Airlines, hospitals, retailers, and other businesses were rocked by delays and cancellations due to an unprecedented error with software from the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike. The outage impacted thousands of Windows PCs, wreaking havoc on the internet infrastructure of many organizations. Unfortunately, this includes essential services like hospitals and 911 call centers. The mass impact of… Read more »
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Major Email Security Risks in 2024
Email remains king as the primary form of communication in the modern workforce. However, its extensive use also makes it a prime target for cyber threats. According to a recent report by Cofense, a staggering 90% of data breaches stem from phishing attacks, establishing it as the leading vector for cybercrime in 2024. Who is… Read more »
Security Concerns with LastPass
In general, it’s a good thing to be using a password manager to generate a strong, unique password and to keep track of all of your passwords. For many of OptfinITy’s clients, the password manager that has been used has been LastPass – something we ourselves have been using since 2013. Over the past 6… Read more »
How Changes to the Microsoft Donation Program will Affect You
If you’re like many non-profits, you may benefit from the Microsoft Non-profit program. This endeavor has enabled nearly 400,000 organizations worldwide to access top-notch technology at discounted rates. However, there are going to be some major changes to the software donation program that will take place on April 4, 2022 that you should be aware… Read more »
Healthcare’s Struggle with Cybersecurity
The healthcare industry has become more important than ever during the coronavirus pandemic, as the majority of Americans have had to interact with a provider in order to get a coronavirus vaccine, test, or care. This has resulted in an influx of personal medical information to these institutions. That coincided with a global increase in… Read more »
What is V2X Technology?
Self-driving cars have become an iconic part of the early 21st century. Tech companies like Uber, Google, and Apple have all made forays into self-driving vehicles to media fanfare. Self-driving car company Tesla has a legion of devoted fans, partially due to CEO Elon Musk’s purposeful cultivation of that base, and the stock price to… Read more »
Insurance Giant Struck by Ransomware Attack
The Rise in Cybercrime and Cyber Insurance Over the past year, we have profiled major cyberattacks to raise awareness about the surge in cybercrime after 2020. Businesses continue to struggle with balancing remote work and the need for stronger security measures. Some companies, unwilling or unable to invest in structural security improvements, choose to take… Read more »
Cyber Resilience and Data – Centric Security
2020 shifted the business world’s mindset on a lot of important issues. Policies about time off, remote work, sick policies, and office communication have all adapted in response to the pressures of the coronavirus pandemic. However, the dramatic global increase in cybercrime, especially ransomware attacks, have created a new pressure on businesses to adapt their… Read more »
5 Common Digital Threat Misconceptions
With the increase in digital threats and cyber attacks over the past two years, experts are recommending for organizations to take another look at their security protocols. However, some people are falling prey to common misconceptions about digital threats and cybersecurity and leaving their organization vulnerable as a result. Here are 5 of the most… Read more »
An Update Turned This App Into Malware. Were You Affected?
Popular Barcode Scanner App Turns Malicious, Affects Millions A once-trusted barcode and QR code scanner app has turned on its users, compromising nearly 10 million devices. Lavabird Ltd’s Barcode Scanner gained popularity on the Google Play Store as a go-to solution for Android users. Unlike Apple’s newer devices, Android phones don’t come with built-in QR… Read more »
