SKB Cyber

SKB Cyber Business, Technology, & Cybersecurity Consulting. Woman-Owned. Serving Small to Mid-Sized

🐋 Beluga believe it? Sighting Alert!You never know where SKB Cyber might show up this summer…This week, our logo was sp...
05/29/2026

🐋 Beluga believe it?

Sighting Alert!

You never know where SKB Cyber might show up this summer…

This week, our logo was spotted at the Shedd Aquarium with a very special guest making an appearance in the background (we think he’s smiling 🐋)!

From community events to unexpected adventures, SKB Cyber is making its way around this summer. Keep your eyes open because you never know when you’ll spot us next.

If you see SKB Cyber out and about, snap a picture, tag us, and use for your chance to be featured (and entered to win some fun SKB Cyber prizes)!

📍 Spotted: Shedd Aquarium
👀 Next sighting: To be determined…

It was such a nice evening at the kickoff of makeHERspace at Distillery Labs 💙A heartfelt thank you to Jeffrey Inman for...
05/28/2026

It was such a nice evening at the kickoff of makeHERspace at Distillery Labs 💙

A heartfelt thank you to Jeffrey Inman for the time and passion he pours into creating opportunities for young women in our community. Programs like this truly matter, and SKB Cyber is proud to support the mission behind it.

Summer travel tip: protect your tech like it’s part of your luggage, because it is. Whether you’re heading across town, ...
05/27/2026

Summer travel tip: protect your tech like it’s part of your luggage, because it is.

Whether you’re heading across town, across the state, or across the country, your devices are carrying more than photos and playlists. They may also hold work emails, passwords, financial apps, client information, business files, and access to your accounts.

Before you hit the road, keep these tech travel tips in mind:

Don’t leave devices in your vehicle.
Laptops, tablets, phones, and hotspots are easy targets for theft, even if they’re tucked under a seat. Heat can also damage batteries, screens, and internal components faster than you think.

Restart your devices when traveling.
A quick restart can help resolve temporary issues, refresh connections, and apply pending updates to keep your device running safely.

Be careful with public Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi at airports, hotels, restaurants, and events can be risky. Avoid logging into banking, business accounts, or sensitive systems on public networks unless you’re using a trusted VPN.

Watch your devices in crowded spaces.
Keep phones, wallets, cards, and laptops close. Crowded places are prime spots for theft, skimming, shoulder surfing, and malicious actors looking for easy opportunities. RFID blocking wallets are a cyber friend.

Use your own chargers and cords.
Public charging stations may be convenient, but it’s safer to use your own wall plug or a portable battery pack.

Lock it down before you leave.
Use strong passcodes, enable multi-factor authentication, enable device tracking and disk encryption, and back up important files before your trip.

A little preparation can save you from a major travel headache.

Before you pack the sunscreen, snacks, and sunglasses, take a few minutes to secure your tech.

Stay safe, stay cool, and stay cyber aware this summer.

SKB Cyber
Small Business Support. Big Business Security.
www.skbcyber.com

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the reason we enjoy the freedoms we often take for granted.

This Memorial Day, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who served, those we have lost, and the families who continue to carry their legacy forward. 🇺🇸

From all of us at SKB Cyber, thank you for your courage, sacrifice, and service. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

☀️ It’s officially the Summer of SKB! ☀️You never know where SKB Cyber will show up next: around town, at community even...
05/22/2026

☀️ It’s officially the Summer of SKB! ☀️

You never know where SKB Cyber will show up next: around town, at community events, on the road, or maybe even somewhere unexpected.

Here’s how to join the fun:

Watch for SKB Cyber this summer
Like, comment, and share our posts
Snap a picture or tag us when you spot SKB Cyber out and about
Use so we can find your post

Each sighting, tag, comment, and share helps you get entered to win fun SKB Cyber prizes throughout the summer!

We’re excited for a season full of community, connection, and a little cyber-style fun.

