Why the Cloud is Great for Business
Currently 95% of businesses are using the cloud in some form. It keeps your employees more connected, your computer network more secure, and it lowers costs and controls capital expenditures. Businesses of all sizes are embracing cloud technology because of the unprecedented flexibility, scalability, security and overall cost savings. Adopting a cloud-based IT network is…
Read MoremPowered IT Recognized as 2021 Partner of the Year
Roswell, GA – 3/18/2021 – mPowered IT, Comprehensive IT Service & Support for Business and Medical Practices, today announced its recognition as a 2021 Premiere Partner with Calyptix Security Corporation. mPowered IT provides its small and medium-size business customers with network security and management services using Calyptix’s all-in-one AccessEnforcer® cybersecurity solution. “We are very proud…
Read MorePenetration Testing Methodology
Our industry leading penetration tests (sometimes called “ethical hacking”) are standards-based. They are closely tied to the fundamentals found in the Open Source Security Testing Methodology Manual (OSSTMM), the Penetration Testing Execution Standard (PTES) and the Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) Penetration Testing Guide. The open method associated with OSSTMM builds on a foundation…
Read MorePenetration Testing (Ethical Hacking)
We understand compliance – In many cases the penetration test (“ethical hacking”) is part of compliance with PCI, HIPAA, among other various compliance regulatory frameworks. In addition to probing general network and server vulnerabilities, we can assess specific IT targets, flags, such as firewalls, wireless networks, and web applications, or areas and assets containing sensitive…
Read MoreHack Your Own Network To Stay Ahead Of The Hackers
We despise cybercriminals. They’re a menace to business. We’re very protective of small business in Atlanta and continuously up our game to stay ahead of them. We can do thorough penetration tests (ethical hacking) on your network to fix any vulnerabilities before you’re breached. Our Penetration Testing Methodology We use a penetration testing methodology (“ethical hacking”)…
Read MoreThe 5 key features of keeping your business safe
Penetration Testing (ethical hacking) will tell you how easy it may be to break through your firewall and access your data. Our penetration testing service allows your business to stay ahead of hackers with ongoing “hacking attempts” on your network. It’s much easier, more thorough, and less expensive than traditional security assessments. Why use mPowered…
Read MoremPowered IT Executive Named to Alpharetta Chamber Board
For immediate release: mPowered IT Executive Named to Alpharetta Chamber Board John Mamon, CEO of mPowered IT, has been named to the Board of Directors for the Alpharetta Chamber of Commerce. “As a local business owner myself, I am truly passionate about helping other businesses and organizations be successful. Giving back to the chamber…
Read MoreWhat is a Network Security Assessment/Penetration Test?
A penetration test, often referred to as pen testing, is an evaluation of your organization’s network security. It identifies security weaknesses that expose your business to malicious attacks. Unlike a traditional vulnerability assessment that only identifies security vulnerabilities within the tested environment, a penetration test usually takes it a step further by demonstrating potential impact. This…
Read More4 Ways to Help Schools Secure Their Remote Learning Environments
The continuation of homeschooling and remote learning has been challenging for parents, educators, students, and school IT administrators. Even before remote learning became the norm, schools were major targets for cyberattacks. According to the K-12 Cybersecurity Resource Center, since 2016, there have been at least 775 publicly disclosed cyber incidents against educational institutions in the U.S.…
Read MoreProtecting Healthcare Facilities from Ransomware in a Post-Pandemic World
Over the weekend, Universal Health Services (UHS), which operates over 400 healthcare facilities, was struck by one of the largest ransomware attacks in the U.S history that left multiple facilities without access to computer and phone systems. A data breach can bring a healthcare organization to its knees from a financial perspective. According to the University of North…
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