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Broken Tech Is Disrupting the Modern Workplace
Does your workplace technology help employees succeed, or does it regularly slow them down? Broken tech can turn simple meetings and everyday tasks into frustrating interruptions that cost establishments valuable time. Learn more about it here. Is Your Tech Team Always the Last To Know? Businesses often plan office layouts, meeting spaces, and employee workflows […]
Microsoft Teams Adds New File Blocking Controls
Could risky files slip through the collaboration tools your employees use every day? New Microsoft Teams file blocking controls will give administrators more flexibility and reduce exposure to potentially harmful content across the platform. Learn more about them here. Teams Has Become Another Security Battleground Cybercriminals no longer target only email inboxes. Workplace communication platforms […]
Salesforce Builds AI Agent To Improve TSA Travel
“Do I need to take my laptop out of my bag?” “Can I bring my CPAP machine through the TSA checkpoint?” “How many ounces of shampoo can I have in my carry-on?” Ever-changing Transportation Security Administration rules mean that travelers have questions, and the answers aren’t always easy to find. This often stresses travelers and […]
AI Makes WhatsApp Business Setup Easier
Setting up WhatsApp for a business involves more technical steps than you might expect. Navigating the developer console and writing and editing templates can turn a basic setup into a time-consuming process. Meta’s new AI WhatsApp Business setup is designed to handle many of those steps. Instead of manually hunting through Meta Business Suite and […]
Fake Airline Support Puts Credit Cards at Risk
Travelers are never shy about sharing their bad experiences with airlines on social media. Facebook, X, Threads, and TikTok are full of posts from frustrated travelers seeking help from the airline. But responses don’t always come from the right place. Scammers have realized that online travel complaints are a great place to find people who […]
Microsoft Cloud Accounts Targeted in Complex Phishing Campaign
Are your establishment’s Microsoft cloud accounts as secure as they seem? A recent phishing operation shows how threat actors can exploit authentication workflows to access sensitive business data. Why More Businesses Are Moving to the Cloud Cloud technology now sits at the center of many everyday business operations. Companies use platforms such as Microsoft 365 […]
Cheap Skullcandy Earbuds Have a Bluetooth Flaw
Do you or your employees use cheap Skullcandy earbuds for daily operations? Learn how a particular Bluetooth pairing vulnerability may let nearby strangers connect to Dime 3 models without permission. Convenience Comes With a Catch Wireless earbuds have become commonplace at work. Everyone, from entry-level staff to department leaders, relies on them for calls or […]
Fake Voicemails Lead to Major Phishing Campaign
Would your team be able to spot fake voicemails in their inboxes? Today’s cybercriminals use transcript emails to direct people toward fraudulent login pages and capture account information. Learn more about it here. Voicemail Alerts Make Convincing Bait A voicemail alert rarely looks dangerous at first glance. Employees encounter these notices during an ordinary workday, […]
ChatGPT Ads Expand With New Amazon Deal
ChatGPT Ads are becoming easier for brands to access. Amazon has announced a new partnership with OpenAI that allows advertisers to extend their campaigns into ChatGPT through Amazon DSP. For businesses already using Amazon’s advertising platform, that could make conversational advertising much easier to test. The partnership is starting with a U.S. pilot involving a […]
Android Devices Targeted by Unique Malware Variant
Most Android malware has a specific job. Ransomware demands payment for blocked files. Remote access trojans give hackers control of a device, while infostealers focus on stealing information, and backdoors provide ongoing access. The choice usually comes down to what the attacker wants to accomplish. Mantax Otax takes a different approach. This malware strain, uncovered […]
A Visionary Approach to Your Security
The purpose of an IT partner isn’t just to fix something when it is broken, it is to keep your people working and your data secure. Astral moves beyond traditional managed services by addressing all the key areas of cybersecurity in today’s complex landscape.
