Category Archives: Cybersecurity
New Windows malware strain creeps quietly past your antivirus
Security researchers have discovered a new malware campaign that uses code signing certificates and other techniques to avoid detection by antivirus software. A recent blog post from Elastic Security, the cybersecurity firm, reveals that its researchers discovered a cluster of malicious activity after reviewing its threat prevention telemetry. Cybercriminals are getting smarter. They have figured…
Can Someone Spy On You Through Your Webcam or Phone Camera?
Are hackers spying on you through your computer camera and phone camera? Yes, it is true. Your webcam or phone camera can be hacked, which means that the hacker can monitor you and potentially steal your personal information. However, there are ways to prevent or identify the hacking of your webcam and phone camera. What…
4 Steps to Take If Your Social Security Number Has Been Stolen
Whether your personal information has been subjected to by hacking or you’ve been a victim of identity theft, before you panic, there are steps you can take to minimize the damage. Security breaches at large corporations are common. In fact, according to the National Cyber Security Alliance, over 143 million Americans have had their information…
An ideal tactic for security training engagement
In this article, we’ll explore the two main approaches to employee engagement: the carrot and the stick. We’ll look at what motivates employees to engage in security awareness training, and how each strategy can positively impact a company’s security program. When businesses get punished for bad security practices, they often try to avoid the…
Windows Zero-Day Allows Privileged File Access
A Windows security vulnerability could allow information disclosure and local privilege escalation (LPE), researchers have warned. The issue (CVE-2021-24084) has yet to get an official fix, but there is a way to protect yourself. A micropatch has been rolled out as a stop-gap measure. Security researcher Abdelhamid Naceri reported a bug in Microsoft’s…
Stripchat Breach Exposed 200m User Records
Stripchat founded in 2016 is an adult site for live nude cam shows has had its 200m user database exposed online. This data exposure puts both models and users at risk of extortion, violence, and other risks. The database was found on Nov. 5 by a security researcher. It contained about 200 million records from…
Why HIPAA Compliance Matters In Telehealth
While the world has dealt with the far reaching effects of COVID-19, the healthcare industry has had to deal with many unique challenges. The procedure to protect both patients and staff from possible exposure to virus’s is a tricky process, especially when in some locations hospitals have also been dealing with patient surges. Keeping up…
Google Banned 150 Android Apps And They Need To Be Removed From Your Phone
It’s a rough world out there. You must be wary of threats — even if it’s as simple as an email or text message. We can’t go a week without a new threat popping up, and the latest crucial warning concerns 150+ fake Android apps on the Google Play Store that can steal your information….
How Can Businesses Prevent Common Wireless Network Attacks?
If you’re a business owner, how do you keep your wireless network secure from today’s most common online threats? While it may be difficult to prevent hackers from creating fake WiFi hotspots, there are steps you can take to protect your business. Isolate the Guest Network If your business WiFi is not isolated from your…
Hashthemes Demo Importer WordPress Plugin Vulnerability
The Hashthemes Demo Importer and is found in more than 8,000 blogs, according to researchers at Wordfence. It’s a high-severity security flaw. This WordPress plugin is designed to import demo content from HashThemes.com. However, it’s possible for subscribers to use the demo importer as a tool to wipe out content on any WordPress site. The…