by Bob Martin | Jan 19, 2017 | Cyber Security, Malware, ransomware
We’ve talked a lot about ransomware in the last year. Frankly, the whole world has been talking about it as it becomes one of the leading global cybersecurity threats. The biggest problem with this type of malware is the urgency it creates. Because of an...
by Bob Martin | Dec 22, 2016 | Cyber Security, Malware, ransomware
Every day new cybersecurity threats are being found. Most recently, there’s been an uptick in malware related to mobile banking. The trojan program clones your mobile banking login page and collects your login information when you enter it. And the newest...
by Bob Martin | Dec 15, 2016 | Cyber Security, Data Security, Malware
Online shopping is a great gift to those who prefer to skip the lines and the parking hunt, or even the need to leave home. We can get all of our holiday gifts from our smartphones. While it’s great for shoppers, it’s great for hackers too. They are...
by Bob Martin | Dec 13, 2016 | Cyber Security, Data Security, Malware, phishing
Phishing is one of the most prevalent cyber attacks currently. Phishing scams are generally fake email messages appearing to come from legitimate companies, like utility companies, a bank, or the IRS. They direct you to a fake website or ask for personal information,...
by Bob Martin | Dec 6, 2016 | Cyber Security, Data Security, IT security, Malware, Network Security, ransomware
We’ve talked about ransomware a lot in 2016. It’s a growing, ever-evolving threat to your data security that you may not be paying enough attention to. Preventing this form of cybercrime takes a combination of robust security, in-depth education of staff,...
by Bob Martin | Nov 3, 2016 | Data Security, Malware, POS Repair & Maintenance, POS System
We talk a lot about malware and protecting your computers and servers from intrusion. But, your Point-of-Sale systems are another window of weakness where cyber attacks can occur. We all remember the Target attack. More recently, Eddie Bauer found itself a victim as...
