Blog Software Crack Sites Are Being Used To Distribute Ransomware October 10, 2020 by Vertical Axion Hackers have long used the lure of software cracks to infect unsuspecting users, but recently, a new group is making waves and finding significant success in using the Exorcist 2.0 ransomware to lock a user’s files and extort them. It’s a nasty combination. The user thinks he’s getting a free unlock for some piece of […] Read more » General Interest Ransomware Recent News Security Technology News
Blog New Ransomware Targeting NAS Storage Company Devices October 9, 2020 by Vertical Axion Does your business rely on QNAP NAS storage devices? If so, be aware that the company recently issued an advisory, stating that an unknown group of hackers has begun targeting them specifically with ransomware attacks. The advisory reads, in part, as follows: “QNAP Product Security Incident Response Team (PSIRT) has found evidence that the ransomware […] Read more » General Interest Ransomware Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Luxury Brand Louis Vuitton Experiences Data Breach Concerns October 8, 2020 by Vertical Axion If you’re a fan of the luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton, be advised that the company recently and quietly fixed an issue on their website that may have been exploited by hackers before the company became aware of it. The problem was discovered by independent researcher Sabri Haddouche, who, following proper responsible reporting protocols, reached […] Read more » Branding Data Breach General Interest Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Running And Bicycling App May Be Sharing Personal Data October 2, 2020 by Vertical Axion Do you use the Strava app when you run or bike? If so, it may be sharing your personal information in ways you hadn’t expected. Andrew Seward, the head of Data and Product Development at Experian was out for a morning run when he noticed something so unusual that he felt compelled to tweet about it. […] Read more » General Interest Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Popular Eyewear Provider Hit By Ransomware Attack October 1, 2020 by Vertical Axion You may not be familiar with the name Luxottica, but the Italian-based eyewear manufacturer is the largest company of its kind in the world. It has popular brands such as Ferrari, Michael Kors, Ray-Ban, Armani, Coach, and others in its expansive portfolio. Unfortunately, the company recently found itself on the receiving end of a ransomware […] Read more » Branding General Interest Ransomware Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Corporate Networks Being Targeted By New Ransomware September 30, 2020 by Vertical Axion There’s a new threat actor on the hacking world stage, going by the name “OldGremlin”, and they’re causing some serious damage to corporate networks around the world. The group’s malware campaign seems to have begun back in March of this year (2020) and for the moment, at least, is centered in Russia. Of course, it […] Read more » Business & Finance General Interest Ransomware Recent News Security Technology News
Blog Data Breach Of Department Of Veterans Affairs September 29, 2020 by Vertical Axion Hackers aren’t picky when it comes to target selection, and no one is safe. Unfortunately, that includes the Department of Veterans Affairs, which recently disclosed that a hacker successfully breached their system and made off with personal information belonging to more than 46,000 veterans served by the department. According to the official breach notification, the […] Read more » Data Breach General Interest Recent News Security
Blog Staples May Have Exposed Some Of Its Customer Data September 28, 2020 by Vertical Axion If you’re a customer of US retail chain Staples, you may have recently received a notification from the company regarding a problem with their Order Tracking system. According to information in the notification, the data was left exposed due to insufficient protections of the data stream accessed when a customer clicked to review their current […] Read more » Branding Data Breach General Interest Recent News Security
Blog Windows Makes Changes To Avoid Finger Command Security Vulnerability September 24, 2020 by Vertical Axion Hackers use a variety of techniques to infiltrate systems and make off with data, but one of the more effective approaches is to use the system against itself. There are a number of executables residing within the Windows operating system, for instance, that can be used by an enterprising hacker to make off with a […] Read more » Recent News Security Technology News Windows
Blog Bluetooth Vulnerability Could Affect The Majority Of Devices September 23, 2020 by Vertical Axion Do you have a smartphone, tablet, laptop or a “smart” device in your home? Or perhaps the better question is, how many of those devices do you have? Whatever your number is, be aware that researchers have unearthed a potentially devastating Bluetooth flaw that leaves billions of devices all over the planet vulnerable. The recently […] Read more » General Interest Recent News Security Technology News
