In the cybersecurity world, MFA (multi-factor authentication), is one of our best tools to fight cyberattacks big and small. With it, a password isn’t enough: you also need an additional device or step in order to access an account. Unfortunately, hackers are starting to break through this mighty security feature, and it’s up to you to fight back. Not all …
Web browsers, like all software, are vulnerable to hacking and malicious activity. When a new security flaw is discovered, it’s important for the developer to patch it right away. This week, we saw that with Chrome, and other Chromium-based browsers. On Friday, March 25, Google released an update for Chrome , version 99.0.4844.84. This update was small, according to the …
The big cybersecurity story right now is coming out of Ukraine, as Russia continues its invasion of the country. In an attempt to understand the cybersecurity implications of the conflict, Cybereason is hosting an in-depth webinar next week. Cybereason, a cybersecurity provider based out of Boston, wants to help its audience understand Russia’s cybersecurity threats in a more meaningful way …
Apple Monday released three new updates for its suite of devices. For iPhone, iOS 15.4; for iPad, iPadOS 15.4; for Mac, macOS 12.3. These three updates introduce new features, changes, and bug fixes for their respective platforms, but they also patch security flaws with previous software versions. Unlike other platforms, Apple often doesn’t advertise its security upgrades as part of …
When you join a video call, whether on Zoom, Teams, or another platform, an important aspect is one that’s taken for granted: Your name. You likely don’t think about your video call name at all; you set it once and you forgot about it. But, you might want to take this moment to consider: What’s your name? I bring this …
The ongoing conflict—and now war—between Russia and Ukraine is dangerous in many ways, not least of which in terms of cybersecurity vulnerabilities. As the war presses on, you’ll need to be on the lookout for Russian cyberattacks, since the country often exploits cybersecurity as part of its military strategy. As reported by Forbes, these are the top cyberattacks feared to …