New developments, innovations, and reporting from around the IT sector
Technology plays a critical role in the workplace, but finding talented IT workers isn't easy for any businesses. Choosing a managed service provider (MSP) is often a better alternative that offers a wide range of benefits. MSPs with teams of IT professionals are always available to provide around-the-clock support, and you won't have to worry about the costs of hiring and training new employees.
Many companies rely on Microsoft Office 365 for managing their business operations. Using this technology is especially beneficial for remote employees, as it allows them to access files and folders from nearly anywhere. Unfortunately, many businesses don't create data backups for Microsoft Office 365 due to several misconceptions.
Understanding the weak points of your organization is key to staying proactive against cyber threats. Conducting a vulnerability assessment can help you identify any risks that can possibly lead to a cybersecurity incident. An IT service provider can perform a vulnerability assessment
while also developing an action plan to take care of any issues.
How well prepared is your organization to handle a cybersecurity attack?
Data breaches, phishing scams, and ransomware attacks are just a few of the many examples of cyber-attacks. A cybersecurity incident such as ransomware can be the most expensive event that an organization can encounter.
Are You Prepared for Windows 11/Server 2022?
Windows 11 is a free upgrade for anyone using Windows 10, as Microsoft is delivering this new update in phases. The plan is for all compatible PCs to have the opportunity to update to Windows 11 by the middle of 2022. While Microsoft will continue to support Windows 10 through 2025, it's a good idea to learn about all of the changes to help you determine if it's worth making the switch.
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Through the course of collaboration with trusted third parties, including Mandiant, SonicWall has been made aware of threat actors actively targeting Secure Mobile Access (SMA) 100 series and Secure Remote Access (SRA) products running unpatched and end-of-life (EOL) 8.x firmware in an imminent ransomware campaign using stolen credentials.
URGENT: In recent news over the weekend, a large Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) vendor has been hit with Ransomware. Not only has this attack affected several MSPs across the globe, but it has also trickled down to their clients.
The purpose of this message is to communicate that Network Access does not use any of the affected software, or any other software suites offered by Kaseya.
Ransomware attacks are a major IT security concern impacting a wide range of industries. Unfortunately, one of the most high-profile ransomware attacks occurred a couple of weeks ago against Colonial Pipeline, which accounts for almost half of the fuel along the east coast of the United States.
Ransomware attacks continue to pose significant risks against all types of businesses. These cybercriminals use a variety of methods to trick unsuspecting employees into downloading ransomware and encrypting valuable information. Understanding how to stay proactive against these threats is essential in keeping your business safe.
Ubiquiti is one of the leading vendors of Internet of Things (IoT) devices on the cloud. Unfortunately, Ubiquiti was the victim of a data breach that exposed confidential information from customer accounts. A whistleblower within the company accuses Ubiquiti of massively downplaying the incident to reduce the hit to their stock price.
