Astaroth Phishing Kit Lets Hackers Bypass 2FA: Here’s How to Keep Your Business Safe
It’s 9:15 AM when your finance director clicks what appears to be a Microsoft security alert. Come 9:17 AM, she’s entered her credentials and 2FA code on what looks exactly like the official login page. By 9:45 AM, attackers have already accessed her email, set up forwarding rules, downloaded contacts, and initiated fraudulent wire transfers—all […]
The Best Ways to Use AI in Financial Services: How to Boost ROI and Reduce Operational Costs
When you hear “AI” and “reducing operational costs” in the same sentence, you might brace yourself for a conversation about workforce reduction. Don’t worry—that’s not where we’re headed. Instead, we’re looking at how strategic AI implementation can enhance your team’s capabilities, freeing them to focus on the golden, high-value work that only they can deliver. […]
Top 5 IT Compliance Risks Financial Services Firms Overlook (And How to Solve Them)
Financial services firms face a myriad of compliance risks that can lead to substantial penalties, reputational damage, and operational disruptions. While you’ve likely established compliance frameworks and familiarized yourself with requirements like PCI-DSS and SOX, the sheer number of possible vulnerabilities makes it incredibly challenging not to miss points of exposure within your business. We’ve […]
Are Your Passwords Putting Your Business at Risk? Here’s How to Fix That on World Password Day
As World Password Day approaches, it’s the perfect time to examine whether your organization’s password security practices are helping to protect your valuable information—or leaving the door wide open for cybercriminals. Are your employees guilty of these password faux pas? The Most Common Employee Password Mistakes (At a Glance) Reusing passwords Including personal information Choosing […]
5 Things We Learned at the 2025 EOS Conference (And How They’re Going to Benefit Our Clients)
This year marked Anderson Technologies’ third attendance at the annual EOS Worldwide Conference. As managed IT service providers, we’re constantly seeking ways to enhance our operations and service delivery—and this event never disappoints. As you might’ve seen on our LinkedIn, our team left the event feeling energized, inspired, and ready to implement invaluable nuggets that […]
World Backup Day: Why Backing Up Your Data Is Essential for Business Security
With World Backup Day 2025 here, now is the perfect opportunity to evaluate your organization’s data protection strategy. While many businesses invest significantly in preventative cybersecurity measures like firewalls and antivirus software, they often overlook the equally critical practice of regular, comprehensive backups. The reality—as we’ll explore today—is that you need both for truly effective […]
Data Management for Mergers: Ensure a Smooth Transition by Knowing Where Your Data Lives
Did you know that there’s an unsung hero that can make or break your merger’s success? It’s… your data! While financial projections and organizational charts often take center stage, data management for mergers tends to remain an afterthought—until it creates unexpected roadblocks in your integration, that is. For SMBs considering a merger, understanding exactly where […]
What Are Managed IT Services? Unlocking the Benefits of Partnering with an MSP
“IT support,” “tech services,” “managed services,” “IT consulting”—with so many similar-sounding terms, it’s no wonder business owners find themselves confused about what managed IT services actually entail. If you’ve ever wondered whether managed IT services for businesses are the same as basic technical support (they’re not), or if an MSP (Managed Service Provider) is just […]
Safeguarding Client Data: How Financial Services Firms Can Stay Ahead of Evolving Cyber Threats
When cybercriminals successfully breach a financial services firm, they don’t just steal data—they gain the keys to commit devastating fraud, drain accounts, and potentially cripple your business. “It won’t happen to us” is a luxury businesses like yours can no longer afford. Here’s what you need to know about the threats specifically targeting your sector, […]
Unlocking Strategic IT Leadership: Are vCIO Services Right for Your Business?
Prepare yourself—you might just be about to discover what’s missing from your business’s technology strategy: dedicated IT leadership that aligns your tech investments with your goals. For small and medium-sized businesses in St. Louis and across the United States, the solution might not be hiring a full-time Chief Information Officer (CIO)—it could be engaging virtual […]
