What happens when speed overtakes caution in the race to launch essential services? For the NHS and several other organizations, the result has been catastrophic: the exposure of over a million sensitive records due to misconfigured Microsoft Power Pages, a website builder application The Perfect Storm: Rush Meets Risk The NHS isn’t the only victim…. Read more »
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IT Outage Leaves Stop & Shop Shelves Bare for Thanksgiving
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
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?
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
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
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
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?
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
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 »
Which Version of Microsoft Copilot Makes Sense for Your Organization?
What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft Copilot is an advanced AI assistant designed to work within Microsoft 365 and across platforms like Windows and Bing, as well as with enterprise data via Microsoft Graph. Copilot brings the capability of large language models (LLMs) to enterprise environments, where it uses your company data to deliver personalized and… Read more »