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How to prevent identity theft: Tips for a safer online presence

Online Computers

Regularly reviewing these statements and setting up alerts for unusual transactions can help you identify unauthorized activity and protect yourself from identity theft. Clicking on these links can trigger a malware download or lead to fraudulent websites used to steal information.

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How to Counter AI-Driven Cybersecurity Threats to Physical Security Products

Security Industry Association

IoT malware : IoT malware is malicious software that is designed to target IoT devices. IoT malware can be used to take control of devices, steal data or disrupt operations. Deepfakes can be used to impersonate authorized personnel and gain access to secure areas or to spread misinformation and create chaos.

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Managing Cyberthreats to Combat Ransomware Part 1: Current Technologies

Zerto

According to the Center for Internet Security over the past six months (DEC 2021–MAY 2022), these ten malware variants consistently made up over 60% of all reported malware activity: Shlayer. Ransomware — Ransomware is a type of malware that blocks access to a system, device, or file until a ransom is paid by the attack victim.

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How an MSP protects a business’s VoIP systems

Online Computers

Unfortunately, VoIP systems are vulnerable to a number of cybersecurity threats, such as malware and distributed denial-of-service attacks. These tools and techniques provide real-time visibility into the performance and security of a VoIP system and can alert administrators to any issues immediately.

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Changes Continue in Cyber Insurance

Pure Storage

With RaaS, pay-for-use malware provides easy access to the code and infrastructure to launch and maintain a ransomware attack. Applications are commonly rejected if fundamental controls, such as multi-factor authentication, separate backups, and endpoint detection and response, are not in place.

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Stop Ransomware In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

LAN Infotech

Ransomware is a type of malware designed to hold the victim’s information hostage. The installed malware encrypts a user’s or organization’s data, limiting their access to files, databases, or applications and rendering any systems that rely on them unusable. What Is Ransomware and How Does It Work?

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Holiday Hacking: Watch Out for These Deceptive Tricks

NexusTek

It is believed that the credentials were harvested from a device belonging to one of Uber’s contractors, after the device was infected with malware by the original threat actors. Hence the importance of multifactor authentication to stymie hackers’ efforts to log in! Use Drones to Impersonate Wi-Fi Network. Use Password Spraying.