Technology News for Small Businesses

Aug 6th, 2024

Understanding Cybersecurity Risks on Facebook Through Meta: Insights into Platform Vulnerabilities

In recent years, the evolution of social media platforms has brought unprecedented connectivity and opportunities for businesses worldwide. However, alongside these advancements, there has been a parallel rise in cybersecurity threats, particularly targeting large-scale platforms like Facebook through its Meta incarnation. Understanding these risks and the operational dynamics of Meta ...

Aug 4th, 2024

How Phishing Impacts Cybersecurity During Summer

Summer brings sunny days and vacations and a notable surge in cyberattacks. Recent statistics reveal that cyberattacks increased by approximately 30% during this season. Among the most prevalent tactics cybercriminals use, phishing stands out as a sophisticated method that exploits relaxed vigilance typical of vacation periods. What is Phishing and ...

Aug 2nd, 2024

Stay Ahead of Security Breaches: The Role of a vCISO

Security breaches follow a predictable lifecycle, from initial infiltration to data exfiltration and damage control. Understanding this lifecycle is crucial for preventing and mitigating the impact of cyber attacks. Here's how a Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) can help protect your organization. The Lifecycle of a Security Breach 1. ...

Aug 1st, 2024

North Korean Hackers Target U.S. Healthcare and Government Sectors

On July 26, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice unsealed an indictment against Rim Jong Hyok, a North Korean military intelligence operative, for his alleged role in ransomware attacks targeting U.S. hospitals. Hyok, part of the hacking group Andariel, used the Maui ransomware to extort healthcare facilities, compromising sensitive data ...

Jul 25th, 2024

Navigating the CrowdStrike Outage: Lessons, Recovery, and Prevention

Recently, the cybersecurity community was rocked by a significant disruption caused by a CrowdStrike Falcon update on July 19th, 2024. This faulty "single content update" resulted in widespread Windows blue screens of death (BSOD), affecting 8.5 million machines. The impact spanned various industries, leading to billions of dollars in lost productivity, missed ...