SMB Technologies, Inc.

10/15/2026

Some passwords get around.

If the same password is being used for your email, banking, payroll and everything in between, one compromised account can put the rest at risk. Here's what to do instead:

Use a unique password for every account
Make them long and complex
Avoid anything personal or predictable
Use a password manager to generate and store them securely

Password security is everyone's responsibility. Share this post to help your team, clients and colleagues stay better protected.

10/14/2026

SMB Technologies Cybersecurity Tip: How to let visitors use your WiFi safely

If you have people who visit your office or home, make sure you have a guest WiFi access for them that is separated from your main WiFi access.

If you give guests your primary WiFi access, you’re practically opening the door for anyone to come in and steal data, infect your network and ransom you. After all, you don’t know if your guests’ PCs or device are secure!

Your guests’ access needs to be completely isolated and segregated from your private network and each other (something we can do for you). Your guests should not be able to reach your internal computer network, credit card terminals or other network-connected devices.

Don’t know how to enable guest WiFi access? Give us a call at 503-895-9793 and we’ll help you out.

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar here https://bit.ly/4jsUvr7 to book a quick, 10-minute call.

Ron Rothstein
President/ Founder
SMB Technologies
[email protected]
Main - (503) 895-9793
https://bit.ly/491Fetu

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10/13/2026

Your cybersecurity team isn’t limited to your IT department. Every employee plays a role in protecting your business.

It includes:
The finance employee who questions an unusual invoice
The HR manager who removes access for former employees
The salesperson who shares files securely
The leader who encourages employees to speak up

Cybersecurity isn’t one person’s responsibility. It’s a team effort, and every good decision helps strengthen your business.

Want to build a stronger security culture? Read our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4yBz3q4

10/13/2026

10/10/2026

When someone leaves your business, don't forget to:

✔ Disable user accounts
✔ Remove access to shared files and systems
✔ Collect company devices and credentials
✔ Review administrator privileges

A quick review of access today can prevent a much bigger problem tomorrow.

Schedule a discovery call to make sure former employees no longer have access to your business.

https://bit.ly/42O4fF7

10/08/2026

Think you know the basics of cybersecurity? You might be surprised.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and some of the most common beliefs about cybersecurity are also some of the most dangerous. When myths go unchallenged, they create blind spots that criminals are quick to exploit.

This month, we're setting the record straight.

Think your business might have a blind spot? Schedule a free 10-minute discovery call today.

https://bit.ly/42O4fF7

10/06/2026

Some advice deserves to be left on read.

But cybersecurity myths have a way of sticking around even after they're proven wrong. Believing them can create the blind spots cybercriminals are counting on.

In our latest blog post, we go through six of the most common myths small businesses still believe and what the truth really looks like.

Read it here: https://bit.ly/4yC5J2B

10/06/2026

SMB Cybersecurity Tip: Is this request really from the boss?

Here’s a common scam: You get an e-mail from the boss (or your spouse, parents or other trusted person) asking you to send them a copy of employee pay stubs, tax information or other files with confidential data in them such as Social Security numbers in them, or they’re asking you to transfer or ACH payment to a vendor or a different bank account.

The problem: Even though it is coming from an e-mail address of someone you know and trust and it LOOKS legit, there’s a chance it could be a scam. Hackers can INTERCEPT e-mail messages and modify them.

If you ever get this kind of request, DOUBLE-CHECK by calling that person to confirm. And even if it turns out to be a legitimate request, you should NEVER send confidential information like Social Security numbers (or attachments with this information inside them) without taking precautions to password-protect and encrypt the message first.

PAYROLL WARNING: Heads up if you work in HR or process payroll – hackers are very interested in getting you to send employee payroll to the wrong bank accounts. Be on high alert for employees asking you to update their banking information. Make sure to confirm the change request by phone and DO NOT call any phone numbers in the e-mail that was sent to you.

Bottom line: Verbally confirm all requests involving money or sensitive data.

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar here https://go.appointmentcore.com/app/multiservice/t73Kv7SZ?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com to book a quick, 10-minute call.

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10/01/2026

SMB Technologies Cybersecurity Tip: Your data breach response plan Inbox

very business needs a breach response plan. Here’s yours:

Immediate actions:

- Disconnect affected devices from the Internet – this stops the spread across the network. (Important: do not shut down the device – just disconnect it.)
- Document everything you see.
- Call IT support (us).
- Do NOT restart devices.
- Alert your cyber insurance.nce.

Required preparation:

- Store emergency contacts offline.
- Keep cyber insurance details ready.
- Save backup verification procedures.
- Document critical system access.
- Maintain incident response plan.

Pro Tip: Save our emergency number: 503-895-9793

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar here to book a quick, 10-minute call https://bit.ly/4jsUvr7.

Ron Rothstein
President/ Founder
SMB Technologies
[email protected]
(503) 895-9793
https://bit.ly/491Fetu

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09/29/2026

SMB Technologies Cybersecurity Tip: How to let visitors use your WiFi safely

If you have people who visit your office or home, make sure you have a guest WiFi access for them that is separated from your main WiFi access.

If you give guests your primary WiFi access, you’re practically opening the door for anyone to come in and steal data, infect your network and ransom you. After all, you don’t know if your guests’ PCs or device are secure!

Your guests’ access needs to be completely isolated and segregated from your private network and each other (something we can do for you). Your guests should not be able to reach your internal computer network, credit card terminals or other network-connected devices.

Don’t know how to enable guest WiFi access? Give us a call at 503-895-9793 and we’ll help you out.

Have questions about cybersecurity or some other IT-related issues? Access our calendar at http://www.smbtechnologies.com?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com at the top of the homepage to book a quick, 10-minute call.

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