Critical Vulnerabilities Found in WordPress Plugins Put Thousands of Websites at Risk

Posted by - March 20, 2024

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

Posted by - March 19, 2024

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 »

How to Maximize Browser Security Settings

Posted by - March 08, 2024

Cyber threats, data breaches, and privacy invasions are ever-present. The good news is that you can significantly enhance your online security by tweaking and maximizing your browser’s security settings. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through the essential steps to ensure a safer online experience. Keep Your Browser Updated: Enable automatic updates or check… Read more »

Optimize Your Organization’s IT Budget

Posted by - March 06, 2024

Optimizing an IT budget is an essential investment for any organization in today’s business landscape. This blog explores key strategies for businesses to make informed decisions and maximize their ROI. Embracing Cloud Technologies Leverage cloud computing for flexibility, scalability, and reduced on-premises maintenance costs. Virtualization and Consolidation Utilize virtualization to optimize hardware resources and consolidate… Read more »

OptfinITy Named Mid-Size Business of the Year at Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber’s Best Business Awards

Posted by - March 04, 2024

Springfield, VA, March 1st, 2024 — OptfinITy, a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, proudly announces its recognition as the Mid-Size Business of the Year at the prestigious Best Business Awards, organized by the Mount Vernon Springfield Chamber of Commerce. The Best Business Awards celebrates excellence and achievement in various business categories, highlighting companies and… Read more »

Major Victory Against LockBit Ransomware

Posted by - February 22, 2024

Global Takedown and Mitigation Strategies In a significant win against cybercrime, the LockBit ransomware-as-a-service provider has been dismantled by the U.K. National Crime Agency’s Cyber Division, the FBI, and global partners. This action, dealing a severe blow to the group responsible for over 2,000 global victims, highlights the ongoing battle against ransomware threats. LockBit Ransomware… Read more »

Protecting Your Business: Unmasking the Most Common Scam Calls

Posted by - February 20, 2024

Following the recent viral story of the woman who lost $50,000 to a phone scam, the discourse surrounding scam prevention has been renewed. Unfortunately, stories like these are becoming increasingly common and are not only detrimental to individuals – but can be to businesses as well. Below are five of the most common scam calls… Read more »

OptfinITy Recognized on CRN’s 2024 MSP 500 List

Posted by - February 14, 2024

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 »

Microsoft’s Response to Midnight Blizzard Data Breach

Posted by - February 02, 2024

Immediate Response and Detection On Friday Microsoft released an official statement on its actions following a cyber breach by Nation State Actor Midnight Blizzard against its corporate systems. This breach raises concerns about the ongoing threat from nation-state actors and highlights potential shortcomings in Microsoft’s cyber practices. Common issues such as poor password management and… Read more »