Operating System Patching Process 

Overview SMB Solutions applies Microsoft operating system updates through a staged, human-supervised process that keeps your servers secure without exposing your business to the risk of a faulty update.  Microsoft releases security and quality updates on the second Tuesday of each month, known as “Patch Tuesday”. Installing those updates everywhere on the day they are […]

What Are Passkeys, and Should Your Business Use Them?

Passwords are the weak point in most businesses. People reuse them across accounts, write them on sticky notes, and type them into convincing fake login pages without realising it. Passkeys are the technology built to replace passwords, and they fix the parts that cause the most trouble. A passkey lets you sign in with the […]

The “Legacy Debt” Audit: Identifying the 3 Oldest Risks in Your Server Room

The most dangerous thing in a server room is often the phrase, “Don’t touch that.” It’s usually said with a half-joke and a grimace. It refers to the old box that “still works”, runs something important, and has survived so many fixes and workarounds that nobody feels confident changing it anymore. That’s legacy debt. Not […]

Micro-SaaS Vetting: The 5-Minute Security Check for Browser Add-ons

Browser add-ons have a funny reputation. They feel “small”. A quick install. A tiny productivity boost. A harmless little helper that lives in your toolbar. But in practice, a browser extension is more like a micro-SaaS vendor sitting inside your browser session. It can see what you see, interact with the pages you open, and […]

Phishing Attack Trends to Keep Your Eyes Open For

Stay on top of the newest phishing trends so you can prepare your team. In 2020, 75% of companies worldwide experienced a phishing attack. Phishing remains one of the biggest dangers to your business’s health and wellbeing because it’s the main delivery method for many types of cyberattacks. One phishing email can be responsible for […]