The Business Owners IT Podcast Ep. 6 - The Danger of Social Engineering: Business Owners Must Know

Welcome to The Business Owner's IT Podcast with Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter - Episode 6. This podcast discusses tips, tricks, and solutions for business owners involving all things tech. First up, we provide an important update on the recent Crowdstrike compromise. Crowdstrike has released an in-depth analysis detailing how the compromise occurred and the measures they're implementing to prevent such incidents in the future. But this raises a crucial question: When a company of this size delivers compromised code to so many endpoints, how can you trust them again? Anthony and Ryan explore this dilemma and offer their expert opinions. You can read the full analysis of the Crowdstrike compromise here: https://www.crowdstrike.com/blog/falcon-update-for-windows-hosts-technical-details/ Next, we discuss a personal experience involving Ryan Carter, who recently nearly fell victim to a social engineering attack. This incident is a stark reminder that no one is immune to cyber threats, regardless of their expertise. Ryan shares his story and the lessons learned, highlighting the importance of staying vigilant. Finally, don’t miss our Business Owner's Tip of the Week: Never let a stranger remote into your computer. This simple yet powerful advice can save you from potential disasters. Tune in for these crucial discussions and more, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of business technology! Don't forget to subscribe to stay updated with the latest episodes. Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We’re not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions