Prepare Your Organization for Email Attacks in 2025

Posted by - December 16, 2024

How to Prepare Your Organization for Email Attacks in 2025 Are you prepared to tackle the cyber threats of 2025? With cybercriminals constantly evolving their tactics, establishing a robust cybersecurity strategy for 2025 has never been more critical. In the upcoming year, we can expect hackers to leverage AI even further in creating legitimate looking… Read more »

IT Outage Leaves Stop & Shop Shelves Bare for Thanksgiving

Posted by - November 25, 2024

As Thanksgiving approaches, shoppers are flocking to stores to prepare for their holiday feasts. However, customers at the Stop & Shop in Watertown are encountering frustrating experiences due to an IT systems outage, which has disrupted operations and caused delays during their pre-holiday shopping trips. What’s Behind the Shortages?  The issues at Stop & Shop… Read more »

Beware of QR Code Scams: Cybercriminals Are Distributing Malicious Codes via Mail

Posted by - November 22, 2024

In a concerning twist on cyberattacks, criminals are using physical letters to deliver malware by enticing recipients to scan QR codes. Switzerland’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recently issued a warning about fraudulent letters masquerading as official correspondence from the Swiss Federal Office of Meteorology and Climatology (MeteoSwiss). The Scam: Malware Hidden in a Weather… Read more »

Are Unsecured Phones Putting Your Organization’s Sensitive Data at Risk?

Posted by - November 12, 2024

As cybersecurity threats continue to escalate, businesses across all sectors face significant challenges in protecting their sensitive data, communications, and operations. Cyberattacks can disrupt daily business functions, damage reputations, and lead to substantial financial losses, impacting companies of all sizes. One area of particular concern is mobile communication security. In the wake of a recent… Read more »

Ransomware as a Service (RaaS): The Dark Side of Cybercrime’s New Business Model

Posted by - November 01, 2024

In recent years, ransomware attacks have evolved dramatically, with one of the most alarming trends being the rise of Ransomware as a Service (RaaS). Much like legitimate businesses offer software as a service to clients, cybercriminals have adopted a similar model to make ransomware attacks even more accessible. What is Ransomware as a Service? Ransomware… Read more »

5 Ways Google’s Latest Security Update for Messages Enhances Privacy and Protects Conversations

Posted by - October 29, 2024

Google has announced a series of significant security updates for its Messages app, aiming to enhance the protection of users’ private conversations. Here’s a breakdown of the five new security features and what you can expect from each: Enhanced Detection Protection: Intelligent Link Warnings: Controls for Unknown International Senders: Sensitive Content Warnings: Improved Contact Verification:… Read more »

Beware of the Evil Twin: Why You Should Think Twice About Airport Wi-Fi

Posted by - October 18, 2024

We’ve all been there—waiting for a flight and scanning for free Wi-Fi at the airport. Despite repeated warnings, the temptation of free public Wi-Fi often outweighs the risks. But a recent arrest in Australia has highlighted the growing threat of a cybercrime known as “evil twin” attacks, which are particularly prevalent in airports. What Is… Read more »

Are You Leaving the Door Open to Hackers?

Posted by - October 09, 2024

Are you leaving your internet connection vulnerable to hackers? According to new research, a staggering 86% of broadband users have little awareness of their cybersecurity practices, particularly when it comes to the device they use to access the internet—their router. Most people never change the default admin password on their routers, which poses a significant… Read more »

5 Creative Ideas for Organizations to Engage During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Posted by - October 07, 2024

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is the perfect opportunity for your organization to refresh employees on creating a security awareness culture. Unsure of how to 1. Host a “Phishing Simulation” Challenge Create a friendly phishing simulation to test employees’ abilities to recognize and report phishing emails. By simulating real-world scenarios, you can assess vulnerabilities and educate your… Read more »