Blog The Risks of IoT Devices: How to Secure Your Business April 24, 2023 by Vertical Axion 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, […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Phishing Security Technology News Technology Tips
Blog OneNote’s Critical Security Update: Protecting Your Business from Malware April 18, 2023 by Vertical Axion 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 […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Security Technology News
Blog Simplifying Cybersecurity: Microsoft’s Security Copilot AI Assistant April 15, 2023 by Vertical Axion 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 […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft New Technology Security Technology News
Blog Hiatus Malware Targets Business Routers March 25, 2023 by Vertical Axion 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 […] Read more » Business & Finance Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology Technology News
Blog Microsoft Exchange Server Antivirus Exclusions March 10, 2023 by Vertical Axion The Microsoft Exchange Server is an e-mail server developed exclusively for Windows OS users. It also offers collaboration functions like scheduling and calendaring. One of the Exchange Server’s biggest draws is its high availability features. These features ensure that outages and server failures won’t disrupt server operations. But while the Exchange Server sounds like a […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Microsoft Recent News Security Technology Technology News
Blog S1deload Stealer Malware March 9, 2023 by Vertical Axion A new malware campaign on Facebook and YouTube is making headlines. S1deload Stealer hijacks these social media accounts, mines cryptocurrency, and spreads itself. Discover what business owners need to know about this malware. How the Malware Installs Itself S1deload Stealer is hidden within photo files with adult themes. The attackers use social engineering to post […] Read more » Facebook General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Social Networking Technology Technology News
Blog AWS Warns Against Malvertising Targeting Users February 23, 2023 by Vertical Axion Cybersecurity company Sentinel Labs has discovered a new malvertising campaign targeting AWS users. Sentinel Labs warns that cybercriminals have established a campaign on Google Ads programs that take users to a fake landing page to steal their credentials and other details. What Is a Malvertising Campaign? A malvertising campaign is a digital ad intended to […] Read more » Amazon General Interest Google Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology Technology News
Blog Prilex Malware Blocks Contactless Payments to Steal Credit Card Information February 14, 2023 by Vertical Axion The hackers behind Prilex PoS (point-of-sale) malware have developed a new way to steal credit card information to target customers using contactless or “tap-to-pay” payments. Prilex PoS malware has stolen credit card information from payment terminals and ATMs before, but only if the customer physically inserts their card. Originally, the malware targeted ATM users withdrawing […] Read more » General Interest Malware and Virus Protection Security Technology Technology News
Blog Malicious SEO Campaign Affects Thousands of Sites November 24, 2022 by Vertical Axion In a massive malicious SEO campaign, cybercriminals are promoting low-quality Q&A sites by redirecting visitors to fake discussion forums. As a result, almost 15,000 sites have been compromised. In September 2022, researchers at Sucuri discovered the attacks. Each compromised site was found to contain approximately 20,000 files that were utilized in the search engine campaign. […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology Technology News
Blog Lenovo Patches Critical Security Flaws November 22, 2022 by Vertical Axion Lenovo reports that it has patched two critical security flaws that affected several of its ThinkBook, IdeaPad, and Yoga laptops. Lenovo is also recommending that consumers update their systems immediately. The flaws make it possible for cybercriminals to deactivate the UEFI Secure Boot tool, allowing them to load and run malicious scripts during the system […] Read more » Malware and Virus Protection Recent News Security Technology Technology News
