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All you need to know about the surge in Russian cyberattacks

Russia’s decision to invade Ukraine in 2022 was met with widespread condemnation, but the assets being used to wage war with a sovereign nation are unlikely to be purely physical. And while the military forces of both countries are engaged in conventional warfare, there has been a surge in the number of Russian cyberattacks directed […]

Don’t assume you’re safe

It can be easy to shrug off the danger of cyberattack as something that won’t happen to you because you’re just a regular person with a normal life. But if your information ends up in the wrong hands, hackers don’t care. One of the most dangerous threats to cybersecurity is complacency. Be sure to proactively […]

Beware of outdated apps

Software updates often level up your security to match the latest cyberthreats. Apps and programs that haven’t received an update in several months may be more vulnerable than you realize. Try to stay on top of your system requests, and delete apps that aren’t getting much support. You might experience glitches, crashes and failed tech […]

Worried about a cyberattack at your company? Perform a risk assessment

Cyberattacks are a hot-button issue given the state of global affairs. If you’re worried about your company being targeted, the first step is simple: Audit your network environment for risks and identify the most sensitive assets that need to be protected. This will help your business get a read on where your vulnerabilities are and […]

Backup your files and data to an offline copy

Data is a lucrative target for cybercriminals. If your accounts become compromised, they could access your sensitive data and personal information. Backup programs mitigate the risk that bad actors delete or hold data ransom. Automated programs can even schedule routine backups at an interval to ensure your most recent data is protected. Storing this backup […]

Beware of man-in-the-middle attacks

When someone interferes with your interactions with another party typically on a website or application, a man-in-the-middle attack may be involved. It could be monitoring your traffic via a non-secure public Wi-Fi connection or sending you to a compromised website. To stay safe, make sure your URL bar always displays HTTPS when conducting sensitive transactions, […]