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Email Encryption

Why Encrypt Email?

With an increase in regulatory pressures, identity theft, and highly publicized security breaches in the media, companies that do not encrypt emails containing sensitive information are at risk of regulatory fines, lawsuits, negative publicity, and loss of intellectual property.

Email encryption provides a robust approach to securing confidential data.

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Advanced Email Encryption Protection

Regulatory Compliance

Supports policy driven encryption to help meet regulatory and industry requirements

Automatic Key Management

Provides automatic retrieval and distrubtion of public encryption keys

Content Scanning

Scans messages and attachments to identify sensitive content automatically

Secure Delivery

Enables secure message delivery with read, reply , and forward capabilities

Comprehensive Email Encryption Services

✔ Centralized, policy-based email encryption

✔ Automatic encryption-based on message content or company policy

✔ Encryption, rerouting, or blocking of emails as needed

✔ Public key retrieval and distribution

✔ Transparent protection for end users

✔ Secure recipient access throught push delivery

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How Our Email Encryption Service Works

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Policy Setup

We help define the roles and policies for the email and then should be encrypted, rerouted, or blocked.

Automated Detection

Automated content scanning of messages and attachments, providing transparent encryption for your company’s email senders

Secure Email Doesn't Have to Be Complicated

A robust approach to securing confidential data can be easy and cost effective.  Connecting Point Computer Centers  IT professionals can simplify the overall solution, overall cost and eliminate the complexity of secure email delivery.

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Incident Response

Planning for Fast, Organized Recovery

Build a clear incident response plan that helps your business detect, contain, and recover from cyber threats with less downtime and confusion.

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What is Incident Response

An incident response plan (IR Plan) is a documented set of instructions that defines
how your organization responds to cybersecurity events.

Incident response is the process used to prepare for, detect, contain, and recover from a cybersecurity incident or data breach.

Why It Matters

    • Reduces downtime
    • Limits damage
    • Eliminates confusion during attacks

What Is an Incident Response Plan

    • Structured document
    • Defines procedures, roles, communication
    • Guides response decisions
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What is an Incident Response Plan?

Business Alignment

Supports overall company goals

Response Strategy

Defines how incidents are handled

Phase-Based Actions

Step-by-step response structure

Roles & Responsibilities

Who does what during an incident

Communication Paths

Internal & external coordination

Metrics & Improvement

Measure and improve response over time

Why Incident Response Planning Matters

Supports successful litigation and legal documentation

Provides evidence for auditors and compliance

Preserves historical knowledge for future risk assessments

Continuously improves your overall security posture

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Need Help Building or Improving Your Incidence Response Plan

Connecting Point Computer Center creates real-world, actionable IR plans that reduce downtime and improve response clarity.

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    Risk Assessment

    Stop Cyber Threats Before They Impact Your Business

    Risk Assessment Services to identify vulnerabilities, prioritize risks, and protect your business with a structured cybersecurity risk assessment approach designed to reduce exposure and strengthen your defenses.

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    What is a Cybersecurity Risk Assessment?

    A risk assessment is a structured process used to identify, analyze, and reduce cybersecurity risks across your systems, data, and infrastructure.

    Key Benefits:
    ✔ Identifies critical assets and sensitive data
    ✔ Evaluates real-world threats and vulnerabilities
    ✔ Prioritizes risk based on business impact
    ✔ Guides smart security investments

    Instead of guessing where to invest in security, a risk assessment ensures every decision is strategic and focused on real threats.

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    Core Risk Assessment Framework

    Identification

    • Discover critical systems and assets
    • Map sensitive data locations
    • Build asset risk profiles

    Assessment

    • Analyze threats and vulnerabilities
    • Evaluate current controls
    • Determine risk severity and likelihood

    Mitigation

    • Apply targeted security controls
    • Reduce exposure to threats
    • Strengthen weak point

    Prevention

    • Implement proactive safeguards
    • Reduce future vulnerabilities
    • Improve long-term resilience

    Comprehensive Risk Assessment Services

    Comprehensive Risk Assessment Services by Connecting Point Computer Centers

    ✔ Asset & Infrastructure Risk Analysis
    ✔ Threat & Vulnerability Correlation
    ✔ Security Control Evaluation
    ✔ Compliance & Best Practice Alignment
    ✔ Risk Prioritization & Scoring
    ✔ Remediation Planning & Guidance
    ✔ Ongoing Risk Monitoring Options

    Why Risk Assessments Are Critical

    Without a structured risk assessment, businesses often:

    • Overspend on unnecessary tools
    • Miss critical vulnerabilities
    • Remain exposed to preventable attacks

    A proper assessment allows you to:

    • Prioritize security investments
    • Reduce attack surface
    • Improve compliance and resilience
      Why Risk Assessments Are Critical by Connecting Point Computer Center
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      Penetration Testing

      Stop Hackers Before They Break In

      Ethical hacking that exposes real vulnerabilities before attackers do.

      Simulated cyberattacks that identify exploitable weaknesses in your network, applications, and systems—so you can fix them before they become real threats.

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      What is Penetration Testing?

      Penetration testing is an authorized simulated cyberattack used to evaluate how secure your systems really are. Unlike basic scans, it actively tests whether vulnerabilities can be exploited.

      What is Penetration Testing?

      ✔ Simulates real-world cyberattacks
      ✔ Identifies exploitable weaknesses
      ✔ Tests access to sensitive data
      ✔ Provides real risk assessment

      With advanced filtering, these threats are stopped automatically—reducing risk and keeping your business running smoothly.

