Since many of us spend as much time online as we do offline, it’s just as important to fresh your digital space as it is your physical space. Just like decluttering your home, organizing your digital space can boost efficiency, productivity, and even cybersecurity. Below are four tips to help you jump into your virtual… Read more »
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OptfinITy to Showcase Innovation and Expertise at the GWHCC 2024 Business Expo
Washington, DC, March 25th, 2024 — OptfinITy, a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the Greater Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (GWHCC) 2024 Business Expo. The event, scheduled to take place on March 28th at Walter E. Washington Convention Center, promises to be a dynamic platform for businesses… Read more »
Critical Vulnerabilities Found in WordPress Plugins Put Thousands of Websites at Risk
Is your organization’s website hosted on WordPress? According to a recent discovery by the Wordfence team, your site may be at risk. The Wordfence team at WordPress security company Defiant have unveiled critical vulnerabilities in two discontinued MiniOrange plugins, as well as another concerning flaw in the widely-used RegistrationMagic plugin. These vulnerabilities pose significant risks… Read more »
Crypto Imposters are Using Calendly to Spread Mac Malware
Do you use Calendly to organize your calendar and book meetings? You may be vulnerable to a new scheme targeting Mac users. Recently reported by Krebs On Security, this scheme targets people in the cryptocurrency space through platforms like Calendly via malicious links and calendar add-ons. One victim’s experience illustrates the danger: approached via Telegram… Read more »
OptfinITy Recognized on CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List
Springfield, VA, February 12th, 2024 — It was announced today that CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company, has named OptfinITy to its Managed Service Provider (MSP) 500 list in the Pioneer category for 2024. The MSP 500 list compiled by CRN serves as a comprehensive guide to identifying and recognizing the top Managed Service… Read more »
Lurie Hospital Cybersecurity Issue Sparks Network Outage
Cybersecurity Issue Sparks Network Outage In an unexpected turn of events, Lurie Children’s Hospital is currently facing a major setback due to a network outage, disrupting crucial services such as phones, email, and internet connectivity. The hospital has revealed that this outage results from an ongoing cybersecurity issue, leaving its main facility, outpatient centers, and… Read more »
23andMe Data Breach Impacts 6 Million Users
23andMe, the popular genetic testing company, reported a data breach in October, which was later found to have impacted nearly 14,000 user accounts. Unfortunately, recent information has uncovered that the actual impact of the breach extended much further than a small fraction of users. According to Wired, the attackers collected the personal data of around… Read more »
Android iMessage App Shut Down Over Privacy Concerns
Nothing Chats Promised iMessage for Android—But Delivered Major Security Flaws The much-hyped Nothing Chats app, built on Sunbird, promised to bridge the messaging gap between Android and iPhone. Marketed as a game-changer, it let Nothing Phone (2) users send and receive iMessages—fixing pixelated images, broken group chats, and media delivery issues. How It Worked—and Why… Read more »
Cyberthreats Against Your Company May Start as Low as $40
As cyberthreats and attacks continue to increase, a recent report by Positive Technologies reveals an analysis that exposes why that is. The report shows the costs of many cybercrime services across the dark web are surprisingly cheap. According to the report, the costs of cybercrime services can begin from as low as $40 to $4,500…. Read more »
15 Billion Stolen Credentials Circulating on the Dark Web—Is Your Business at Risk?
A new cybersecurity study has uncovered a staggering 15 billion stolen account credentials actively circulating on dark web forums, according to researchers at the cybersecurity firm Digital Shadows. Dark Web Marketplaces Fueling Cybercrime Among these compromised accounts, the most valuable credentials belong to banking and financial services accounts. On average, these stolen login details are… Read more »
