data is pivotal for any business aiming to maintain trust and comply with various regulations. However, navigating the plethora of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools can be overwhelming. Surprisingly, many companies are missing out on a cost-effective solution by overlooking the powerful built-in DLP tools available within Microsoft 365 Business Premium. Here’s why integrating...

In the modern business landscape, data security is no longer just a concern—it’s a critical necessity. Despite this, one of the biggest oversights many businesses are making today is not fully utilizing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) features available in their existing Microsoft 365 subscriptions. For companies operating in South Africa, this mistake could lead to significant financial and reputational damage,...

Small businesses are the #1 target for ransomware and phishing attacks. Discover why Huntress and Microsoft Defender—when actively managed by Techtron—are essential for protecting your SME from modern cyber threats....

When a medium-sized business faced a complete Microsoft 365 breach — with deleted user accounts and lost data — we stepped in. This case study outlines our rapid response, recovery strategy, and ongoing cybersecurity partnership that restored operations and trust....

Cybersecurity at work is everyone’s responsibility, not just the IT team’s. With cyber threats growing more sophisticated, employees need to stay alert to phishing scams, weak passwords, and outdated software. This guide covers six practical tips to help you stay safe online and protect your company from potential cyberattacks....

As small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) continue to embrace digital transformation, they are increasingly vulnerable to growing cyber threats. In 2025, cyberattacks will become more sophisticated, frequent, and damaging, leaving businesses without robust IT security solutions at high risk. The lack of resources to combat these threats puts SMEs at a disadvantage, often resulting in data breaches, ransomware attacks, and...

Get managed detection, investigation, and response for your endpoints, identities, and more. Our technology is custom-built for growing organizations like yours and is backed by an elite threat hunting team that watches over your business 24/7. Techtron chose to partner with Huntress to provide additional security to our clients. Check out the brand-new features and product enhancements that just rolled...

Passwords, we all have them, we all have registered accounts all over the web. Managing them can be tough. Many of us either like to keep it simple, sacrificing security or have trouble keeping track of all the different ones we have. In this blog I will go through best practices of setting and keeping passwords.  Choosing Passwords  Passwords should...

Wireless routers connect devices and the Internet within a company’s network but are often vulnerable to attacks due to poor configurations and outdated firmware. Companies can enhance security by changing default passwords and SSIDs, disabling remote management, enabling WPA2, and regularly updating firmware. These steps are crucial to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches....

There is a shift happening in the marketplace where businesses are increasingly choosing to outsource specific roles to Managed Service Providers. There is a realization that it is not effective for larger entities to outsource all IT roles. After 100+ endpoints, it’s important to have an internal IT manager or team. However, the IT budget does not always grow as...

LinkedIn has become an invaluable platform for professionals. People use it to connect, network, and explore business opportunities. But with its growing popularity have come some red flags. There has been an increase in the presence of fake LinkedIn sales bots. These bots impersonate real users and attempt to scam unsuspecting individuals. This is one of the many scams on...