The security breach that hit Uber last week was the work of Lapsus$.Uber said it is in close coordination with the FBI and US Justice Department on the matter. Lapsus$ is a South American hacking group has attacked a number of technology giants in the past year, including Microsoft, Samsung, and Okta. What Happened? An Uber EXT contractor had […]
One of the key components of global trade is also one of the most vulnerable to cyber security threats, which is why cyber security awareness is so important. Global supply chains rely on the smooth running of shipping and ports, but maritime cybersecurity is too often a low priority. Since the whole industry is reliant […]
Cyber security awareness: Unfortunately, small to medium sized businesses make very tempting targets for malicious hackers because they leave themselves vulnerable to cyber threats. SMBs hold the same kinds of data that large businesses have, such as personal information, credit card details, passwords, and more. However, with the nature of SMBs means the information could be […]
Learn how to boost your mobile security and protect your digital identity. This tech blog will run through different forms of malicious software on your iOS or Android handset, the warning signs of a spyware infection, and how to remove such pestilence from your mobile devices if it is possible to do so. The emails […]
Malware Cyber Security Awareness: Managed Threat Protection Malware is a broad term for any type of malicious software designed to damage or exploit a device, service or network. Cyber criminals use malware to gain remote control over victims’ devices, spy on user activities, steal sensitive data they can leverage for financial gain, or use the […]
Romance scams occur when a cyber criminal adopts a fake online identity to gain a victim’s affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relationship to manipulate and/or steal from the victim. The criminals who carry out romance scams are experts at what they do and will seem genuine, […]
If you suspect you’ve been hit with a ransomware attack, it’s important to act quickly. Fortunately, there are several steps you can take to give you the best possible chance of minimizing damage and quickly returning to business as usual. 9 Steps For Responding To A Ransomware Attack 1. Isolate The Infected Device: Ransomware that […]
No one is safe from ransomware, and the attack methods are only getting more sophisticated. Ransomware is a type of malware that employs encryption to hold a victim’s information at ransom. Ransomware attacks are the most significant cyber security threat businesses face today. Many businesses are leaving themselves vulnerable because they don’t have an incident response […]
Cyber Security Awareness: What Are Phishing Attacks? Phishing attacks are the practice of malicious actors sending fraudulent communications that appear to come from a legitimate trusted source. At its core, phishing is an attack methodology that uses social engineering tactics to make a person take an action that is against their best interests. The goal […]