Let’s be honest—everyone wants to get more done in less time. But with emails piling up, meetings running long, and endless to-do lists, it often feels like we’re sprinting just to stay in place. Whether you’re running a lean startup or managing a growing team, AI can help you cut the clutter, work smarter, and… Read more »
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Your Outdated Tech is Putting You at Risk
Imagine investing in a security system to protect your business, only to learn it’s become the weakest link in your cybersecurity defenses. That’s exactly what’s happening right now to hundreds of organizations relying on LG Innotek LNV5110R security cameras. A recently disclosed vulnerability (CVE-2025-7742), rated high severity, allows hackers to take full control of these… Read more »
SharePoint Zero-Day Attack Hits 100+ Organizations
Imagine waking up to discover that a hidden flaw in your company’s software has quietly exposed your most sensitive data to cyber spies — and you’re not alone. That’s the reality for over 100 organizations around the world after a critical zero-day vulnerability was found in self-hosted Microsoft SharePoint servers. What’s Going On?Over the weekend,… Read more »
Sticking with Windows 10 Could Put You at Risk
In a surprise move, Microsoft has hit the brakes on its Windows 10 retirement plan, giving users a bit more runway before support officially ends. On the surface, it sounds like good news—more time to prepare, right? But dig a little deeper, and this “grace period” might be opening the door to bigger, more dangerous… Read more »
The Rising Threat of Identity Theft in the Age of AI
AI-Powered Attacks: Smarter, Faster, and More Dangerous Today’s cyberattacks are not only more strategic but also alarmingly efficient. Criminals use self-modifying malware and AI-generated phishing schemes to deceive even the most vigilant users. These attacks are designed to adapt in real-time, making them harder to detect and stop. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center’s… Read more »
Cybercrime Group Targets Airlines: Summer Travelers at Risk
As summer travel ramps up, cybercriminals are ramping up their attacks — and airlines are in their crosshairs. A hacking group known as Scattered Spider has been actively targeting North American airlines, aiming to breach internal systems and access sensitive data for extortion. The FBI recently issued a warning confirming the group’s activity and noting… Read more »
Seeing a Black Screen on Windows? Here’s How to Fix It
Few things are more unsettling than turning on your Windows 10 or 11 PC and being greeted by… nothing. Just a black screen. No icons, no taskbar—just darkness. Maybe you see a blinking cursor. Maybe not. Either way, your desktop is gone, and panic starts to set in. Don’t worry—you’re not alone, and your PC… Read more »
16 Billion Passwords Leaked in the Largest Breach Ever — Here’s What to Do
Yes, you read the title correctly. Researchers have now officially confirmed what is likely the largest data breach in history: a whopping 16 billion login credentials have been exposed in a breach. So, what does this mean for you and what should you do next? Why This Is a Huge Deal This breach isn’t just… Read more »
Outlook Users: Beware Dangerous File Types Before Microsoft Blocks Them
If you think security threats only affect Gmail users, think again. All email platforms—including Microsoft Outlook—are frequent targets for cyberattacks. In fact, many of the tactics used by threat actors are the same across platforms, particularly when it comes to malicious attachments. Microsoft has recently announced an important security update: Starting in early July, Outlook… Read more »
Google and Microsoft Say It’s Time to Ditch Passwords
Your email and phone are under constant attack—and it’s only getting worse. Most users are still relying on outdated security methods like passwords and two-factor authentication (2FA). Google warns that this simply isn’t enough anymore. 61% of email users have been targeted by scams, and almost every American phone user has experienced scam attempts via… Read more »
