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A recent report from cyber security company Sophos has uncovered some disturbing trends in the advancement of online crime. The report found that teams of online criminals are now turning to targeted ransomware attacks as a means of earning millions of dollars from businesses and high-value individuals. The report by SophosLabs also suggested that cyber criminals are manipulating flaws in Windows systems admin tools as a means of stealing sensitive information and of delivering ransomware. Once activated, the ransomware will…
Read MoreVirtual desktop infrastructure. Even the name itself can sound confusing. But the benefits of VDI are well worth the small amount of time it takes to understand what it is and how it works. Read on to find out more. What is VDI? VDI can be simply described as a type of technology that detaches the application processing from the physical computer in front of you. Rather than running applications on the computer under your desk, you will instead run…
Read MoreFollowing on from headlines claiming malware like Petya, NotPetya and WannaCry, a new threat to computer users has emerged in the form of an all-in-one malware called X-bash. What is X-Bash? Researchers at Palo Alto Networks have named this new form of malware X-bash. They claim it combines botnet, cryptocurrency mining software and ransomware in one singular worm that specifically targets users of Linux and Windows. Who created X-Bash? The researchers, named ‘Unit 42’, have claimed that the malware can…
Read MoreAlong with threats like Meltdown and Spectre, Foreshadow has been in the news recently, described as a worrying threat for PC’s with Intel processors. Meltdown and Spectre, which were first publicly disclosed in January, were a widespread problem, and some of the aftermath is still being cleaned up. However, the discovery prompted researchers to do further studies into possible weaknesses and vulnerabilities, and in doing so discovered a weakness similar to Spectre in Intel processors. Known as SGX, Intel’s Software…
Read MoreBusinesses are encouraging staff to be extra vigilant after an increase in malicious content distributed through social media. Social media websites are documenting a rise in falsified articles that use notable fake news stories to encourage people to click. Once they land on the website, however, they can be susceptible to a whole range of malicious content like malware and viruses. Two recent examples of these hoax-type stories include an article purporting the death of popular Mr Bean actor Rowan…
Read MoreTechnology is rapidly changing the way that we work. From industry giants to young and hungry start-ups, modern devices, programs, tools, systems and support are enabling businesses to thrive in an ever-changing marketplace. One of the biggest changes has come in the form of not only how we work but also the way we work. While many businesses have traditionally operated out of office-style set-ups, following the usual 9-5, Monday to Friday shift patterns, over the past decade, a radical…
Read MoreOutsourcing is commonplace in the business world. Take a look at some of the biggest Fortune 500 companies, like IBM and Siemens, both of which benefit from the knowledge and expertise of other businesses to help them maintain their high standards of operation. However, outsourcing isn’t and shouldn’t be restricted to only those businesses that have already established themselves. Here are a few reasons why start-ups should also consider outsourcing certain duties, such as IT support. Cost One of the…
Read MoreIn the face of growing danger from cyber threats such as ransomware and phishing, Microsoft have released an upgraded set of features for their Microsoft 365 business edition in the hopes of safeguarding small businesses. Microsoft has said that Microsoft 365 Business will now include sophisticated scanning of attachments and AI-powered analysis to uncover and destroy malicious messages. The updates also include automatic checking of links in emails and full device protection to prevent devices from accessing ransomware and other…
Read MoreA new report from security watchdog SonicWall has confirmed that the threat of Ransomware is greater than ever in the UK and that British businesses in particular should sit up and take note, with over 38 attacks every day on UK-based companies and organisations. What is Ransomware? Ransomware is a form of malware which locks away a victim’s files and then requests payment to have them returned. Ransoms are paid through a digital currency such as Bitcoin, which allows for…
Read MoreThe content delivery network Akamai has claimed that 43% of all online login attempts are performed by cyber criminals attempting to compromise accounts of businesses and corporations. A recent report from Akamai has revealed that almost half of all online login attempts are “malicious”. In its report ‘Q4 2017 State of the Internet/Security report’, the company provided research that claims an overwhelming number of login requests are “attempts to log in to an account using password guessing software or account…
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