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Business Devastated By Ransomware
Posted by Norma Stratton on
It seems like we don’t go very long these days without hearing about new ransomware attacks. They are becoming increasingly common and are a growing concern not just for large businesses, but smaller ones as well. The effects of being targeted can be devastating, as in the case of Fran Finnegan. During his vacation in New York City shortly before the Fourth of July weekend, Finnegan was surprised to receive a text message from one of his customers, asking why Finnegan’s website was down. Unaware of anything that could be amiss, Finnegan managed to gain access to a computer...
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5 Ways to Defend Against Ransomware
Posted by Norma Stratton on
While some may have once considered ransomware to be more of an inconvenience than a major threat, that is certainly no longer the case. It has now developed into a multi billion-dollar industry that can have a devastating impact upon its targets. As instances of ransomware attacks increase, there are some things that you should be doing right now to help defend yourself. Be Prepared You need to have a plan if you are targeted, as it may simply be a matter of time before it happens. Ask yourself what you would do in the event of an...
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The Kaseya Attack: Things to Know
Posted by Norma Stratton on
One of the biggest ransomware attacks in recent years has been committed by the REvil group, who managed to exploit a vulnerability in Kaseya’s VSA remote monitoring and management tool. The attack compromised nearly dozens of MSPs, demanding ransom from nearly 1,500 end-user customers after encrypting their data. Even those who were not compromised in the attack were affected; more than 36,000 MSPs were left without access to the on-premises version of VSA as Kaseya worked on a patch as a precaution. Here are some things to know about the Kaseya attack: What is Kaseya? Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland,...
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What is a Data Breach and How Do You Protect Yourself
Posted by Norma Stratton on
You have no doubt heard about data breaches happening over the past few years, but you may be unsure of what a data breach entails. In essence, a security breach is when private information is accessed by someone without permission to do so. With companies collecting and storing personal information about their customers, this can prove harmful to all parties involved; companies lose face and the trust of their customers, while individuals have their personal information exposed. Companies suffering a data breach have far more to worry about than just a loss of customer confidence—the average cost incurred by companies...
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Legal Consequences of a Cyberattack
Posted by Safe Harbour Informatics Incorperated on
If you have any doubts about your system’s ability to withstand a cyberattack, then you likely need to upgrade. If you do not, you could find yourself facing serious fines and legal issues in addition to a serious blow to your reputation. Data breaches are on the rise, but preparedness is not keeping pace, particularly among small- and mid-sized businesses. This means they are at greater risk of legal consequences as they are legally required to protect customer data in their possession. Cyber law is constantly evolving to ensure that proper protections are put into place. Failing to adequately protect...
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