managed security services
11 articles tagged "managed security services" — strategic IT insights for North Carolina businesses.
The Preferred Data team writes for North Carolina small businesses, manufacturers, and defense contractors from our base in High Point, NC. Below is every post on managed security services. Need help applying any of this to your own environment? Talk to PDC at (336) 886-3282.
AI Phishing Drives 73% of SMB Breaches: NC Guide 2026
AI phishing drives 73% of SMB breaches and 88% of small business ransomware. Learn how NC businesses defend against AI-powered attacks in 2026.
29% of Breaches Start With a Vendor: NC SMB 2026 Guide
Third-party data breaches drive 29% of incidents and increasingly hit small businesses through their vendors. NC SMB supply chain defense guide 2026.
FBI IC3: $20.9B Cybercrime Losses Hit Small Businesses Hard
FBI 2025 IC3 report: record $20.9B in cybercrime losses, up 26% YoY. Why NC small businesses are top targets and how to defend. Call (336) 886-3282.
Fortinet & SonicWall Firewall Crisis: NC SMBs Must Patch Now
Fortinet CVE-2026-24858 and SonicWall CVE-2024-53704 drove 56% of 2026 firewall attacks. Akira ransomware exploits unpatched edges. NC SMBs must act now.
Vercel OAuth Breach: SaaS Supply Chain Risk for NC SMBs
April 2026 Vercel breach exposed third-party OAuth risk for SMBs. How NC small businesses audit and harden SaaS exposure. Call (336) 886-3282.
88% of SMB Breaches Now Involve Ransomware: NC Small Business Defense Plan
Verizon's 2026 DBIR shows 88% of SMB breaches now involve ransomware vs 39% for large orgs. NC ransomware incidents are up 50%. Here's what to do this quarter.
SonicWall SNWLID-2026-0004: 3 Critical Firewall Flaws NC Businesses Must Patch Now
SonicWall disclosed three SonicOS vulnerabilities April 29, 2026 affecting Gen6, Gen7, and Gen8 firewalls. Learn what NC small businesses must do to avoid compromise.
CMMC 48 CFR Final Rule: NC Defense Contractors Have 6 Months to Phase 2
The CMMC 48 CFR final rule went live November 10, 2025. Phase 2 begins November 2026 requiring third-party assessments. Learn what NC small businesses must do now.
What Is Claude Mythos? AI Cybersecurity Explained for NC SMBs
Claude Mythos is Anthropic's AI that found thousands of zero-days. Learn what it means for NC small businesses and how to protect yours. Call (336) 886-3282.
Ransomware Payments Drop to 28% Record Low Even as Attacks Surge 50%: What NC Businesses Must Know
New Chainalysis data shows ransomware payment rates hit an all-time low of 28%, but attacks surged 50% year-over-year with $820M+ in payments. Learn what separates businesses that recover without payi…
Penetration Testing for Small Business: When and Why NC Companies Need It
Learn when NC small businesses need penetration testing, costs ($5K-$35K), compliance requirements, and how to choose a provider. BBB A+ rated. Call (336) 886-3282.