Philip

After 30 years in cybersecurity, I’ve stepped away from the 9-to-5 grind, but not from the mission. Today, I help small businesses protect what matters most with clear, expert cybersecurity advice, no jargon, just proven strategies that work.

When I’m not helping business owners stay one step ahead of cyber threats, you’ll find me exploring the world underwater as a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer and Diveheart Adaptive Scuba Instructor or planning my next world travel adventure with my bride of almost 35 years (our travel mantra is "Spend the inheritance before the kids get it!")

Whether you’re looking for a trusted advisor, a guest speaker, a mentor, or just someone to share travel and scuba stories with (I take pretty good underwater pictures), let's connect.

Learn how tax fraud impacted SMBs in a shocking $819K scam. Discover practical steps to protect your business from phishing and identity theft.

How Tax Fraud Scammers Exposed SMB Risks: Lessons from an $819K Cyber Scheme

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If you think tax fraud only hits greedy corporations with roomfuls of lawyers, think again. In a case that should make every small business owner sit up straight, a France-based Nigerian national is facing up to 47 years behind bars for a scheme that stole over $819,000 using phishing attacks aimed at, of all things, tax prep firms and remote small businesses. The tool? A cleverly disguised spear-phishing email campaign that unleashed malware, stole client identities, and milked the system for fraudulent IRS refunds and Small Business Administration loans.

Learn how cyber insurance for small businesses in 2025 is more affordable and why smart coverage, not just cost, is key to staying resilient.

Explosive Strategies: Cyber Insurance for Small Businesses in 2025

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Cyber insurance for small businesses isn’t just a buzzword anymore, it’s quickly becoming a lifeline. With the digital threat landscape heating up, small businesses are increasingly finding themselves in the crosshairs of cybercriminals. And the fallout from a hack or data breach isn’t just an IT headache; it’s a financial and reputational gut punch. If you’re a small business owner and still sitting on the fence about whether you need cyber insurance, 2025 might just be your year to jump in, because coverage options are getting better, and believe it or not, cheaper.

Protect your business from GenAI exposure risks. Find out how to secure sensitive data, train your team, and enforce smarter AI policies today.

Mitigating GenAI Exposure Risks: Protect Your Business Now

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If you run a small business, there’s a new kind of risk creeping in quietly through your employees’ browsers, unapproved use of Chinese GenAI (generative AI) platforms. This so-called GenAI exposure isn’t just about random tech experiments anymore. Nearly one in twelve employees are already using tools like DeepSeek, Baidu Chat, and Qwen, and here’s the kicker: half the time, they’re sending sensitive stuff like code, passwords, financials, and even personal info through these platforms.

Avoid the nightmare of a weak password breach. Learn how small businesses can protect themselves with practical, no-nonsense password security tips.

One Password to Ruin Them All: Don’t Let a Weak Password Become Your Final Breach

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In the world of cyber threats, it’s often the little things that tear big holes. That’s exactly what happened when a single weak password led to the downfall of KNP Logistics, a 158-year-old company that had weathered world wars and economic crashes but couldn’t survive a modern breach. The sad irony? This disaster wasn’t caused by some elite hacking group using cutting-edge tools. No, this was a case of old-school poor password hygiene and complacency. And for small businesses, this story should be one massive, blinking warning sign.

Learn how to enable MFA for your small business with software and hardware tools. Stay protected from phishing, credential theft, and data breaches.

Enable MFA for Unlocking Security Success Effortlessly

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If you’re a small business owner, there’s a good chance you’ve heard cybersecurity pros talk about how important it is to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Maybe you’re already using it on your personal email or bank account, but the big question is this: have you rolled it out across your business yet? If not, you’re leaving a door wide open for cybercriminals who thrive on stolen passwords, phishing scams, and sheer luck. MFA adds that extra layer of defense, forcing an attacker to need more than just your password to break in, and for small businesses, it’s a must-have.

Protect your small business from the active SharePoint zero-day threat. Follow urgent tips to secure vulnerable on-prem servers from remote code attacks.

Urgent Alert for SharePoint Zero-Day: Protect Your Servers Before It’s Too Late

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Zero-Day Alert. Stop what you’re doing and pay urgent attention: if your small business is running an on-premises SharePoint server, it’s time to take action! A dangerous SharePoint zero-day vulnerability is out in the wild, and it’s already hitting companies hard. Over 75 organizations have been compromised as of now. The attack abuses a Remote Code Execution (RCE) flaw, meaning hackers can completely hijack your server without needing to log in. This isn’t abstract cybersecurity doom-speak, this is real, it’s active, and your on-prem servers may already be at risk if you haven’t taken immediate action.

Malicious Chrome Extensions hijacked 100,000 users. Learn how small businesses can defend against browser-based spyware before it's too late.

Malicious Chrome Extensions: How One Browser Plugin Hijacked 100,000 Users & What SMBs Can Do About It

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Malicious Chrome extensions are becoming a major security threat for small businesses, and a recent discovery shows just how bad it can get. A seemingly innocuous Chrome browser plugin, downloaded by over 100,000 users, turned out to be a well-disguised piece of spyware. It hijacked user sessions and redirected traffic, essentially snooping on everything from login sessions to online activity. For small businesses already juggling a hundred other priorities, this kind of silent breach can be devastating.

Create your own cybersecurity playbook with this DIY guide for small businesses. Learn to assess, mitigate, and manage cybersecurity risk efficiently.

DIY Cybersecurity Playbook: Build Your SMB Security Program Solo

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If you’re a small business owner wearing all the hats, from CEO to IT helpdesk, let me tell you why having a solid cyber playbook isn’t just a “nice to have” anymore. It’s your business’s digital survival kit. Threats are no longer just targeting big-money corporations. These days, the bad guys know small businesses often have weaker defenses, and they’re exploiting that. The good news? You don’t need a six-figure budget to defend yourself. You just need to follow a clear, realistic plan, your very own cyber playbook.

QR Code Phishing is rising fast. Here's how small businesses can train employees and secure devices to stay ahead of these new phishing threats.

Controversial QR Code Phishing: How Small Businesses Can Stay One Step Ahead

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QR Code Phishing is becoming one of the fastest-growing threats targeting small businesses today. It’s sneaky, low-effort for attackers, and plays on something we’ve all gotten used to, those little pixelated squares we scan without a second thought. But now, cybercriminals are stuffing those QR codes with malicious traps, tricking folks into giving up sensitive info or downloading nasty software straight to their phones. For small business owners juggling a dozen priorities a day, this isn’t just another thing to worry about, this is something that can knock you flat if you’re not careful.

This proven small business blueprint makes building powerful security awareness simple, practical, and even fun. Boost your team’s defenses today.

Security Awareness Simplified: A Small Business Blueprint That Actually Works

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When it comes to protecting your small business, security awareness isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s your first line of defense. With nearly 95% of breaches caused by human error, educating your people can make or break your cybersecurity posture. Whether it’s phishing scams, weak passwords, or sketchy Wi-Fi use, your team’s decisions every day matter more than any software you install. That’s why getting security awareness right is more important now than ever.