Tag: Cybersecure California
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The Cyber Risks of Cloud Accounting: What Every CPA Firm Needs to Check Before Tax Day
It’s crunch time for CPA firms across California. Deadlines are looming, inboxes are overflowing, and cloud accounting platforms are working overtime. But there’s one thing many firms overlook in the rush to file returns and finalize financials:Cybersecurity. If your practice uses cloud-based accounting software like QuickBooks Online, Xero, or Drake, it’s time to double-check your…
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Why Cybersecurity Should Be a Monthly Agenda Item for Your Leadership Team
In today’s digital world, cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue — it’s a business risk, a financial concern, a legal liability, and a reputational threat all rolled into one. That’s why every organization needs a proactive cybersecurity leadership strategy. When cybersecurity is discussed regularly at the leadership level, businesses are better equipped to…
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Why California Car Dealerships That Offer Financing Need PEN Testing — Now More Than Ever
If you’re running a car dealership in California, you already wear a lot of hats — sales, service, inventory, compliance. But if you offer financing, you’ve quietly become something else too: A data hub. And where there’s data — there are hackers. In 2025, cybercriminals aren’t just going after banks and tech companies. They’re targeting…
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The Hidden Tech Mistake That’s Quietly Hurting California Businesses
When most business owners think about what makes or breaks their company, they focus on the obvious: customer service, team performance, and managing finances. But there’s one silent factor that doesn’t get nearly enough attention — and it’s often the real reason behind lost productivity, growing cybersecurity risks, and stalled business growth. That factor?Your technology.…
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Don’t Cut Cybersecurity When Cutting Costs: Why California Businesses Must Stay Secure in Uncertain Times
It’s no secret — things feel shaky right now. With new tariffs rolling out, the economy slowing down, and everyday Californians pulling back on spending, a lot of small and midsize business owners are asking the same question: “Where can I cut back to survive the storm?” We get it. When revenue tightens, the instinct…
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Tax Season Is Open Season for Hackers – Here’s How to Protect Your California Business
Tax season is crunch time — not just for you, but for cybercriminals too. While you’re racing to gather documents, communicate with your accountant, and meet government deadlines, hackers are hard at work exploiting the chaos. And if you’re a small or midsize business in California, you’re right in their crosshairs. At Cybersecure California, we’re…