Keep your eyes open… SKB Cyber may be closer than you think. 👀

www.skbcyber.com

Technology can either help your business grow… or quietly create problems behind the scenes.Here are 5 things every smal...
05/21/2026

Technology can either help your business grow… or quietly create problems behind the scenes.

Here are 5 things every small business should be doing right now with their technology:

Use Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
If your accounts only rely on passwords, you’re taking a big risk.
Keep systems and software updated
Those “update later” notifications matter more than most people realize.
Back up your data
Not just once. Regularly. And make sure those backups actually work.
Train employees on cybersecurity awareness
Most cyber incidents start with human error, not advanced hacking.
Have someone review your technology regularly
Small issues become expensive problems when nobody is paying attention.

You don’t have to be a large company to take cybersecurity seriously.

In fact, small businesses are often the biggest targets because they think they’re too small to be noticed.

🌐 www.skbcyber.com

Spotted at Dozer Park ⚾SKB Cyber is proud to support the Peoria Chiefs and be part of such an incredible community. We’r...
05/19/2026

Spotted at Dozer Park ⚾

SKB Cyber is proud to support the Peoria Chiefs and be part of such an incredible community. We’re looking forward to a fun summer at the ballpark cheering on our hometown team!

If you’re at the game, keep an eye out for us 👀

SKB Cyber is proud to support the Peoria Chiefs and be part of such an incredible community. We’re looking forward to a fun summer at the ballpark, cheering on our hometown team!

A lot of people think cybersecurity is only about computers, passwords, and hackers.Honestly, some of the biggest securi...
05/19/2026

A lot of people think cybersecurity is only about computers, passwords, and hackers.

Honestly, some of the biggest security risks we see have nothing to do with technology at all.

When cyber professionals walk into a business, we’re looking at the whole environment.

Are computers unlocked when employees walk away?
Are passwords sitting on sticky notes?
Can visitors wander through the office unnoticed?
Is sensitive paperwork left on printers or desks?
Who has access to networking equipment or server rooms?

You’d be surprised how often physical security gaps turn into cybersecurity problems.

The reality is this:

A firewall can’t help if someone can physically access your systems.

Good cybersecurity is about awareness. It’s about creating habits, processes, and environments that make it harder for problems to happen in the first place.

Take a look around your office today through the eyes of a cyber expert. You might notice things you’ve never thought about before.

If you’re not sure where to start, SKB Cyber can help.

🌐 www.skbcyber.com

New Google scams are getting smarter. Be safe and know what to look for! Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating G...
05/16/2026

New Google scams are getting smarter. Be safe and know what to look for!

Cybercriminals are increasingly impersonating Google through emails, phone calls, texts, fake ads, and even AI-generated voice scams. Many look convincingly real.

⚠️ Common Google-related scams happening right now:

Fake Google Security Alerts
You receive an email saying your account was hacked or suspended. The message urges you to “verify” your login immediately through a fake sign-in page.

Google Support Call Scams
Scammers pretend to be Google Support and claim there’s suspicious activity on your account. Google will NOT randomly call you to fix your account.

Google Docs & Drive Sharing Scams
A fake shared document or Drive file contains malicious links designed to steal login credentials.

Fake Google Ads at the Top of Search Results
Cybercriminals buy ads impersonating banks, software companies, airlines, and even Google itself. Clicking can lead to phishing sites.

AI Voice & Deepfake Impersonation
Scammers are now using AI-generated voices pretending to be coworkers, executives, or family members asking for passwords, money, or verification codes.

How to protect yourself:

✅ Never click login links from unexpected emails or texts
✅ Go directly to accounts.google.com instead
✅ Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
✅ Verify phone calls independently
✅ Check email sender addresses carefully
✅ Avoid clicking sponsored search results when logging into sensitive accounts

Remember: urgency is a scammer’s favorite weapon!!!

Slow down. Verify first. Stay cyber aware.

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