Phishing, Smishing, and Vishing..Oh My!
Phishing, Smishing, and Vishing..Oh My! Vishing, smishing, and phishing are different forms of cyberattacks designed to gain access to your data, spread malware, and defraud or extort people. Each of these attacks uses deceptive techniques to lead you to reveal your personal information. The difference lies in the method of communication used to carry them out. Phishing […]
Global IT Outage Disrupts University of Virginia Hospital
Global IT Outage Disrupts University of Virginia Hospital On Friday, July 19, The University of Virginia Hospital faced disruptions due to a global IT outage. The global IT outage was caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike, a leading cybersecurity technology firm. The update led to widespread system failures, primarily affecting computers […]
Microsoft releases new update for Outlook users following discovery of zero-click threat
Microsoft releases new update for Outlook users following discovery of zero-click threat If you are a Microsoft user, you may be one of the 500 million Outlook users who may be at risk due to a significant zero-click remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability affecting most Microsoft Outlook applications. This vulnerability, now patched by Microsoft, did […]
Business Email Compromise Warning!
Business Email Compromise Warning! In the last few weeks, we’ve noticed a significant increase in hacked email accounts, in what the IT industry calls a “Business Email Compromise.” In its most common form, the attacker will find a way to hack into your email account, will read and snoop on all your correspondence, and then use […]
Stay protected with Chromebook’s advanced cybersecurity measures
Stay protected with Chromebook’s advanced cybersecurity measures ChromeOS is known for its security features, setting it apart from other operating systems. However, Chromebooks are not completely immune to cyber threats like spyware, ransomware, and other malicious software. These threats can infiltrate your device through phishing scams, downloading harmful apps or extensions, or engaging in risky online […]
Meta AI: Your Intelligent Companion
Meta AI: Your Intelligent Companion Meta AI is an advanced artificial intelligence created to improve your social interactions, offer precise information, and familiarize itself with your specific interests. It possesses the ability to comprehend and generate language similar to humans, enabling more effective communication with you. Serving as your personal AI assistant, Meta AI has the […]
Venmo may be convenient, but it’s crucial not to lower your guard
Venmo may be convenient, but it’s crucial not to lower your guard Venmo, the mobile payment application, offers a convenient way to transfer funds from your bank account to friends and businesses for services or goods. Venmo combines financial transactions with social media elements, creating a unique platform that requires advanced encryption and fraud detection technology […]
Navigating the AI Landscape: Pros and Cons Unveiled
Navigating the AI Landscape: Pros and Cons Unveiled As of 2023, around 35% of companies, including small businesses, are utilizing AI in their operations, up 270% since 2015. Chances are you the impact of artificial intelligence is already noticeable in your daily life. It’s important to recognize the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and the advantages […]
Stolen data from Advance Auto Parts available for purchase following security breach
Stolen data from Advance Auto Parts available for purchase following security breach The leading provider of automotive aftermarket parts has become a target of a cyber-attack, resulting in the compromise of their cloud storage environment. The threat actor, known as Sp1d3r, is currently offering a significant amount of data, totaling 3TB, which was obtained by breaching […]
Blog Data Breach Impacts Major Pharmaceutical Companies
Data Breach Impacts Major Pharmaceutical Companies Following the cyberattack on Cencora, a U.S. pharmaceutical solutions company in February, nearly a dozen pharmaceutical firms have reported their own data breaches. If you rely on medications from various drug manufacturers, you could be one of the individuals affected. Cencora, formerly known as AmerisourceBergen, and its patient services division Lash […]