Innovative IT security solutions are essential to addressing the increasingly complex and evolving landscape of modern cybersecurity threats. Here are some cutting-edge approaches and technologies that are being adopted. Endpoint Protection Endpoint Protection is a type of cybersecurity solution that safeguards the devices (endpoints) connected to a corporate network from various threats, including malware, ransomware,…
Quishing, or QR code phishing, is a type of cyberattack that leverages QR codes to deceive users into revealing sensitive information or performing actions that compromise their security. The Growing Concern QR codes, short for “Quick Response” codes, are grid barcodes that can be scanned using smartphones and other devices to quickly access websites, contact…
IT support in education plays a critical role in enhancing the learning environment, ensuring smooth administrative operations, and keeping institutions up-to-date with technological advancements. Enhanced Learning Experience Access to Digital Resources: IT support provides students and teachers with access to a comprehensive range of digital learning resources, including extensive online libraries filled with diverse content,…
Cyber threats are continually evolving, becoming more sophisticated and harder to detect. As a result, businesses and individuals alike must be proactive in defending their data and systems from malicious actors. One of the most effective tools in this defensive arsenal is the firewall. What is a Firewall? A firewall is a shield that protects…
Setting up a secure password is essential to all members of an organisation since just one strong password can mean all the difference to the security of that organisation. Strong Passwords When setting up passwords, most people have the habit of re-using weak passwords because they’re easy to remember, but this isn’t the most secure…
Google and Yahoo have declared the implementation of a more rigorous criteria for bulk email senders. Scheduled to take effect on 1st February 2024, these new terms aim to enhance the filtration of spam and phishing emails, marking a substantial and positive development in the ongoing fight against such cyber threats. The swift timeline however,…
The Huntress Quarterly SMB Threat Report helps small and medium sized businesses (SMBs) to understand and take action against cyber threats. We’ve created this blog for you to learn more about the important and helpful information that the Huntress Quarterly SMB Threat Report provided for the third quarter of 2023. Over the past few months,…
Scam emails can be hard to identify, and a lot of people can fall victim to them if they are unaware of the different forms these emails can take. We’ve created this blog for you to understand the most common ways cyber-criminals will try to scam you using fake emails. Email Scams An email scam…
What is Phishing? Phishing is when cyber-criminals attempt to trick people into clicking a link to a malicious website. Using scam emails, messages, and/or phone calls. The aim is to send millions of unknowing victims to websites that are designed to download viruses, that are disguised as safe links or attachments, onto their device. Cyber-criminals…
Some believe that if they live a normal enough life cyber-crime can’t affect them, but the truth is it can happen to anyone and once a cyber-crime has occurred it can be hard to recover. The nature of internet scams can change over time, so it’s essential to stay informed about current threats. Below are…