Targets of ransomware rarely publicly acknowledge attacks. More openness would help everyone. Ransomware is one of the most significant cybersecurity issues we face, as cyber criminals hack into businesses, schools, hospitals, critical infrastructure and more, in order to encrypt files and demand a ransom payment for the decryption key. Despite warnings not to, many victims pay […]
Even if you don’t want iOS 16 yet, updating to iOS 15.7 is still a very good idea to fix security flaws. The iOS 16 update became available on September 12th for the iPhone 8 and newer, changing just about every app or screen of the mobile operating system. Apple iOS/iPadOS 15 and macOS Big […]
Google Chrome users on Windows, Mac, and Linux need to install the latest update to the browser to protect themselves from a serious security vulnerability that hackers are actively exploiting. “Google is aware of reports that an exploit for CVE-2022-3075 exists in the wild,” the company said in a September 2nd blog post. An anonymous tipster reported […]
A vulnerability in the TikTok app for Android could have let attackers take over any account that clicked on a malicious link, potentially affecting hundreds of millions of users of the platform. Details of the one-click exploit were revealed in a blog post from researchers on Microsoft’s 365 Defender Research Team. The vulnerability was disclosed to TikTok […]
Cybersecurity focuses on protecting electronic information on websites, networks, or devices from hackers. Through advanced technology and sophisticated processes, cybersecurity professionals, like ourselves at bva, help keep data safe and accessible. Individuals and businesses alike face cybersecurity threats. In addition, businesses need protection from unauthorized data access, both from inside and outside the organization. Strong […]
Cyber security awareness: Unfortunately, small to medium sized businesses make very tempting targets for malicious hackers because they leave themselves vulnerable to cyber threats. SMBs hold the same kinds of data that large businesses have, such as personal information, credit card details, passwords, and more. However, with the nature of SMBs means the information could be […]
Keeping on top of cybersecurity risks is a constant challenge. Threats including phishing, malware and ransomware are continually evolving and adapting, as cyber criminals regularly find new, innovative ways to conduct malicious hacking campaigns, break into computer systems and find a way to stay there. Many companies are having difficulties keeping up with the technological world and threats that come with […]
Modern technology and workplace trends are transforming how businesses are run, not only to increase productivity but expand the possibilities of the future. A lot has changed in the last couple years since the world had to deal with Covid-19. The pandemic had major impacts on the tech world, since it led to many pushing […]
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