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Your Phone, Your Fort: Securing the Key to Your Digital Kingdom 

When discussing cyber security, it is common to picture complex computer networks, covert hackers, and rows of servers. Yet, there is a surprising element gaining prominence: your regular smartphone might be at the forefront of significant cyber security challenges. 

Think about all the roles your phone plays in your business and personal life – it is a camera, a wallet, a mailbox, and a keeper of secrets, all rolled into one sleek gadget that fits in your pocket. In 2019, experts sounded the alarm bells when they reported a whopping 50 percent hike in mobile banking attacks. That was just the tip of the iceberg; today, our phones are very attractive to attackers who are seeking quick gains and easy targets. 

The Real Deal with Mobile Threats 

Here is the deal – small business owners like you rely on smartphones to keep the lights on which means you have a mobile office in your pocket. Sending that quick email to a client, checking in with your team on-the-go, or making a fast payment to a supplier – it is all happening at the tap of a screen. But just as you are getting more done with your phone, hackers are upping their game, finding ways to sneak into these everyday transactions. 

This is not about fearmongering, but let us face it, nobody wants their private photos, business emails, or client data leaking out due to vulnerabilities on your mobile device that are attractive to a threat actor. 

A Glimpse into Your (Secure) Future in 2024 

Looking ahead, we see a digital landscape where your phone’s security needs to be as sharp as a business suit to a board meeting. Phishing scams? They are getting a modern makeover, imitating everything from your bank’s alerts to messages from suppliers. And with our tech getting smarter, the tricks are too – a video or voice message might not always be what it seems. 

Ever heard of ‘tap to pay’? It is handy, for sure, but in a world where tapping also means ‘open for business’ to hackers, it is a vulnerability. Cyber threat actors could be tapping into your financial streams without you even knowing. 

Don’t Worry, Holocron Cyber Has Got Your Six! 

We provide effective cyber security solutions for your business that allow you to focus on what matters most and keeping potential attackers at bay. Whether it is making sure your mobile devices are kept secured or training you and your team to identify a scam from miles away, we have got a lineup of services designed with your cyber security in mind. 

Our cyber security experts are friendly, our advice is jargon-free, and our commitment is unwavering. These are just some of the ways we can help you and your business:

• Security Awareness Training
• vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer)
• Essential 8 Audit
• Incident Response
• Managed SOC

So, let us join forces. Your business deserves a cyber security partner who understands your needs and keeps cyber criminals out of your phone and your life. Reach out to us at Holocron Cyber today to find out how we can better protect the digital assets that matter to you most. 

Safe swiping, tapping, and thriving, 

The Holocron Cyber Team 

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