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New Malware: VPNFilter A new malware, believed to be linked to Russia, has compromised home and office routers and other networked devices worldwide. The malware, known as “VPNFilter,” has affected more than half a million routers so far, and the threat continues to grow. It is able to perform multiple functions, including information collection, device exploitation, and blocking network traffic. VPNFilter Details VPNFilter targets SOHO routers and network-access storage (NAS) devices. The impact and scope Read more…

What is a Firewall? A firewall is a barrier or shield that prevents unauthorized access to and from a private network, enhancing the security of devices connected to a network like the Internet or a Local-Area Network. Firewalls monitor network traffic while identifying and blocking unwanted traffic. When data is exchanged between your device and servers in cyberspace, firewalls monitor these packets of data and determine whether it’s safe based on rules that have been Read more…

The Role of Employees in Cybersecurity With cybercrime on the rise, taking proactive steps to protect your organization’s data is essential. Did you know that many breaches are caused by employee error? It might be as simple as accidentally clicking on a malicious link or sending confidential documents to the wrong recipient. Even though employees can be one of the weakest links when it comes to an organization’s security, if they are trained properly, they Read more…

The Importance of Software Updates Let’s be honest, software updates can be a hassle and an annoying interruption. The box that prompts you to install software updates and restart your computer seems to pop up at the most inconvenient time. Right when you’re in the middle of an important task, bam! Because of this, many people skip software updates, mistakenly thinking they aren’t important. Even though they may seem like a hassle, software updates serve Read more…

World Password Day: Password Tips When is the last time you changed your passwords? Are your passwords strong enough? The first Thursday in May is World Password Day, a day dedicated to promoting better password habits, so we are sharing some password tips to help keep your passwords secure! Create Strong Passwords When creating a new password, ensure the following:  8-12 characters in length Alphanumeric Uppercase Lowercase Number Symbol It should be changed every quarter Read more…

What Is Phishing? Phishing is a form of social engineering, which is when a hacker impersonates an individual or a company and uses human interaction to obtain information about an organization or individual. Phishing is a common cyber threat that many organizations and individuals are facing. A majority of these scams occur when an attacker poses as a trustworthy person or organization and sends an email that tries to trick you into opening an infected Read more…