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We want to inform you of a critical security issue affecting Microsoft Outlook/365 applications. This vulnerability, known as CVE-2023-23397, is being exploited by cybercriminals and requires immediate attention. In simple terms, attackers can gain unauthorized access to your systems and steal sensitive information just by sending a specially crafted email. The concerning part is that …

Urgent Security Alert: Microsoft 365 Apps Vulnerability Read More »

Do you feel like it is almost impossible to get in front of the ‘cyber bad guys’ that are working to undermine your company? ​ ​Does ransomware, phishing, man-in-the-middle attacks and more keep you up at night? ​ ​Well – we invite you to our informative Webinar – ‘Winning the Unfair Fight – Cyber Security …

Winning the Unfair Fight – Cyber Security for Small Business Read More »

We had a nice long talk with our Cyber Insurance agent recently – and what we learned WILL directly impact small businesses with MSP Services. Did you know that if your Cyber Insurance Policy does not list your IT provider as a first line of defense in a cyber incident – then they shouldn’t be …

Are You Covered? Read More »

As you may have heard – it is cybersecurity awareness month. While ‘kitchy’ – cybersecurity awareness should be a continuous, ongoing event – not just the month of October. And of course – we all know what the ‘weakest link’ is right? It’s Phil in accounting – isn’t it? No matter what amazing tools you …

Cybersecurity’s WEAKEST link Read More »

With cyberthreats on the rise – if you DON’T have a Password Manager – you need one ASAP. The days of passwords written on sticky notes or notepads are long gone. A secure, robust password manager is the best way to stay secure online. And bonus – you can have it on all of your …

You NEED a Password Manager – Yesterday Read More »

Was one of the nefarious Uber hackers just arrested? Possibly. And it’s a kid! The 17-year-old who was arrested in the UK, is believed to be tied to the hacking group LAPSUS$which has also infiltrated GTA 6, Arion, and Microsoft. To read more about it – see this how it pans out here The City …

Uber Hacker a Teen? Read More »

A Vietnamese self-professed ‘hacker’ couple recently wreaked havoc on Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) “for fun”. The couple initially planned to infiltrate the IHG network to extort money through a ransomware attack. After they were able to get into the network (quite easily – see below) – they were thwarted by the IHG tech team who …

Cautionary Tale – Phishing, Weak Passwords, and Intentional Malice Read More »

Cybersecurity news doesn’t often have ‘happy news’ – but today we can celebrate a big ‘ole win for the company Axie Infinity. According to Bleeping Computer – this is the first time stolen cryptocurrency has been seized from a North Korean hacking group. Lots of goodies on how this seizure came about and how there …

Good News Friday – the U.S. government seized $30 million worth of cryptocurrency stolen by the North Korean threat group ‘Lazarus’ Read More »

If it is starting to feel a little like dejavu – it is because it kind of is. Once again an urgent request to update Google Chrome has come down the pike. This latest threat is a Zero Day – which means that the threat is active and the day it was found was the …

Another Day – another Google Chrome Zero Day Threat Read More »

Labor Day is one of those long weekends where we Americans let our guard down and celebrate with our family and friends. And that is exactly why hackers LOVE our long weekends and holidays. While we are enjoying a little downtime – they are actively ramping up attacks that have the opportunity to run over …

Labor Day Weekend is a Prime Time for Hackers – Stay Alert! Read More »