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Plain Talk Cyber Information security management for small & medium businesses. Certified vCISO, AI Employee Configuration & Design. Third-party risk management. Malware removal.

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10/14/2026

A 100-member organization faces a critical budget dilemma. Do they invest in a security analyst to combat attacks, or is there a more pressing, yet unstated, need? The decision impacts their safety and future.

10/13/2026

Ever wondered what it's like to be both a business owner and a security practitioner? I've walked in both shoes and understand the unique challenges and perspectives that come with each role. It's a journey of balancing operational needs with critical security vigilance.

10/12/2026

In business, a strange disconnect exists. Those who bear the heaviest responsibility often have the least access to critical information. This gap can lead to poor decisions and missed opportunities.

The first password hack in history didn't need any hacking skill.In 1962, MIT's time-sharing computer gave each research...
10/12/2026

The first password hack in history didn't need any hacking skill.

In 1962, MIT's time-sharing computer gave each researcher just four hours a week. One of them, Allan Scherr, wanted more time.

So he asked the system to print the file holding everyone's passwords.

It did.

No malware. No genius code. Just a system that trusted the wrong request and stored secrets in plain sight.

Sixty-plus years later, small businesses still get caught the same way:

🔑 One shared password for the whole team
📝 Logins saved in a spreadsheet or on a sticky note
🚪 Ex-employees who still have access
📧 No second step when someone signs in

The fix is cheaper than the breach:

✅ Give everyone their own login
✅ Use a password manager
✅ Turn on two-factor authentication everywhere it's offered
✅ Remove access the day someone leaves

You don't need an enterprise budget to be secure. You need a few good habits, practiced every day.

Which of these is your business still putting off? 👇

10/11/2026

Shocking findings reveal widespread non-compliance with essential email authentication standards like DKIM and SPF. Even Fortune 500 companies are falling short, leaving their communications vulnerable. This is a wake-up call for digital security.

10/10/2026

Why wait to secure your business or product? Integrating security from day one is far more effective and less costly than trying to fix it later. Build it right, from the start.

10/09/2026

Comprehensive security solutions, like SOC as a service, are now within reach for everyone. Discover how AI and cloud technology have made advanced, round-the-clock protection affordable and accessible.

10/08/2026

Before you jump on the latest security tools, ensure you have a solid security program. Trying to bolt on new solutions without a foundational strategy is a recipe for disaster. Build your program first.

10/07/2026

Textbook security is ideal, but businesses operate on tight budgets. This video explores the practical compromises and smart solutions needed to achieve effective security without breaking the bank.

10/06/2026

Many business leaders chase growth, treating cybersecurity as an unnecessary expense. They accept the looming threat of breaches, prioritizing immediate gains over essential protection. This mindset is putting companies at serious risk.

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