Tag: Security

Cloud security – the truth of the matter, or how it can save your business

July 24, 2023

Most IT professionals would agree that due to the abundance of remote working possibilities, it has become harder to secure company devices and networks, with more avenues for compromise, be it because of said devices connecting to unsecure Wi-Fi networks, threats to major collaboration platforms or man-in-the-middle attacks. Added to that, the number of IoT devices … More Cloud security – the truth of the matter, or how it can save your business

8 common work-from-home scams to avoid

July 21, 2023

That ‘employer’ you’re speaking to may in reality be after your personal information, your money or your help with their illegal activities. The pandemic has radically reshaped the workplace. For many it normalized working from home (WFH). For others, it offered an opportunity to reevaluate whether their current career was the right fit for them. A “Great … More 8 common work-from-home scams to avoid

Estée Lauder beauty giant breached by two ransomware gangs

July 21, 2023

Two ransomware actors, ALPHV/BlackCat and Clop, have listed beauty company Estée Lauder on their data leak sites as a victim of separate attacks. In a disgruntled message to the company, the BlackCat gang mocked the security measures, saying that they were still present on the network, writes Bleeping Computer*. “After becoming aware of the incident, … More Estée Lauder beauty giant breached by two ransomware gangs

Child identity theft: how do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

July 20, 2023

Why is kids’ personal information in high demand, how do criminals steal it, and what can parents do to help prevent child identity theft? Total identity fraud losses in the US were estimated at a whopping $43bn last year. While many of us are getting savvier about how we protect our personal information online, can we say … More Child identity theft: how do I keep my kids’ personal data safe?

Protect yourself from ticketing scams ahead of the Premier League Summer Series USA Tour

July 18, 2023

There is a significant secondary marketplace where tickets can sell for several times their original value, opening the opportunity for scammers and fraud. As European football teams prepare to kick-off their summer soccer tours in the USA it provides a huge opportunity for local fans to see some of the top teams and players in … More Protect yourself from ticketing scams ahead of the Premier League Summer Series USA Tour