Cyber criminals are getting smarter. This recent malware threat is unusually smart. It impersonates a highly trusted brand name to get a foot in the door.
Why you will not be fine on this Cloud9
Fake Flash messages are being used as a cover for a new ‘botnet’ campaign. If you use Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge you could be a target.
Alert: A clever new type of ransomware attack
It seems like we’re talking about cyber scams a lot at the moment. And now there’s another new trick you need to be aware of. Cyber criminals are smart. They’re forever coming up with new ways to infiltrate your devices and networks to access your valuable data. Fortunately, the defence weapons continue to get stronger and stronger to help keep … Read More
Your business’s Windows updates might be failing because of this one simple thing…
If you’re the kind of person who installs security updates on all of your devices as soon as they become available, don’t start polishing your halo just yet. Because Microsoft’s just released a piece of information which might explain why your Windows machine is STILL out-of-date… despite all your care. Updates are crucial for all of our devices. They’re released … Read More
Just a single, bad email, that’s all it takes…
In 2021 what do you think the biggest threat to UK businesses is ? Not Covid-19 – it’s Cybercrime. Understanding the 1, 1, 1, rule, you will see what a big threat it is. We explain it in this week’s video.
Scams – Ransom emails – Don’t panic – but take action now!
Ransom e-mail – vile and disgusting scam attempts. If you get one, don’t worry. read this post and take action ASAP.
Is your Home Network secure ? what about your NAS
The following article was posed on the BBC website, written by Mark Ward – Technology correspondent, BBC News. I have re-posted it here as it touches on a subject near to my heart. Data security and backup these days is becoming more and more key. I have a friend who religiously backed up all his data to an external hard drive. … Read More
Gameover Zeus reminds us of the basics of online security
The UK’s National Crime Agency has advised that it has identified the gang behind prevalent virus, Gameover Zeus, and warned users that they have a two week window to ensure their computers are secure, before it can be expected that the cybercriminals regain control and potentially unleash a large scale cyber-attack. The warning comes after the NCA, working with the FBI, managed … Read More
