No one can escape the news of WannaCry. The IT industry has been covering this type of malware for years, but never has one campaign spread so far or infected so many computers. Read on to gain a greater understanding of what happened and how to prepare yourself for the inevitable copy cats.
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Mac HandBreak downloads infected by Trojan
macOS version of HandBrake, an open-source video transcoding software that converts multimedia files into various formats, was recently infected with a Trojan. According to HandBreak’s announcement, if you downloaded the app between May 2 (14:30 UTC) and May 6 (11:00 UTC), there’s a 50% chance that your system got infected.
How to defend against WannaCry
Both businesses and individuals across dozens of countries are scrambling to fix their computer systems after a ransomware, named WannaCry, caused major disruptions earlier this month. Like most ransomware, WannaCry encrypts files and demands a Bitcoin payment for their release.
Web browser cybersecurity, ranked
Cybersecurity didn’t become more important in light of the WannaCry ransomware epidemic, it just became more visible to the average internet user. If like so many others, you’re auditing the security of business’s software, web browsers are a great place to start.
New phishing protection for Gmail on Android
One of the most common ways hackers infiltrate networks is by using phishing scams — fraudulent emails to trick unwitting users into giving away login credentials or downloading malware. Although this is the oldest trick in a hacker’s arsenal, it’s still an incredibly effective attack method.
WannaCry Ransomware? What It Is, and How To Be Safe
The global spread of the WannaCry ransomware and the subsequent publicity related to it, have prompted many questions coming our way from clients. "Are we protected?" "What can we do to make sure we don't get this?"
What's Ransomware?
I'll start with some background.
Does Data in the Cloud Need Its Own Backup?
What if I told you that your data in the cloud isn't as safe as you think it is?
Wait a minute, I hear you saying. Aren't you the guy who's been touting the security advantages of the cloud? Haven't you been saying that Microsoft Office 365 security is better in many ways than most companies' on-premises servers?
That's very observant of you (and thanks for reading my previous posts, I'm flattered). I have indeed been saying those things.
New malware threats on Mac computers
No computer is safe from malware, not even Macs. Even though incidences of viruses and malware are rare for Apple computers, they can still occur with disastrous consequences. Based on one security software firm’s report, MacOS malware grew by 744% in 2016, but the number of attacks were still fewer than attacks on Windows computers.
The cloud is more secure than you think
Even to this day, the perception of cloud technology suffers from a reputation for bad security. But as time goes on we’re beginning to see that cloud security is almost always better than that of local area networks. So whether you’re considering a cloud web server or internet-based productivity software, take a minute to learn […]
Extending your laptop’s battery life
Whether you prefer a quick fix or a long-term solution, extending your laptop’s battery life should be among your priorities if you’re a heavy laptop user. Replacing an old battery with a new one or purchasing a new laptop shouldn’t be your only options, especially if you operate a business with limited resources.