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Insights on cybersecurity, managed IT, and modern business technology.
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Business OperationsThe Biggest Risk Is Not The One You Don’t Take, But The One You Don’t See
“The biggest risk is the one you don’t take” is a mantra you’ll hear motivational speakers deliver in their presentations to make the argument that you should throw all caution to the wind and go for it (whatever “it” is).
April 26, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityAlienFox Malware: The Swiss Army Knife of Cloud Attacks
Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered a new, modular malware toolkit called "AlienFox." Cybercriminals use AlienFox to breach email and web hosting services. It compromises misconfigured hosts on cloud platforms and takes sensitive data.
April 25, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityGateway Casinos locations in Ontario have been closed due to a cyberattack
Several Ontario casinos will stay closed following a cybersecurity incident that Gateway Casinos detected on Sunday April 16, 2023.The company is currently trying to restore its IT systems after identifying a system-wide malfunction over the weekend.
April 20, 2023 1 min -
Industry InsightsElementor Pro’s Security Issue: How It Impacts Business Owners
Elementor Pro is a popular website builder plug-in among WordPress users. Over 11 million websites use it to access professional themes, customize elements, and design forms. However, researchers have discovered some security issues with the extension that users should be wary of.
April 19, 2023 2 min -
CybersecuritySimplifying Cybersecurity: Microsoft’s Security Copilot AI Assistant
Microsoft released a game-changing way to protect against cyberattacks. This AI-powered assistant, called Security Copilot, can find threats faster than ever. It could revolutionize how businesses keep their digital assets safe.
April 15, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityTop 9 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Cybersecurity
When it comes to protecting your business from cyberthreats, having the right tools and technology is only half the battle. You also need the expertise, controls and processes to manage and mitigate these threats effectively. That’s where a managed security service provider (MSSP) comes in.
April 12, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityWhy Protecting Your Printers from Cybercrime Is a Must (And 8 Tips for Improving Printer Security)
Printing devices are often overlooked when it comes to security. But the reality is, cybercriminals can hack your printer to get confidential information.
April 11, 2023 5 min -
CybersecurityHow Cybercriminals are Exploiting the Silicon Valley Bank Shutdown
Recently, there was a rise in cybercrimes related to the closing of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Threat actors go after businesses and sometimes use them in their illegal activities.
April 6, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityPatched Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability
Microsoft recently fixed a serious security flaw in Outlook that scored a 9.8 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System.
April 5, 2023 2 min -
CybersecuritySAP Releases Patches for Various Flaws
SAP, a leading business software company, recently released fixes for 19 bugs in its products.
April 3, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityThe Best Defense Against Ransomware
Ransomware is a type of malicious software that encrypts files on a device or network, making them unusable until the victim pays the attacker a ransom. What started as a simple virus spread through floppy discs in the late 1980s has now evolved into a billion-dollar cybercrime industry.
March 28, 2023 4 min -
CybersecurityMicrosoft Patch Tuesday
Microsoft released on March 14, 2023, a security update that fixes at least 74 bugs in Windows and other software. Hackers are already attacking two flaws, including a very serious one in Microsoft Outlook.
March 28, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityHiatus Malware Targets Business Routers
There is a new malware campaign targeting business-grade routers. It is called Hiatus, a complex operation that deploys the HiatusRAT malware. It is a kind of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that cybercriminals use to gain remote control over a target system.
March 25, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityHatch Bank Falls Victim to Data Breach
Hatch Bank confirmed a data breach that compromised its customers' personal data. The financial technology firm said hackers found a vulnerability in its internal file-transfer software. This allowed the hackers to access and steal around 140,000 customer names and social security numbers from Jan. 30-31, 2023.
March 21, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityUS Government: Royal Ransomware Targets Critical Infrastructure
The United States government is alerting organizations about the Royal ransomware operation. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said in a joint advisory that the Royal ransomware gang poses an increasing threat to critical infrastructure of numerous sectors in the U.S.
March 18, 2023 3 min -
CybersecurityTypes Of Hackers To Watch Out For And What You Can Do To Protect Your Biz
Your data is pivotal to running a successful company. If you don’t have proper security measures in place, hackers can easily steal your data and take you out of business.
March 14, 2023 6 min -
CybersecurityNews Corp Cyberattack
News Corporation (News Corp) has disclosed more information about the 2022 cyberattack against the major publishing conglomerate. News Corp revealed that the cybercriminals had access to its systems two years ago, starting in Feb. 2020.
March 14, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityDish Network Cyberattack
Dish Network confirmed that the network outage it is currently experiencing is due to a cybersecurity breach. This outage also affected its internal communications systems.
March 13, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityRansomware Attack on Dole
Ransomware is a threat businesses cannot afford to ignore. Such a cyberattack often blocks user access to systems until the perpetrator receives ransom. A recent cautionary tale is a ransomware attack on Dole Food Company.
March 11, 2023 2 min -
CybersecurityS1deload Stealer Malware
A new malware campaign on Facebook and YouTube is making headlines. S1deload Stealer hijacks these social media accounts, mines cryptocurrency, and spreads itself. Discover what business owners need to know about this malware.
March 9, 2023 2 min
