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Google patches major zero-day vulnerability flaw

A zero-day vulnerability has been patched by Google, and should be reaching you shortly.

Cyber Security
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Google and iFixit partnership officially live

An announcement that was made a few months ago joining iFixit and Google together to sell OEM parts on iFixit's online store is finally live.

Mobile Devices
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Home office hacks to improve your working from home experience!

Working from home has taken the world by storm, and not exactly by choice. Here are a few tips and items that can help improve your work from home experience, as we know that not everyone has the system completely nailed down.

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A number of SOHO routers are under attack by new Malware

A big range of SOHO (Small Office, Home Office) routers may be vulnerable to a new malware which seems to be very sophisticated in it's execution.

Cyber Security
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Hangouts into Chat, Google Merges Apps Again

The mess of Google Apps used for communication is getting an overhaul again!

Software
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New Google Chrome update greatly speeds up loading times

Google Chrome update 103 introduces new prerendering technology, which will greatly speed up loading times while using the browser and opening new websites.

Software
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Ransomware Encryption on Cloud Storage Service OneDrive

Ransomeware has a way to attack your cloud documents, locking them away and demanding payment.

Cyber Security
KCS Wizard Blog: Hertzbleed attack, pictured: CPU on motherboard with a timer icon overtop

New Hertzbleed attack on Intel and AMD processors. Is it serious?

New Hertzbleed attack affects x86 CPUs, from the likes of Intel and AMD.

Cyber Security
overheating symbol over the two people looking at their computer hardware looking for a way to protect their systems from overheating.

Keep your systems cool and safe during extreme heat

During times of increased heat, it’s crucial to ensure you’re taking the proper precautions to keep your computer hardware running cool and safe to improve the longevity of your equipment.

Computer
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1 million stolen credentials from Facebook Messenger phishing operation

In just 4 months, these phishing attempts resulted in 1 million credentials being stolen.

Cyber Security
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1 million stolen credentials from Facebook Messenger phishing operation

June 9, 2022

In just 4 months, these phishing attempts resulted in 1 million credentials being stolen.

Cyber Security
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Be Aware of Increased Email Scams

May 23, 2022

As we continue with our increasingly digital workflows, email scams are continuing to be on the rise.

Cyber Security
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Windows 11 Important Information

September 15, 2021

Windows 11 comes with many requirements and surprising loop-hole shutdowns from Microsoft

Operating Systems

New Windows 10 Vulnerability Allows Anyone to Get Admin Privileges

July 22, 2021

Windows 10 vulnerability using SAM registry entries allows local elevation privileges

Cyber Security
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FBI warns of BEC scammers impersonating construction companies

June 10, 2021

The FBI has issued a warning to companies about scammers impersonating construction companies to target critical US infrastructure sectors.

Cyber Security
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Over $80 million lost to cryptocurrency investment scams since October

May 18, 2021

The FTC reports that since October 2020 there has been more than $80 million dollar in losses due to cryptocurrency investment scams.

Misc.
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Microsoft warns of phishing attacks bypassing email gateways

March 24, 2021

An ongoing phishing campaign has begun abusing legitimate services to bypass secure email gateways to send phishing emails.

Cyber Security
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Ransomware gang plans to call victim's business partners about attacks

March 10, 2021

The group behind the REvil Ransomware has started to use two new tactics to extort ransom from victims.

Cyber Security

Scammers posing as FBI agents threaten targets with jail time

February 2, 2021

The FBI has issued a warning about scammers impersonating FBI representatives to steal personal and financial information from victims by threatening them with fines or jail time.

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