IT Horror Stories

In the spirit of Halloween and Cybersecurity Awareness Month, I brought in some people who have seen it all! Jared, Alex, Tom, and Mark sit down and share their IT horror stories. It's the perfect mix of experiences from their personal life and past clients. This episode is packed with real-life IT horror stories, technical mishaps, and lessons learned. The team shares unforgettable anecdotes—from catastrophic data loss and ransomware close calls to servers stored in showers and lunchrooms, and network outages caused by painters and old microwaves. Hear how poor planning, ignoring backups, and skipping MFA led to expensive disasters, and get practical tips to avoid becoming the next cautionary tale. Whether you’re an IT pro or want to keep your business safe, this episode delivers expert advice, laughs, and a reminder: cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility!