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US formally names Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) as the perpetrator of the cyber espionage campaign that exploited the SolarWinds Orion
The United States formally named the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) as the perpetrator of the broad-scope cyber espionage campaign that exploited the SolarWinds Orion platform and other information technology infrastructures. These attacks continue in...
Phishing Emails are still a hackers favorite tool!
As you know, hackers are constantly sending emails trying to phish you into clicking on a link, opening up an attachment or calling a the phone number in the email. Don't be fooled! Below is one that is circulating now and is one of the better ones that I've seen in a...
Why didn’t I know that?
Recently I was in a conversation with a friend and somehow we got on the topic of computers. I mentioned that Windows 7 wasn’t going to be supported any longer and she said “Really? Why didn’t I know that?”. As a company we have been working with our customers to...
Whaling Phishing attacks – A Whaling story
A few weeks ago I watched a fully executed demonstration of a Whaling attack that actually happened to a CEO. It was an eye opening demonstration and want to share it with all of you to increase your awareness of what goes on. First, the definition. Wikipedia states...
Office 365 – There’s more than meets the eye!
How much are you spending on Microsoft Office software licensing, upgrades, support, and email hosting? In the past, businesses purchased individual Office licenses for each computer, which was installed once and then that version was used for years until...
MSPs and IT Service Providers – Cybersecurity is part of the job!
The job of a Managed Service Provider (MSP) or IT Provider has taken a drastic turn in the last couple of years and in addition to being responsible for strategy, security, patches, updates, monitors, failures and helping users with technology, we are...
What Businesses Need to Know about the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is the term used to describe all of the devices that connect to the internet. Although you may have read news stories about WiFi-enabled refrigerators, IoT has a lot more value to offer businesses. IoT devices include sensors,...
Wondering about VoIP for Your Business?
VoIP - "Voice over Internet Protocol" VoIP, also called Internet Telephony is defined as the technology that allows voice, fax, SMS and voice-messaging over the Internet rather than the public switched telephone network (PSTN). You can use VoIP with a...
Why You’ll Need More Than the Luck of the Irish to Secure Your Computers
You’ve been lucky so far with no major virus infections or cyber attacks! However, with 43% of all attacks targeted at small businesses, how long will your luck last? We Irish say “If you’re enough lucky to be Irish… You’re lucky enough!” Well… that’s...
Is Your Website a Barrier for Prospects & Customers?
By The Numbers: 46% of Google searches are searching for local results, while 78% of local searches result in an offline purchase. A well-designed website has become important to help potential customers discover you, learn about your services, and...