The scariest online threats are the ones you don't even see coming. Picture this: a hacker tricks one of your employees with a sneaky phishing email, steals their username and password, and just walks right into your network. No alarms, no warning. 

The really good news is there's a simple fix that can make a huge difference: Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). Just setting this up is one of the biggest steps you can take to make your business much safer and a lot less likely to suffer a nasty cybersecurity breach.

I know the headache well: that one critical, but crusty, legacy application that the business relies on, but the vendor has long since abandoned. It's a non-negotiable part of operations, but it sits on an outdated OS or platform, a massive, blinking security vulnerability in the middle of our network. We can't patch it, and we can't immediately rip and replace it.

So, how do we sleep at night? The answer, increasingly, is through the strategic application of cloud computing. The cloud isn't just about cost savings or scalability; it's a fundamental change in how we manage risk, especially the risk posed by unpatchable, end-of-life (EOL) software.

Clutter accumulates everywhere—the household junk drawer, an employee’s car, and yes, even your business’ network. In your business network, this clutter is called “digital cruft” and can lead to some pretty serious problems if you aren’t careful.

Adopting smart office technology—from connected lighting and thermostats to sophisticated monitoring sensors—can transform your workspace, offering efficiency and a modern aesthetic. Yet, as IT experts, we must guide you past the shiny facade to confront a critical reality: every new smart device is a potential gateway for cyber threats.

You should not have to sacrifice security for the sake of being "high-tech." However, implementing these solutions without a robust security strategy is a risky gamble.

Does your organization have the good fortune of having an in-house IT department? More likely than not, even if you do, your department has maybe a couple of technicians at most, and they are all up to their ears in work, whether it’s keeping up with maintenance or struggling to implement new and innovative solutions. If you’re looking for ways to upgrade your organizational IT infrastructure, we recommend you start with a network audit to determine what needs to be done (and how we can help you do it).

They say a man’s home is his castle. We’d contend that a more apt comparison is that someone’s business is more like their castle, realistically speaking.

As such, it is essential to ensure your security in every way possible. Much like a traditional castle was constructed to keep threats out, your business’ security needs to be approached in a similar way.

While we aren’t suggesting that you literally dig a moat or maintain cauldrons full of boiling oil, you do need to implement security measures that serve the same purpose for your business and its network.

With so many devices now connecting to the Internet, decreasing your business’ threat surface area is more important than ever. Your threat surface area consists of any device that connects to your organization’s IT infrastructure, and if you’re not careful or forget a couple of oddball wearables, you could be looking at a data breach. Today, we want to go over how you can prevent that from happening.

Picture this: You're a Maryland business owner, discussing a crucial IT upgrade or vetting a new managed service provider. The representative offers a reassuring smile and says, "Don't worry about the details, just trust us. We've got this." It sounds confident, maybe even comforting. But relying on that vague assurance for your company's technology backbone is like building a house without blueprints—incredibly risky.

Trust is vital, but in the complex world of IT, verification is essential. The old saying caveat emptor ("let the buyer beware") still holds true. Blindly trusting an IT provider without concrete proof can expose your Baltimore or Bel-Air business to significant dangers.

Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) in Maryland comes with unique rewards and challenges. You're focused on serving your customers, managing your team, and driving growth. But in today's increasingly digital world, a hidden danger looms large: cyber threats. Cybercriminals are becoming more sophisticated, and unfortunately, SMBs are often seen as prime targets.

Here at Dresner Group, Maryland's #1 IT Services Provider, we're committed to helping local businesses like yours navigate the complex cybersecurity landscape. Staying informed is the first step in protecting your valuable data and operations. Based on current trends and our expertise, here are the top 5 cybersecurity threats we see facing Maryland SMBs in 2025, along with practical steps you can take to defend your business.

Baltimore is home to a thriving community of small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). The city itself is no stranger to major IT outages and cyberattacks. With cyberthreats on the rise, SMBs are often the primary target because hackers assume they have fewer defenses in place.

In this post, we’ll cover the most common IT security mistakes Baltimore businesses make and provide practical solutions to protect your company, employees, and customers.

Small businesses today generate a lot of data. From customer details and sales records to inventory tracking and employee schedules, you need to be able to structure this data so that you can use it effectively. Keeping that data organized and accessible is important, but managing it effectively can often be a hassle. This is where smart database management comes in. When done right, it helps businesses run smoother and often save money.

If you or your business are worried about cybersecurity, we’d like to say, “Congratulations, you get it!” Too many people fail to take cybersecurity seriously, and with hackers and data breaches making headlines worldwide, you cannot underestimate them. Today, we want to cover how a cybersecurity consultant can save you time, money, and stress over your security systems.

Network security is hard. That’s why so many businesses struggle to implement the solutions they so desperately need to stay safe and relevant. Today, we want to demystify some of these components and lay out in clear terms what your highest priorities should be for your business’ network security.

Technology is a major part of today’s business. It’s fair to say anyone that works in business today is at least semi-proficient with the technology needed to complete their tasks. Unfortunately, for many people, however, the fact that their business requires complicated technology is problematic. This is because at any given moment there are people looking to undermine their job, seeking access to accounts that will allow them to siphon money and data from organizations. 

By now, cybersecurity should be a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. The stakes are particularly high for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Cyberthreats, from phishing to malware, pose significant risks.

These threats can disrupt operations, compromise sensitive data, and damage reputations. This guide aims to empower SMB employees with the knowledge and tools to bolster their cybersecurity defenses.

There are many parts of running a business where you cannot be too careful, one of which is the realm of cybersecurity. Many of the preventative measures you can implement aim to keep issues from making their way to your infrastructure in the first place, which makes sense from an operational standpoint. With an endpoint detection and response solution—or EDR—you’ll take an important step toward keeping most threats off your infrastructure.

Your typical IT professional might suggest some common methods of network security like implementing better preventative measures, like firewalls and antivirus. However, there is more that goes into network security—far more. If you’re not careful, you could accidentally miss some of these three security solutions and expose your business to potential threats. But we’re not about to let that happen!

Baltimore businesses need to have a reliable and efficient network to stay competitive and prevent loss through downtime. With the increasing reliance on technology and the internet, businesses must ensure their network is always up and running. This is where network monitoring and support comes in.

Network security is complicated, and as such, you need to have considerable knowledge of it to ensure that your business is as secure as possible against the plethora of threats out there. Thankfully, you don’t have to do it alone. We want to give you some insight into the dos and don’ts of network security.

The year 2023 was a turning point for cybersecurity. With the rise of remote work and increased reliance on technology, cybercriminals took advantage of network vulnerabilities and launched a record number of attacks. As we move into 2024, it's crucial for businesses to assess their cybersecurity readiness and take proactive measures to protect their digital assets.