      Advanced Penetration Testing Protection

      Threat Simulation

      Simulates real attacker behavior to expose weaknesses

      Exploit Validation

      Confirms which vulnerabilities are actually dangerous

      Detailed Reporting

      Clear findings with prioritized remediation steps for accuracy

      Solid Improvement

      Strengthens your security posture over time

      Comprehensive Penetration Testing Services

      ✔ Network Penetration Testing (Internal & External)
      ✔ Web Application Testing (OWASP-based)
      ✔ Wireless Security Testing
      ✔ Remediation Verification

      Comprehensive Penetration Testing Services by Connecting Point Computer Center

      The Penetration Testing Process

      • Scope & Planning
        Define targets, goals, and rules of engagement
      • Reconnaissance
        Gather system and exposure data
      • Testing & Exploitation
        Simulate attacks to identify vulnerabilities
      • Risk Analysis
        Evaluate real-world impact
      • Reporting & Remediation
        Deliver findings and solutions
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      Vulnerability Scan

      Identify Security Weaknesses Before Attackers Exploit Them

      Regular vulnerability scans reveal network weaknesses hackers could exploit. Identify and fix these security gaps before cybercriminals can launch an attack.

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      What is a Vulnerability Scan?

      A vulnerability scan is a security test that examines your IT environment to identify known weaknesses that attackers could exploit. These scans can detect thousands of potential vulnerabilities across your network, systems, and applications.

      By identifying vulnerabilities early, your organization can take proactive steps to fix issues before they are used in a cyberattack.

      Identify thousands of known security weaknesses before they’re exploited by hackers.

      • External and internal vulnerability scans to uncover risks
      • Ability to detect over 50,000 known vulnerabilities
      • Actionable reports with prioritized remediation steps
      What is a vulnerability scan?

      Internal vs. External Vulnerability Scanning

      Proactive Defense

      Identify and eliminate vulnerabilities before they become serious threats.

      Reduced Risk

      Minimize exposure to cyberattacks and data breaches.

      Detailed Reports

      Receive clear, structured reports with actionable insights.

      Ongoing Protection

      Maintain continuous security with scheduled quarterly scans.

      Vulnerability Scanning Process

      Internal Scan

       Scans devices and systems within your network.

       

      • Identifies vulnerabilities on internal hosts and active IPs
      • Helps prevent lateral movement after a breach
      • Strengthens internal security posture
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      External Scan

      Scans your network perimeter from outside your location.

       

      • Identifies publicly exposed vulnerabilities
      • Detects weaknesses attackers can see from the internet
      • Strengthens your external defense layer

      Strengthen Your Cyber Defenses

      Identify and fix vulnerabilities before attackers can strike.

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      MFA/2FA

      Cisco Duo Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Service

      Protect your business with secure identity verification for cloud apps, VPNs, remote access, and internal systems.

       

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      Overview

      CPCC offers Cisco Duo, a leading multi-factor authentication solution, to help organizations strengthen access security across their IT environments.

      Traditional usernames and passwords alone are no longer enough to protect business systems and sensitive information. Cisco Duo adds a second layer of identity verification before users can access applications, networks, and data.

      • Stops unauthorized access
      • Works with cloud and on-prem systems
      • Easy for employees to use
      • Supports compliance goals

      What Cisco Duo Does

      Cisco Duo protects businesses by requiring users to verify their identity with more than just a password. Users confirm access with a second factor, such as a smartphone, passcode, or hardware token.

      This dramatically reduces the risk of compromised credentials being used to access sensitive systems.

      Cloud Applications

      Remote Desktop

      On-Premises Servers

      Admin Logins

      VPN Access

      Business Email

      How Cisco Duo Works

      User Enrollment

      Each employee is enrolled using a smartphone, tablet, or hardware token.

      User Login Attempt

      The user enters their username and password to access a protected application or system.

      Second Factor Verification

      Duo prompts the user to verify the login using:

      • Push notification in Duo Mobile
      • One-time passcode
      • Phone call verification

      Access Granted or Blocked

      If verification is approved, access is granted. If it fails or is denied, the login is blocked.

      Identify and fix vulnerabilities before attackers can strike.

      Benefits of Cisco Duo

      Enhanced Security

      Protects against phishing, stolen credentials, and unauthorized access attempts.

      Ease of Use

      Provides a fast and user-friendly login experience with multiple verification options.

      Why Businesses Choose Connecting Point

      √ Local IT & Cybersecurity Support

      √ Deployment guidance and setup

      √ Ongoing support for users and devices

      √ Security focused business solutions

       

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      Spam Filtering

      Stop Spam, Phishing & Email Threats Before They Reach Your Inbox

      Advanced email protection powered by Barracuda—blocking threats, securing sensitive data, and keeping your business safe.

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      What is Spam Filtering & Email Security?

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      Today’s threats include:

       

      • Phishing emails designed to steal passwords
      • Malware and ransomware hidden in attachments
      • Fake invoices and payment requests
      • Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks

      With advanced filtering, these threats are stopped automatically—reducing risk and keeping your business running smoothly.

      Spam filtering is a cloud-based security layer that scans every incoming and outgoing email to block harmful messages before they reach your team.

      With advanced filtering, these threats are stopped automatically—reducing risk and keeping your business running smoothly.

      Advanced Protection with Barracuda Email Security

      Threat Protection

      Blocks spam, phishing, viruses, and ransomware before they reach your inbox

      AI-Powered Detection

      Learns email behavior to detect impersonation and unusual activity

      Smart Quarantine

      Suspicious emails are safely isolated for review—nothing risky gets through

      Cloud-Based Security

      No hardware required—fully managed and always up to date for peace of mind

      Why Choose Connecting Point Computer Center?

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      • Local IT experts serving Illinois businesses

      • Fully managed email security—no setup headaches

      • Seamless integration with Microsoft 365 & Exchange

      • Fast support from a real local team

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