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April 5, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft recently fixed a serious security flaw in Outlook that scored a 9.8 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System. This flaw, CVE-2023-2339, is a zero-click vulnerability. It could let hackers steal sensitive information from user accounts and send malicious emails …
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April 3, 2023 by Vertical Axion
SAP, a leading business software company, recently released fixes for 19 bugs in its products. Hackers could delete files, add code, or access sensitive data through some of these flaws. Four flaws have high severity, while 10 have a medium …
March 31, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft has finally released a fix to address slow file transfer issues that plagued some Windows 11 users after an update. The slowdown has caused frustration for those who need to move large files or data quickly. The Problem Users …
March 30, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The purpose of password managers is to safeguard our login credentials and online accounts. However, a popular password manager recently made headlines for its major security flaw. Bitwarden is under scrutiny because its autofill feature gives hackers easy access to …
March 29, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Essendant, a Staples-owned wholesale distributor of office supplies and stationery, paused its operations recently because of a multi-day, network-wide outage. The system disruption has prevented customers from placing orders online or contacting the company’s customer care unit. While Essendant has …
March 28, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft released on March 14, 2023, a security update that fixes at least 74 bugs in Windows and other software. Hackers are already attacking two flaws, including a very serious one in Microsoft Outlook. Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability The Outlook bug, …
March 27, 2023 by Vertical Axion
In a recent statement, telecommunications giant AT&T confirmed that a hack on a vendor it was working with exposed around 9 million accounts. AT&T said that the sensitive information was mainly about device upgrade eligibility. The hacking happened in January …
March 25, 2023 by Vertical Axion
There is a new malware campaign targeting business-grade routers. It is called Hiatus, a complex operation that deploys the HiatusRAT malware. It is a kind of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that cybercriminals use to gain remote control over a target …
March 24, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Cerebral, an online platform that offers mental health care services, recently suffered a data breach that may have affected up to 3.18 million users. According to its report, the breach was due to the company’s use of third-party pixel trackers.…
March 23, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Email threats have been around since the early 90s. But phishing techniques are much more sophisticated now than they were back then. One of the most successful and lucrative tactics is business email compromise (BEC). BEC scams have stolen over …
March 21, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Hatch Bank confirmed a data breach that compromised its customers’ personal data. The financial technology firm said hackers found a vulnerability in its internal file-transfer software. This allowed the hackers to access and steal around 140,000 customer names and social …
March 20, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Credential stuffing is one of the many forms of cyberattacks on the rise. It’s a low-risk, low-cost automated method. It uses bots to access username-password combinations from past data breaches. It then uses that information to exfiltrate data from a …
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 17, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Callback phishing scams are one of the worst cyberattacks you can encounter. It is devastating to experience on a personal level. But it is even more disastrous if it happens to your organization. To help you, here is a guide …
March 16, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Having a password for online accounts is not enough protection. Hackers and cybercriminals have found a way to crack passwords and hijack emails, bank accounts, social media pages, and other digital real estate. Through password mass attacks, cyber threat actors …
March 15, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft Corp. announced via Twitter on March 1 that a worldwide outage affected Exchange Online – its cloud-based email service. According to the software giant in a series of tweets, Exchange Online users can’t access their mailboxes. Users can’t send …
March 14, 2023 by Vertical Axion
News Corporation (News Corp) has disclosed more information about the 2022 cyberattack against the major publishing conglomerate. News Corp revealed that the cybercriminals had access to its systems two years ago, starting in Feb. 2020. News Corp recently sent notification …
March 13, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Dish Network confirmed that the network outage it is currently experiencing is due to a cybersecurity breach. This outage also affected its internal communications systems. The breach occurred on Feb. 23 and disconnected Dish’s websites and apps. The network’s call …
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 …
March 10, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The Microsoft Exchange Server is an e-mail server developed exclusively for Windows OS users. It also offers collaboration functions like scheduling and calendaring. One of the Exchange Server’s biggest draws is its high availability features. These features ensure that outages …
March 9, 2023 by Vertical Axion
A new malware campaign on Facebook and YouTube is making headlines. S1deload Stealer hijacks these social media accounts, mines cryptocurrency, and spreads itself. Discover what business owners need to know about this malware. How the Malware Installs Itself S1deload Stealer …
March 8, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The recent Stanford University data breach is causing businesses to reevaluate their security practices. The way the university handled the breach can serve as a guide for business owners. But it is important to understand the facts of the incident.…
March 7, 2023 by Vertical Axion
LastPass recently revealed more details of the second malware attack targeting its infrastructure.It also disclosed the company’s actions to prevent similar attacks in the future. By learning more about the attack, business owners can strengthen their own security weaknesses. There …
March 6, 2023 by Vertical Axion
GoDaddy is a popular web hosting company with millions of customers worldwide. Users are alarmed to find that attackers stole the company’s source code. The hosting giant found the security breach in early December 2022 after it received customer reports. …
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