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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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Why Real-Time Encryption Detection Matters

Zerto

The tools to fight back have been evolving right alongside the malware. Existing solutions typically scan backup copies, so the data is already hours old to start with (likely from last night’s backup job) and the malware scanning process itself takes quite a few hours added on top. GB—about a 99.8% savings in amount of locked data.

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A Business Guide To Managed IT Services in Fort Lauderdale

LAN Infotech

Your Guide to Managed Information Technology (IT) Services. This is the first line of defense against unauthorized access and malware. MSPs install wireless intrusion detection and prevention systems that not only enable protection but also alert the MSP of a security breach. Anti-Malware. IT Managed Services.

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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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Do Microsoft Teams Attacks Prove Need for Innovative Cybersecurity Awareness Training?

LAN Infotech

Cybersecurity experts have issued alerts to check laptops, desktops, and other devices synced with business networks to run enterprise-level antivirus scams immediately. However, cybersecurity experts believe hackers have renamed the malware. Microsoft Teams Malware Poses Substantial Risk. How are Hackers Manipulating Teams?

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How an MSP protects a business’s VoIP systems

Online Computers

A Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) system is a set of technologies that allow for voice and multimedia communications to be sent over the internet. Unfortunately, VoIP systems are vulnerable to a number of cybersecurity threats, such as malware and distributed denial-of-service attacks.

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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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