2018 saw the rise of public cyber security awareness. Data breaches are so normal that credit repair companies can easily market bulk accounts to businesses with upset customers. 2019 will see the march of progress, but also a need to protect the uneducated. Internet users still fall for the same old tricks, and there’s always a new tech threat. For small businesses, this is a good time to protect yourself and innovate your IT systems. Here are some IT security trends for 2019 that your business needs to understand to stay on the edge of tech.

The tech world is full of risk. Many viruses exist for not just mischief, but to make an easy payday for hackers. Ransomware is one of the most potent of the new age viruses, but its dangers don’t have to scare you. Here are a few details about ransomware, along with ways to recover easier if your systems are compromised.

As 2019 begins its routines of changes, new introductions, and familiar faces, the tech world continues to evaluate cyber security.Although more people are aware of cyber threats because of how public and high-profile certain exploits have become, there is always a chance of a new type of exploit and a new set of victims. Ransomware was still a big topic in 2018, and 2019 is a chance to harden systems. The types of people who should worry about ransomware have shifted, but the threat is still there. Here are a few ransomware details to understand the threat, the groups dealing with the most risk, and ways to protect your systems.

What cyber security challenges will 2019 bring? 2018 was a year of big security breaches, major questions about privacy, and major data sales. For small businesses, growing with the help of new tech shouldn’t require a big legal team. At the same time, you still have a responsibility to those who trust you. Here are a few predicted big cybersecurity predictions for 2019 to help you focus your concerns while maintaining existing security plans.