Blog — cybersecurity

2FA Hacked - Backups Even More Critical

May 17, 2018 • cybersecurity • vulnerabilities

Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) is designed to protect you by sending you a text message or calling you when you are logging into a website. A new hacker trick can defeat 2FA.

New Computer Flaws Discovered

May 06, 2018 • cybersecurity • vulnerabilities

Newly discovered flaws allow attackers with access to a computer the ability to bypass passwords and read protected data.

Worst Year Ever

April 18, 2018 • cybersecurity • fraud

2017 marked another "worst year ever" in data breaches and cyber incidents. Here's what to watch out for and what you can do about it.

WiFi Flaw Can Breach Your Internet Connection

October 18, 2017 • cybersecurity • vulnerabilities

Hackers can eavesdrop on your computer use, intercepting passwords and dropping ransomware onto your device if you use WiFi. A flaw called KRACK Attack was recently discovered by a Belgian security researcher. https://www.krackattacks.com It defeats the WPA2 encryption scheme of supposedly secure, password-protected WiFi access points (hotspots).You should continue to use passwords for our WiFi connections but cannot assume you are safe until you apply updates to your devices. UPDATE: For information on fixes that stop KRACK from letting hackers intercept what you send and receive over WiFi, see: KRACK Attack Threatens All Wi-Fi Networks: What to Do To limit...

Overwhelmed by Cybersecurity? Here Are the Basics

September 15, 2017 • cybersecurity • protection

All of the bad cybersecurity news can lead to confusion and inaction about how to protect your firm. Here is a concise list of ten basic tips for securing your firm.