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If you felt like your inbox was filled with suspicious emails this week, you’re not alone. Scammers love taking advantage of the holiday season when businesses are short-staffed, and employees are more likely to be distracted. With Labor Day Weekend behind us, now is a great time to reflect on how these phishing attempts can slip through the cracks and what you can do to protect your business going forward.
Why Holiday Weekends Are a Hotspot for Phishing Scams
During holiday weekends, businesses often operate with reduced staff, meaning fewer eyes on the lookout for potential security threats. Employees may also be working from home, using less secure networks, or simply more distracted by the long weekend, making it easier for scammers to strike.
We saw an uptick in phishing emails last week, especially fake delivery notices, bogus sale offers, and urgent requests for sensitive information. These attempts are designed to catch you off guard during your time off.
How to Protect Yourself and Your Business Moving Forward
Train Your Team to Stay Alert: Even though the holiday is over, it’s important to remind your staff about phishing scams. Regular training on how to spot suspicious emails—especially those with unexpected attachments or unsolicited requests for sensitive data—can help prevent future breaches.
Implement Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Protect your business by using 2FA. This adds an extra layer of security, making it harder for scammers to access your systems, even if they get hold of a password.
Keep Your Security Systems Updated: Ensure that your antivirus software and firewall settings are current. After a busy weekend, it’s a good idea to double-check your network’s security and update anything that might be outdated.
Review Your Backup Systems: Last week’s surge in phishing emails is a reminder of how critical it is to back up your data regularly. If ransomware had hit, having your data backed up could be the difference between a minor hiccup and a major crisis.
Monitor Unusual Activity: Be proactive in monitoring your network for unusual activity. Cybercriminals don’t wait for the next holiday to strike, so having real-time monitoring can help detect threats early.
Take Action with a Free Cyber Health Check This Fall
The last holiday weekend may be over, but cyber threats are constant. Now is the time to assess your network’s health and ensure you’re protected before the next wave of phishing scams hits.
At DRP Solutions, we’re offering a free Cyber Health Check this fall. Our expert team will review your systems, identify any vulnerabilities, and help you strengthen your defenses.
Schedule your free consultation today and stay ahead of future cyber threats!