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July 23, 2024 / July 23, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Business owners fulfill customer and employee demands to stay competitive and relevant in a fast-paced economy, especially with many similar companies out there. However, the demands they should never fall victim to are those that come from hackers via ransomware …
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June 14, 2024 / June 14, 2024 by Vertical Axion
In recent months, cybersecurity researchers have found that a new ransomware strain has been affecting certain businesses using Windows desktops and devices that are still relying on old operating systems. Below, we’ll explain how this works and what it could …
April 20, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Do you want to protect your business against damaging cyber-attacks and phishing schemes? With “Securing Business Communication: A Guide to Email and Platform Safety,” you can stay aware of the importance of email and platform security and implement tips for …
March 19, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Do you run a small business? You’re probably well aware of the dangers a data breach poses to your company. Never underestimate the impact of data breaches on businesses. Then, you can stay vigilant and protect yourself. Keep reading to …
March 8, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Is yours one of the thousands of corporations encouraging people to return to the office? Perhaps your employees aren’t budging on discontinuing their digital freedom for more traditional arrangements. You’re not alone if your business is struggling to find a …
March 6, 2024 by Vertical Axion
As a business leader, you want to protect your network from hacking and implement multi-factor authentication across your many accounts and devices. While these measures can boost your cybersecurity, hackers can exploit a few loopholes to infiltrate your account. Learn …
February 17, 2024 by Vertical Axion
Technology makes remote work possible. Unfortunately, the tools that allow workers to access their workplace networks from afar can also open the door to hackers and their harmful ransomware. The latest ransomware warning involves TeamViewer, software that allows users to …
February 13, 2024 by Vertical Axion
In this digital age, businesses of all sizes regularly concern themselves with online security for their mobile devices, desktops, and all programs and software. The last thing they want is malware and viruses threatening their data security and relaying information …
January 22, 2024 by Vertical Axion
You’re missing out if you’re a business owner who doesn’t use a password manager. Discover more password manager benefits and see how one can help your business. Easy Memorization You should have your employees use a different password for every …
December 8, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Ransomware is a significant cybersecurity threat. Attackers use malicious software to encrypt files, making them unreachable until the victim pays a ransom. Cl0p is one such malicious software. It has grown in popularity over the last few years after a …
September 14, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Virtual private networks (VPNs) offer a safe path through the digital landscape. VPNs make a secure tunnel that encodes your information. This encryption protects details like what websites you visit or which apps you use. However, recent reports have shown …
September 13, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Attention all businesses! A cyber threat specifically targeting Cisco VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) has managed to infiltrate secure business systems, putting their sensitive information and financial assets in jeopardy. Ransomware deployed by members of Akira heightens the looming threat. Learn …
September 4, 2023 by Vertical Axion
As cybercriminals continue to take advantage of people who use social media, many LinkedIn accounts are at the center of a hijacking scheme. This targeted attack is very dangerous for professionals and business owners who use the platform. Hackers can …
August 24, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Virtual private networks (VPNs) offer a safe path through the digital landscape. VPNs make a secure tunnel and that encodes your information. This encryption protects details like what websites you visit or which apps you use. However, recent reports have …
July 31, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Ransomware is malware that accesses your network and locks you out of your system. It steals important data and files, locks them, and demands payment in exchange. Preventing and detecting ransomware attacks protects your business, digital assets, and staff from …
July 25, 2023 by Vertical Axion
When you see a Windows update, you anticipate a security improvement, not a threat. However, a sneaky extortion scam disguised as a Windows update page has recently appeared. Its danger lies in encrypting files on your computer. The scammers then …
May 9, 2023 by Vertical Axion
A small retail business was hit by a ransomware attack. Cybercriminals encrypted their critical data and demanded a ransom of $50,000 for decryption. Despite having a backup system, the company decided to pay the ransom due to the lack of …
May 3, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Cybercrime is becoming increasingly common as businesses continue to rely on technology to conduct their operations. Cybercriminals are constantly looking for new ways to exploit businesses and individuals. One of the methods gaining popularity is using Telegram, a popular messaging …
April 25, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered a new, modular malware toolkit called “AlienFox.” Cybercriminals use AlienFox to breach email and web hosting services. It compromises misconfigured hosts on cloud platforms and takes sensitive data. You can often find this new toolkit …
March 18, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The United States government is alerting organizations about the Royal ransomware operation. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said in a joint advisory that the Royal ransomware gang poses an increasing threat …
March 11, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Ransomware is a threat businesses cannot afford to ignore. Such a cyberattack often blocks user access to systems until the perpetrator receives ransom. A recent cautionary tale is a ransomware attack on Dole Food Company. Dole reported on Feb. 22 …
February 28, 2023 by Vertical Axion
On Feb. 8, 2023, the City of Oakland suffered a ransomware attack. It forced several city systems to go offline. Fortunately, it did not affect emergency services. 911 and fire rescue were still online. Digital security experts investigated the incident. …
February 24, 2023 by Vertical Axion
A ransomware attack exposed the information of more than 3.3 million patients on Dec. 1, 2022. Multiple medical groups are affected under the Heritage Provider Network in California. These are: Lakeside Medical Organization Regal Medical Group ADOC Medical Group Greater …
February 16, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Schools in Tucson, AZ, and Nantucket, MA, became the most recent targets of cyberattacks within hours of each other during the last week of January. The two attacks appear to be unrelated. The hackers behind the Tucson Unified District ransomware …
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