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CybersecurityCisco Issues Warning on Security Flaws in Routers
A recent report by Cisco revealed some of its routers were prone to several security flaws. As a result, business owners and their IT staff should pay close attention to the security of their networks to determine the appropriate course of action. Due to their high potential for cybersecurity attacks, end-of-life devices are particularly concerned.
January 18, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Dangers of Running Outdated Software
Your software is only as good as its last patch. Reaching End of Life (EoL) or End of Service (EoS) means critical patches and updates are no longer available, leaving you vulnerable to various problems.
January 16, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityIowa School Cyberattack Results in Several Days of School Closures
A cyberattack on the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS) in Iowa has left parents and students scrambling to stay updated on the latest news. The DMPS canceled classes and activities for two days due to a security breach in their network as technicians scrambled to protect data and restore the computer system. The school announced that classes would be canceled for its 33,000 students and that they were working with local law enforcement to investigate the attack.
January 16, 2023 2 min -
CybersecuritySynology Issues Patch for Severe VPN Plus Server Vulnerability
Synology has issued a patch for a severe vulnerability in the VPN Plus Servers that could be used to take control of systems remotely.
January 13, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityGoogle Chrome Zero-Day Exploit Risks Leaking Sensitive Information If Left Unpatched
On November 22, 2022, Google released an emergency patch for a high severity vulnerability in all unpatched versions of its Chrome web browser. This was the 8th vulnerability of its kind this year, and it was confirmed by Google's Threat Analysis group that researchers have observed this exploit being actively used by attackers in the wild.
January 12, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityStolen Financial Data Used as Bait in New Phishing Scheme
Hackers are baiting their victims with stolen financial data in a clever phishing scheme. Over 400,000 data points, including identity numbers, names, phone numbers, and payment records, are used to persuade consumers to click on a malicious link. This link downloads a potent virus called BitRAT that can steal passwords, spy on users, and install cryptomining software.
January 11, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityTwitter Data of 235 Million Accounts Leaked
A dataset purportedly comprising the email addresses and phone numbers of over 400 million Twitter users just a few weeks ago was listed for sale on the hacker forum Breached Forums. The information was initially released on December 23, 2022, by a hacker going by the handle "Ryushi." The attacker demanded $200,000 for an "exclusive" sale of the information. The attacker also warned that the social media platform might face a hefty GDPR charge for failing to secure user data since a fine would be imposed.
January 9, 2023 2 min -
Cybersecurity3 Technology End-of-Service Myths
It's crucial to keep all software and hardware up to date to maintain optimal security. If you don’t, cybercriminals can easily infiltrate your network and the chances for downtime increase significantly. However, many businesses don't realize that expired software/hardware can actually be one of the most prominent security risks hindering their success.
January 9, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityAndroid Malware Targets Financial Institutions
Since October 2022, a new kind of malware has been targeting financial institutions. A widespread and powerful type of Android malware has turned its focus to online banking apps, employing keylogging capabilities to steal passwords and usernames for bank accounts, social networking accounts, and other accounts stored in your Android device.
January 7, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityRackspace Attacked By Ransomware
On Friday, December 2nd, managed cloud computing company Rackspace detected suspicious activity on its hosted Exchange environment. Upon discovery, Rackspace immediately took proactive measures to isolate the hosted Exchange environment and contain the incident, working alongside industry-leading third-party cybersecurity experts. The company has now determined that this suspicious activity was the result of a ransomware incident and has hired a leading cyber defence firm to investigate.
January 6, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityHow Do Email Scams Affect Your Business
What do these three real e-mails have in common?
January 6, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityHow To Choose Your VPN To Boost Protection Against Cyberattacks
Public networks expose your business to security threats. Switching to a VPN can greatly help in reducing those threats.
January 5, 2023 5 min -
Cybersecurity270,000 Patients Exposed in Louisiana Healthcare Ransomware Attack
This past October, during a ransomware assault on a healthcare facility in southwest Louisiana, hackers collected and exposed the personal information of approximately 270,000 patients and workers. A ransomware organization known as the Hive has claimed responsibility for the incident.
January 3, 2023 2 min -
Cybersecurity13 Strategies To Make Your Cybersecurity Failproof
Skilled hackers can easily access your system and steal precious business information. Upgrading your cybersecurity can help address this problem.
January 3, 2023 5 min -
CybersecuritySickkids Lab Results Delayed For Weeks Due To Recent Ransomware Attack
SickKids Hospital Hit With Ransomware
January 2, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Rising Threat of BEC Attacks: Don’t Let Your Business Fall Victim
Business email compromise (BEC) attacks are becoming widespread and present a significant risk to businesses of all sizes. These attacks involve hackers posing as trusted individuals or organizations via email to request sensitive information or financial transfers.
December 29, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityNew Phishing Scheme Using Fake Copyright Infringement Notices
A new phishing campaign targeting Facebook users has been identified by cybersecurity firm Trustwave. In this campaign, hackers use fake copyright infringement notices to trick users into giving away their account details.
December 28, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityLastPass Security Breach: Encrypted Passwords at Risk
LastPass, a popular password manager, announced that an unauthorized party accessed the company's archived backups of its production data on a third-party cloud-based storage service. According to the company's investigation, a threat actor accessed the cloud storage environment in August 2022 with information obtained from an earlier incident.
December 27, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityDraftKings Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of 68,000 Customers
In late November 2022, sports betting firm DraftKings announced that it had suffered a data breach affecting approximately 68,000 customers. The company stated that the breach resulted from a credential stuffing attack, in which attackers obtained credentials from a third-party source and attempted to use them to access DraftKings accounts.
December 26, 2022 2 min -
CybersecurityRisks of Public Wifi
While public Wi-Fi can be a convenient way to stay connected while traveling, it is important to be aware of its potential security risks. If a hacker intercepts your data while using public Wi-Fi, it can result in identity theft, compromised credentials, malware exposure, or even compromise your business account.
December 23, 2022 2 min
