Trust Betrayed: IT Company’s COO Admits to Hacking for Financial Gain
Singla also managed to steal personal data from over 200 patients. As if this wasn’t enough, he assumed control over 200 printers at both hospitals,
Ransomware Gang Reports Victim to SEC for Concealing Cyberattack
On November 7, 2023, ALPHV claimed to have hacked into MeridianLink, a company that provides digital services to banks and other financial..
Watch Out for Ransomware Pretending to Be a Windows Update!
Imagine you’re working away on your PC and see a Windows update prompt. Instead of ignoring it, you take action. After all, you want to keep your device safe. But when you install what you think is a legitimate update, you’re infected with ransomware. That’s the nightmare caused by an emerging cybersecurity threat. Cybercriminals are…
Suffolk and Nassau County, It’s Time to Strengthen Your Cybersecurity with These Four Questions
In a separate but equally alarming event, Suffolk County suffered a ransomware breach revealing severe security lapses.
10 Biggest Cybersecurity Mistakes of Small Companies
Cybercriminals can launch very sophisticated attacks. But it’s often lax cybersecurity practices that enable most breaches. This is especially true when it comes to small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs). Small business owners often don’t prioritize cybersecurity measures. They may be just fully focused on growing the company. They think they have a lower data breach…
What Is SaaS Ransomware & How Can You Defend Against It?
Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) has revolutionized the way businesses operate. It offers convenience, scalability, and efficiency. No more dragging software from one device to another. Everyone can collaborate easily in the cloud. But alongside its benefits, SaaS brings with it potential threats. When software and data are online, they’re more vulnerable to attacks. One of the latest…
American Family Insurance Confirms Cyberattack; Weeklong Outages
AmFam’s vigilant technology teams noticed some unusual activity within their computer network and acted quickly by shutting down critical systems.
Does Your Business Have Any “Cybersecurity Skeletons” in the Closet?”
Let’s dive into a topic that might give you the chills—cybersecurity skeletons in the closet. You may not have old skeletons hidden away in the basement. But there’s a good chance of cybersecurity vulnerabilities lurking in the shadows. Just waiting to wreak havoc. You can’t fix what you can’t see. It’s time to shine a…
Flagstar Bank’s Ongoing Security Struggles; Third Cyber Breach
Flagstar recently alerted over 800,000 U.S. customers of a potential data compromise.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Strengthening Your Team’s Defense with Essential Cyber Hygiene
As technology continues to advance, so does the need for heightened awareness. As well as proactive measures to safeguard sensitive information. Cybersecurity can seem like an insurmountable task for everyday people. But it’s not only a job for the IT team. Everyone can play a part in keeping their organization’s data safe. Not to mention…