Cybersecurity, Secure SMB

Were you impacted by yesterday’s Microsoft Exchange Online outage? You may be eligible for a service credit.

Microsoft incident EX1550543 affected Exchange Online beginning November 12 and continued into this morning. What many Microsoft 365 customers may not realize is that Microsoft has a contractual Service Level Agreement (SLA) covering Exchange Online. Under the October 2026 Microsoft Online Services SLA, Exchange Online service credits are: Availability below

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Cybersecurity, Secure SMB

How secure is your Microsoft 365 environment?

Many small and mid-sized businesses rely on Microsoft 365 every day, but simply having Microsoft 365 doesn’t mean the environment is configured to reduce the risks that matter most. For a limited time, Secure SMB

Most SMBs Don’t Need a Full-Time CISO. They Need Security Leadership.

Cybersecurity is no longer just an IT issue. Customers ask security questions before signing contracts. Cyber insurers demand evidence. Regulators continue raising expectations. At Secure SMB, we provide strategic cybersecurity leadership without the cost of

Is Your Business Protected Under Texas SB 2610?

Is Your Business Protected Under Texas SB 2610? Most Texas business owners don’t realize a new cybersecurity law could impact them after a data breach. Texas SB 2610 applies to many Texas businesses with fewer

Microsoft’s Latest Licensing Changes: Higher Prices, More Security, and a New Path for SMBs

Microsoft has announced major licensing and pricing changes across Microsoft 365, including increases for E3 and E5, the introduction of E7, and new security-focused add-ons for Business Premium customers. While some organizations will see higher

Most Small Businesses are Already Paying for Security They Aren’t Using

Many small businesses have spent years paying for Microsoft 365 licenses and security add-ons they never fully deployed. Microsoft's latest licensing updates—including new Business Premium security capabilities, Defender Suite, Purview Suite, E3, E5, and E7

Stop treating cybersecurity like an IT expense.

It’s not an IT expense — it’s a direct lever on your business outcomes. Every company has core goals: · Grow revenue· Protect customer relationships· Keep operations running·

Launching Secure SMB: Security That Protects Your Business—and Your Bottom Line

Most SMBs think they’re secure because they’re using Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace. They’re not. After years of seeing the same gaps—partial configurations, disconnected tools, and real financial exposure — I launched Secure SMB to

⚠️ Top 7 Cybersecurity Risks Facing Small Businesses in 2026

Cyber threats aren’t slowing down—and small businesses are no longer flying under the radar. In fact, SMBs are now one of the most targeted groups, largely because attackers know defenses are often weaker. If you’re

What Cyber Insurance Actually Requires in 2026 (And What Most SMBs Miss)

Cyber insurance used to be simple. Fill out a form. Pay a premium. You’re covered. That’s not how it works anymore. In 2026, insurers are tightening requirements—and most small businesses don’t realize they’re already out

🔐 Backup vs. Disaster Recovery: Why Most SMBs Are Still Not Protected

Most small businesses think they’re safe because they “have backups.” Unfortunately, that assumption is exactly what gets them into trouble. When ransomware hits or systems fail, the difference between backup and disaster recovery becomes painfully

🚨 5 Cybersecurity Mistakes That Will Get Your SMB Denied for Cyber Insurance

Most SMBs think they’re “covered” because they have antivirus or backups… and then get denied or excluded from coverage when it actually matters. At Secure SMB, we’ve seen it repeatedly. Below are the 5 most