Protect Your Device from the New Mac Ransomware

Protect Your Device from the New Mac Ransomware

Protect Your Device from the New Mac Ransomware Only last month, cyber security professionals accidentally discovered a new ransomware variant which doesn’t target Windows devices. OSX/Filecoder.E encrypts Mac data just like the rest of crypto locker strains previously witnessed by businesses. The main difference between this and existing ransomware which release data once money is […]

The Power of Android’s Nougat 7.0

The Power of Android’s Nougat 7.0

Android’s Nougat 7.0 The latest buzz in the Android world is that tech guru Google is just about to roll out additional features for Android 7.0 Nougat and Marshmallow devices. Nougat 7.0 is the major revision of Android for 2016/2017. Although this is considered good news by most users, Google has not yet confirmed the […]

Top 4 Security Predictions for 2017

Top 4 Security Predictions for 2017

There is always a new type of cyber attack for businesses to worry about as hackers continue to work on new threats to maximize their reach. Security predictions for 2017 show a very dynamic technological landscape which poses major risks especially for the insurance industry. The cloud is particularly important in this business where volumes […]

The Most Importhant Considerations for HIPAA Compliance in 2017

The Most Importhant Considerations for HIPAA Compliance in 2017

It is difficult not to talk about HIPAA compliance anytime there are discussions about IT within the healthcare profession. These conversations are particularly prevalent today when there is increased penalties and audits. This is the time when SMEs are busy reviewing their new year policies and therefore the best time to cover some fundamental HIPAA […]

Understanding a Network Vulnerability Scan

Understanding a Network Vulnerability Scan

Attackers usually exploit network vulnerabilities to reach their targets. These are people looking for loopholes to bypass without much effort. For you, including other users to protect yourself, there is a need for effective mechanisms to ensure your gadget remains protected. Vulnerability scanning is the activity of checking and finding system weak spots so that […]

Fruitfly: A New Malware Infecting Apple Devices

Fruitfly: A New Malware Infecting Apple Devices

Ask anyone, and they will tell you that Apple is invulnerable to malware threats. While that might be a stretch, there is some truth to that statement. If your business relies on Apple devices, you shouldn’t rest easy thinking that you are not susceptible. 2017 has just begun and the world has already witnessed the […]

New Popcorn Ransomware Crosses The Line!

New Popcorn Ransomware Crosses The Line!

Nothing is scarier than using a computer daily knowing that you could power it up every day only to be met with a message that you have been hijacked and must pay a ransom to get it back. Unfortunately, this happens so often owing to modern day ransomware but now it has become more devastating. […]

Easy Tips for Preventing a Costly Data Breach

Easy Tips for Preventing a Costly Data Breach

Success for businesses today largely relies upon how well they embrace technology. IT is needed to run most operations, but it also draws the attention of attackers. To counter hackers most companies prefer to outsource cyber security services but that isn’t the only option. Here are some tips on how you can prevent a costly […]

7 Warning signs of malware infection

7 Warning signs of malware infection

As companies go to the Internet to conduct their business, their IT security becomes more vulnerable to many hackers and viruses. That’s why it’s even more important to recognize whether or not your systems are under threat from malicious software to swiftly fend off the infection. So how do you know if your company’s IT […]

Vicious Malware Spreads through App Stores

Vicious Malware Spreads through App Stores

App stores in Europe and the United States are whimpering under threat from malicious software DressCode. It penetrates corporate networks through employee’s devices that they are allowed to bring to work. This malware has gained a reputation for its ability to spread through large organizations, compromising and downloading content at will. Google Play Store alone […]

Enjoy More Secure Browsing Using New Virtualized Edge

Enjoy More Secure Browsing Using New Virtualized Edge

Compared to other web browsers, users of the Microsoft Edge browser are safer from exploitation by hackers. Microsoft has found a way of incorporating virtualization protocols into browser security. Read on to see if this new development from Microsoft will convince you to change browsers and how Virtualized Edge will change your security; Virtualized Edge […]

Virtual Networks: The security of Tomorrow

Virtual Networks: The security of Tomorrow

The Power of Virtual Networks The average business owner may not appreciate the impact of a virtual network until it is implemented within the organization. It was recent that the team at VMware realized how much could be done within the network. They have created Project Goldilocks which only highlights the importance of virtualized network […]

Our Top Security Predictions in 2016

Our Top Security Predictions in 2016

Modern day security professionals often face internal threats alongside the external ones that are already too common. Luckily something can be done to prevent attacks using advanced technology and unique processes. To give companies more leverage, Gartner Security & Risk research vice president Earl Perkins presented Strategic Planning Assumptions in the 2016 Summit. Read on […]

Free Decryption Tools Fight Ransomware

Free Decryption Tools Fight Ransomware

Modern day mobs don’t have to kidnap you to gain access to privileged information. Their work is easier as they only have to hack and steal whatever they need so you can fold to their demands. The modus operandi of these hackers is so sophisticated that security experts are left no choice but to pay […]

Protect Yourself From Cybercrime

Protect Yourself From Cybercrime

Knowing how to protect yourself from cybercrime is becoming more and more difficult in today’s digital era. And these trends are becoming more and more serious as the titanic interconnection of the internet continues to grow every minute. Research shows that these statistics will be hard to knock around since the crooks continue taking up the […]