Author Archives: John Fretz

Micro-SaaS Vetting: The 5-Minute Security Check for Browser Add-ons

Browser add-ons have a funny reputation. They feel “small”. A quick install. A tiny productivity [...]

LinkedIn “Social Engineering”: Protecting Your Staff from Fake Recruitment Scams

A fake recruiter message is one of the cleanest social engineering tricks around because it [...]

“Clean Desk” 2.0: Securing Your Home Office from Physical Data Leaks

In the traditional office, a “Clean Desk” policy was a simple habit: shred the sensitive [...]

The Essential Checklist for Securing Company Laptops at Home

At home, security incidents don’t look like dramatic movie hacks. They look like stepping away [...]

The 2026 Guide to Uncovering Unsanctioned Cloud Apps

If you want to uncover unsanctioned cloud apps, don’t begin with a policy. Start with [...]

Stop Ransomware in Its Tracks: A 5-Step Proactive Defense Plan

Ransomware isn’t a jump scare. It’s a slow build. In many cases, it begins days, [...]

A Small Business Roadmap for Implementing Zero-Trust Architecture

Most small businesses aren’t breached because they have no security at all. They’re breached because [...]

Zero-Trust for Small Business: No Longer Just for Tech Giants

Think about your office building. You probably have a locked front door, security staff, and [...]

5 Security Layers Your MSP Is Likely Missing (and How to Add Them)

Most small businesses aren’t falling short because they don’t care. They’re falling short because they [...]

The Supply Chain Trap: Why Your Vendors Are Your Biggest Security Risk

You invested in a great firewall, trained your team on phishing, and now you feel [...]