The Heartbleed bug is now the newest threat to your internet browsing security. The heartbleed bug affects sites that many users visit every day by potentially exposing valuable personal information to hackers. This bug exploits a hole found in the open-source software that encrypts communications for many popular websites, called Open SSL. Normally, a secure…
Many people browse the internet at work to research topics, complete transactions, use social media, and more. To enhance the website experience, programmers add features, such as videos, slideshow animations, sign-up forms, and search boxes. Adding a feature to a website reduces the visitor’s browsing security by creating a security hole that a hacker can…
Whenever a new technology emerges, there is a new opportunity for cybercriminals to use hacking techniques to exploit users. Every day, millions of devious cybercriminals look for ways to exploit security vulnerabilities in a business network. This allows them to steal data, extort money from victims, send spam, and promote their viewpoint. What tricks do…
As the technology landscape becomes more complex, cybercriminals will continue to develop software to search for vulnerabilities in any business network. Once criminals identify security vulnerabilities, they can use your network to steal information, exploit targets for financial gain, distribute spam to other networks, and promote their agenda. If you think your business is too…
In the early 2000s, accounting scandals upended the financial world. Corporations, such as Enron, WorldCom, and Tyco, hid large debts, inflated their assets, diverted earnings, and manipulated stock prices. These events led to bankruptcy filings and class action lawsuits against the companies, charges against top executives, losses in investor earnings, and job losses among employees.…
If your business operates on Windows computers, be on the lookout. Cybercriminals created malicious computer software, called CryptoLocker, which attacks your computer, encrypts your data, and then demands you pay a ransom. Afterward, you have 72 hours to pay the ransom of at least $200 in bitcoins. If you do not pay the ransom on…
Many companies today no longer operate solely within their immediate geographic region. Some are expanding into new global markets, either by having an employee work from home in another city or by opening a branch office. Additionally, they use their devices in coffee shops, hotels, and airports. Yet when workers use public Wi-Fi, their devices…
Many people use the internet to search for free software to complete tasks such as document editing, changing screen savers, downloading fonts, and scanning for viruses. Yet freeware is not a bargain when your employees are dealing with system crashes, bandwidth slowdowns, data breaches, malware attacks, and more. These free software installations can cost companies…
Many organizations are transitioning from paper to digital information systems, such as client management, Electronic Health Record (EHR), and Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) software. These types of systems enable providers to give higher quality health care to clients by allowing collaboration with colleagues and access to personal information from remote locations. Yet, the shift…