Cybersecurity Governance for SMBs: A Practical Guide for Business Owners
Many small businesses invest in cybersecurity tools but overlook the governance practices that make those tools effective. Learn how cybersecurity governance, risk assessments, security policies, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 can help your organization build a stronger security foundation and better manage cyber risk.
Fake Recruiters on LinkedIn: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business
LinkedIn and online job platforms have become valuable tools for career growth, but cybercriminals and foreign threat actors are increasingly using them to target professionals and businesses. Learn how to identify fake recruiters, protect sensitive information, and reduce your risk.
The AI Security Wake Up Call: How SMBs Can Safely Adopt Artificial Intelligence
The race to adopt artificial intelligence is accelerating across nearly every industry. Organizations are integrating AI into business operations to improve productivity, reduce costs, and gain competitive advantages. Yet many small businesses are discovering that rapid adoption often outpaces security planning.
Cybercriminals have noticed the same trend.
Attackers are leveraging AI to create more convincing phishing campaigns, automate reconnaissance activities, and increase the scale and speed of attacks. As businesses expand their use of AI technologies, cybersecurity strategies must evolve alongside them.
The organizations that gain the greatest value from AI will not necessarily be those adopting it the fastest. They will be the organizations implementing it securely from the beginning.
Quishing: The Rising QR Code Threat Businesses and Consumers Must Understand
QR codes have become a convenient part of everyday life, but cybercriminals are now exploiting them through a growing threat known as quishing. This form of social engineering hides malicious links inside QR codes delivered through emails, text messages, and even physical advertisements. Learn how quishing attacks work, what warning signs to look for, and the steps businesses and individuals can take to reduce the risk.
AI in 2026: Why Security Must Be the Foundation of the Next Technological Revolution
Artificial Intelligence is no longer experimental. In 2026, it is embedded in business operations, customer experiences, and everyday decision-making. As AI adoption accelerates, security, governance, and responsible use must move from afterthoughts to foundational requirements for organizations and consumers alike.
Most Businesses Don’t Know Their Cyber Risk Until It’s Too Late
This cybersecurity readiness assessment helps organizations understand their current security posture and identify priority areas for improvement.
Cybercriminals Love the Holidays: How to Protect Yourself and Your Business
Holiday scammers take advantage of the busy season by launching targeted email, text, and domain impersonation attacks. From fake delivery alerts to TOAD schemes and look-alike domains, both consumers and businesses face heightened risk. This guide explains the latest threats and practical steps to stay protected during the holidays.
Google Tightens Bulk Sender Rules: Are You Ready?
Gmail’s new bulk sender rules are reshaping email marketing and deliverability. Starting November 2025, senders must align SPF and DKIM, publish DMARC, and maintain complaint rates below 0.3 %. At Poole Technology Solutions, we help businesses prepare now to ensure compliance and protect their brand reputation.
NIST CSF 2.0 for Small Teams: A 30-Day Quick Start Guide
Cybersecurity doesn’t have to be complex to be effective. NIST CSF 2.0 gives small and mid-sized organizations a practical blueprint for identifying risks, protecting systems, and building long-term resilience. In this 30-day quick start, Poole Technology Solutions shows how to turn framework goals into achievable, real-world action.
🚨 End of an Era: Windows 10 Support Is Ending — What Businesses and Users Need to Know Before October 2025
Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025, marking the end of regular security updates and technical support. While Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates (ESU) program offers one extra year of protection, it’s a temporary fix — not a long-term solution. Now is the time to plan your migration strategy and safeguard your organization against post–end-of-life vulnerabilities.