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May 3, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Cybercrime is becoming increasingly common as businesses continue to rely on technology to conduct their operations. Cybercriminals are constantly looking for new ways to exploit businesses and individuals. One of the methods gaining popularity is using Telegram, a popular messaging app that offers end-to-end encryption. Telegram has become a hub for selling phishing tools and […]
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May 1, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Keeping Our Online Workspaces Safe With New Security Tools Keeping online workspaces safe is the top priority as more people work from home. A vital part of this is to secure your company’s communication and exchange of information. Providers are actively working on ways to make collaboration platforms more secure. As such, they are releasing […]
April 27, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Businesses always look for ways to protect their sensitive data. But have you considered the growing threat of AI cracking your passwords? Recent studies show that AI can crack many passwords in less than a minute. This poses a significant risk to businesses of all sizes. Let’s discuss why you need stronger passwords and offer […]
April 26, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
As a business owner, you know that unexpected events can happen anytime. Natural disasters, cyberattacks, and even human mistakes can all harm your IT systems. This damage can lead to downtime and cost your business money. A good business continuity plan is vital to keep your business strong and able to bounce back when tough […]
April 25, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered a new, modular malware toolkit called “AlienFox.” Cybercriminals use AlienFox to breach email and web hosting services. It compromises misconfigured hosts on cloud platforms and takes sensitive data. You can often find this new toolkit in Telegram groups. Researchers call AlienFox a “Swiss Army knife” toolkit because of its versatility. […]
April 24, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
The Internet of Things (IoT) is a growing network of devices connected to the internet and each other. These include smart tools, security devices, wearables, and appliances. These devices make people’s lives easier and more convenient. But they can also come with security risks that put businesses in danger. Cyberattacks on IoT devices are increasing, […]
April 21, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
TMX Finance has been providing underserved consumers with credit products since 1998. Unfortunately, the company suffered a massive data breach that went undetected for months. It involved all TMX subsidiaries, namely TitleMax, InstaLoans, and TitleBucks. The incident affected over 4.8 million customers across all its services. A Timeline of the TMX Finance Data Breach The […]
April 19, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Elementor Pro is a popular website builder plug-in among WordPress users. Over 11 million websites use it to access professional themes, customize elements, and design forms. However, researchers have discovered some security issues with the extension that users should be wary of. The Possible Risks of Elementor Pro’s Security Flaw Elementor Pro’s security flaw allows […]
April 18, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
File attachments are one of the most common ways that computer malware spreads. As a result, Microsoft recently announced a critical security update for its note-taking app, OneNote. The update aims to protect users from malware on OneNote. Up to 120 file extensions will be blocked. Microsoft seeks to align OneNote’s security measures with its […]
April 17, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
As a business owner, you know that your company’s success relies on many factors. A robust IT infrastructure is one of the most crucial elements for continued growth and stability. Your IT infrastructure is like the backbone of your business. It supports everything, from everyday tasks to crucial decisions. Having a well-designed IT infrastructure is […]
April 15, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Microsoft released a game-changing way to protect against cyberattacks. This AI-powered assistant, called Security Copilot, can find threats faster than ever. It could revolutionize how businesses keep their digital assets safe. Security Copilot uses OpenAI’s GPT-4. Microsoft’s “security-specific” AI model is also part of its structure. Security Copilot is designed to better summarize and make […]
April 12, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
American university researchers uncovered a new cyberattack called Near-Ultrasound Inaudible Trojan (NUIT). It threatens devices with voice assistants, launching completely silent attacks. Fortunately, researchers exposed the vulnerability before threat actors could exploit it. The discovery is a warning to everyone to take the necessary precautions. How Inaudible NUIT Attacks Work While human ears can’t detect […]
April 10, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Scammers will use anything to target businesses, including tax forms. A new phishing campaign is spreading a malicious program disguised as documents from the IRS. With the tax season in full swing soon, business owners must take extra precautions to protect sensitive company data. Emotet Phishing Campaign Targets Taxpayers Emotet is one of the most […]
April 8, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Mozilla has released a new version of Firefox for Android, equipping it with a built-in PDF viewer. Firefox 111 also provides a more secure experience for users through its Total Cookie Protection feature. In addition, the upgrade addresses the security issues and unusual bugs in the last version. Android Users Finally Have Total Cookie Protection […]
April 6, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Recently, there was a rise in cybercrimes related to the closing of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Threat actors go after businesses and sometimes use them in their illegal activities. SVB was the 16th largest bank in the U.S. The bank worked with tech giants like Buzzfeed, Roblox, and Roku. However, global inflation and a deposit […]
April 5, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Microsoft recently fixed a serious security flaw in Outlook that scored a 9.8 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System. This flaw, CVE-2023-2339, is a zero-click vulnerability. It could let hackers steal sensitive information from user accounts and send malicious emails as if they were the user. The CVE-2023-2339 flaw affects all supported Windows Outlook versions. […]
April 3, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
SAP, a leading business software company, recently released fixes for 19 bugs in its products. Hackers could delete files, add code, or access sensitive data through some of these flaws. Four flaws have high severity, while 10 have a medium severity rating. Understanding the SAP Vulnerabilities SAP products that received security fixes include: SAP […]
March 30, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
The purpose of password managers is to safeguard our login credentials and online accounts. However, a popular password manager recently made headlines for its major security flaw. Bitwarden is under scrutiny because its autofill feature gives hackers easy access to sensitive information. The company has known about the vulnerability for years but left the issue […]
March 28, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Microsoft released on March 14, 2023, a security update that fixes at least 74 bugs in Windows and other software. Hackers are already attacking two flaws, including a very serious one in Microsoft Outlook. Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability The Outlook bug, CVE-2023-23397, affects all versions of Microsoft Outlook from 2013 to the most recent one. Microsoft […]
March 27, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
In a recent statement, telecommunications giant AT&T confirmed that a hack on a vendor it was working with exposed around 9 million accounts. AT&T said that the sensitive information was mainly about device upgrade eligibility. The hacking happened in January 2023 using a weakness in the vendor’s system. The hackers accessed customer data, such as […]
March 25, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
There is a new malware campaign targeting business-grade routers. It is called Hiatus, a complex operation that deploys the HiatusRAT malware. It is a kind of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that cybercriminals use to gain remote control over a target system. Hiatus is the first of its kind. Lumen’s security experts say it has been […]
March 24, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Cerebral, an online platform that offers mental health care services, recently suffered a data breach that may have affected up to 3.18 million users. According to its report, the breach was due to the company’s use of third-party pixel trackers. Cerebral did not say the exact number of users affected. However, the company said it […]
March 23, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Email threats have been around since the early 90s. But phishing techniques are much more sophisticated now than they were back then. One of the most successful and lucrative tactics is business email compromise (BEC). BEC scams have stolen over $43 billion from businesses worldwide between July 2019 and December 2021. Threat actors are making […]
March 22, 2023 by Spirit Technologies
Every business owner knows that forming a strong relationship with customers is essential to succeed. And two important elements of this relationship are positive customer experience and customer trust. Having these will help you bring in new customers and repeat or loyal customers. With businesses relying more on computer systems for various functions, data breaches […]
