It seemed like data breaches were everywhere in 2018, affecting everyone from a Canadian cannabis store to Chili’s restaurants. Yale even discovered and disclosed a 2008 data breach this year. The amount and types of data accessed varied, but each incident was another reminder of the importance of data security. We’ve rounded up a few of the biggest data breaches […]
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The Justice Department on Thursday announced charges against two Chinese nationals on charges of participating in a global hacking campaign to steal technology company secrets and intellectual property, as well as the personal data of more than 100,000 members of the U.S. Navy. Zhu Hua and Zhang Shilong are charged with conspiracy to commit computer
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The time to mull over whether selling cloud is right for your business has long passed; it’s now a requirement. But there are still right and wrong ways to sell cloud. “The most important thing you can learn is to stop selling and delivering new stuff the old way,” Karl Palachuk, author and consultant for
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What happens when you combine a remotely controlled banking Trojan with an abuse of Android Accessibility services? According to new research from ESET, you get an Android Trojan that steals money from PayPal accounts, even with 2FA on. The malware reportedly disguises itself as a battery optimization tool, and threat actors distribute it via third-party apps. “After
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Businesses with mobile device programs, whether BYOD or employer-owned, can definitely increase productivity, efficiency, employee satisfaction, and revenue. The key is to develop a mobile security plan to ensure your company and client data remains secure. Here are a few ways to make mobile security a priority: Hold mobile security training sessions: By training employees and
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For several years now, it has been a widely accepted truth that a green padlock in a website’s URL indicated that the site was secure; however, Krebs on Security reported that “Half of All Phishing Sites Now Have the Padlock.” Krebs warned, “Maybe you were once advised to ‘look for the padlock’ as a means of
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How to shop safe A lot of cyber security relies on some good old-fashioned common sense: don’t use obvious passwords, only shop on legitimate, trusted websites, and if it seems too good to be true – even for Cyber Monday – it may just be. Cyber safety starts with the devices you’ll be using to shop. Install
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Every year, travelers are targeted by cyber-criminals who are hunting for financial details, personal information and any means of financial gain. Make sure you think about cyber security before planning your trip. Naive travelers are easy targets, but there are some simple tips to protect yourself while enjoying your holiday. Use public Wi-Fi safely Public
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November is here and Thanksgiving is around the corner and that is the perfect time to reflect and be thankful for how IT Services keep a sound foundation for business operations. Top-of-the-line cyber security 2018 was yet another banner year for cyber criminals, with multiple high-profile data breaches grabbing headlines and striking fear into the
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One of Apple’s latest custom chips, the security-focused T2, has made its way to the newly updated MacBook Air, as well as the updated Mac mini. The chip will specifically be able to prevent hackers from eavesdropping through your laptop microphone. The T2 chip was first introduced in late 2017 with the iMac Pro, and it
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