Data Breach
What is ransomware? Everything you need to know about one of the biggest menaces on the web
https://www.zdnet.com/article/ransomware-an-executive-guide-to-one-of-the-biggest-menaces-on-the-web/ Check out the ultimate updated guide by Danny Palmer over at ZDNet.com at the link above . It is a tour de force of workmanship, and the detail is no gloss; it’s a great summation for any business leader or owner wanting a 360-degree look at the growing problem that is taking the cyber…
Read MoreEquifax breach
News got out on the 8th that Equifax, one of the 3 main credit bureau’s in the US, was breached months prior, exposing over 143 million confidential records. The hack was caused by numerous poor security measures by their internal IT structure, making it simple for the perpetrators to gather sensitive data. Please check the…
Read MoreTen Tips for Staying Safe and Secure Online by AV-TEST.ORG
https://www.av-test.org/en/news/news-single-view/ten-tips-for-staying-safe-and-secure-online/ Check out this helpful guide posted by Olaf Pursche over at AV-TEST.ORG. The independent AV testing lab helps IT professionals by showing which AV products test the best in an independent environment, and help out consumers with tips like these. If you or your business could benefit from being more secure online, feel free…
Read MoreAll about Yahoo
At Monarchy IT, we have stated repeatedly that security of our clients’ data is our top priority. In the link from Larry Dignan at ZDNet below, you can read all about the Yahoo data breach, the largest in history. http://www.zdnet.com/article/yahoo-confirms-data-breach-affecting-500-million-accounts-claims-state-actor-behind-attack/ Obviously, we recommend to stop using the service if you still do, but if you…
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