The Importance of Limiting Administrative Access In today’s day of cyber attacks, viruses, and ransomware, business owners and executives are always asking: What can we do to limit our exposure? An Industry Standard: Restrict Administrative Access One of the easiest recommendations we provide—and a widely recognized industry standard—is to never allow end-users to have administrative… Read more »
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100k People Tricked by Fake IRS Website
Beware of Fake IRS Websites: Over 100,000 People Targeted in Recent Phishing Scam This past summer, a large-scale phishing campaign exploited fake IRS websites to target over 100,000 individuals worldwide. Researchers from Akamai, a cloud security solutions provider, uncovered that the threat actors operated the campaign for more than two months, using hundreds of deceptive… Read more »
Smartphone Users Advised Not to Use Public USB Charging Stations
Have you ever traveled before with a phone lower on power and tried one of those “free” USB charging stations? According to a recent report, it turns out the convenient USB power charging stations found in airports and malls may come with a cost. Officials are warning that travelers should be wary of using USB… Read more »
Is Your Organization’s IT Infrastructure Up-To-Par?
Having a solid IT infrastructure is the absolute bare minimum if you want your organization to grow and prosper in the 21st century. With the technology age in full swing, organizations that don’t adapt and implement the latest technologies will be left in the dust. A recent entrepreneur.com article lists a few areas that business… Read more »
Vishing Scam Costs Large Energy Company $243,000
Elaborate phishing scams are already a massive problem that continue to cost organizations thousands of dollars as a result of employees clicking on malicious links or sending money to someone claiming to be their boss. Thanks to technological advances in AI, there is a new threat to look out for, vishing (voice phishing), that allows… Read more »
OptfinITy Named 2019 Best in Business Finalist
OptfinITy, the DC area’s leading IT provider for small businesses and non-profit associations announced today that the Alexandria Chamber of Commerce has named OptfinITy as a 2019 Best in Business Finalist. This annual event recognizes companies who set themselves apart as leaders in the area. OptfinITy believes there is more to running a business than… Read more »
OptfinITy CEO Michael Drobnis to give cybersecurity presentation at the annual Fairfax County Small Business Forum
The Washington DC Metropolitan area’s leading managed IT service provider’s President and CEO will be presenting a cybersecurity presentation at this year’s Fairfax County Small Business Forum. The presentation will be from 10AM-10:50AM and will cover a variety of topics ranging from how to spot a phishing email to how to secure your organization and… Read more »
Beware of potential spike in fraudulent websites in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian
When a natural disaster or great tragedy occurs such as a massive hurricane or the Boston bombing, your immediate reaction may be to want to help those who are suffering during these circumstances by sending monetary donations. Unfortunately, cybercriminals know this and take advantage of people’s good will through phishing scams and the creation of… Read more »
How to Stay Malware-Free
In the current technology age, every organization relies on a secure network to ensure efficient daily operations ranging from lead generation and sales to internal functions such as HR and accounting. That being said, if your network is infiltrated with malware, it isn’t just a problem for the IT department; it affects the entire organization… Read more »
OptfinITy CEO Michael Drobnis Featured Presenter at Fairfax County Small Business Commission
The Fairfax County Small Business Commission, which assists in the development of small, minority and women-owned businesses, holds monthly meetings on the fourth Monday of every month that focuses on an array of topics. OptfinITy President and CEO Michael Drobnis was this month’s featured speaker and delivered a presentation on the cyber threats that face… Read more »
