Cyber Essentials and zero trust belong in the same conversation. Texas SMBs often treat them as separate concerns, one a certification framework, the other an enterprise security philosophy. That thinking leaves a gap that attackers are happy to walk through. Zero trust is a security model built on a single principle: trust nothing, verify everything.Continue reading “How Cyber Essentials Fits Into a Zero-Trust Mindset”
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How to Build a Security Policy Without Hiring a Consultant
Building a security policy without hiring a consultant is more achievable than most Texas small business owners realize — and it starts with understanding that a solid policy does not require a law firm, a six-figure IT budget, or a stack of certifications. It requires clear thinking, a few hours of focused work, and aContinue reading “How to Build a Security Policy Without Hiring a Consultant”
Can iPhones Get Viruses? (Short answer: Yes—rarely. But iPhones still get hacked.)
If you’ve heard “iPhones can’t get viruses,” here’s the truth: iOS is very well-designed. However, attackers don’t need a classic “virus” to compromise an iPhone. In 2025, the biggest risks are zero-click exploits, phishing, shady profiles, and unsafe add-ons—threats that target people, not just code. The real ways iPhones get compromised 1) Zero-click & zero-dayContinue reading “Can iPhones Get Viruses? (Short answer: Yes—rarely. But iPhones still get hacked.)”