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June 14, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Quantum networks don’t exist yet, but breakthroughs are happening everywhere. Amazon Web Services’ new project is an example of that. With fiber optic systems nearing their limits, the tech giant is developing a faster and more secure way to transmit data. It is seeking to unlock the full potential of quantum computing and networking through […]
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June 12, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The recent actions of hackers underline the need to be more proactive with cybersecurity. The Kimsuky cybercrime group has been using advanced malware, known as RandomQuery, to gather intelligence and extract sensitive information. This serves as a stern reminder of the increasing threat of ransomware attacks in 2023. The Rising Danger of Kimsuky’s Cyberattacks […]
June 9, 2023 by Vertical Axion
In 2021, Google paid $8.7 million to researchers to find security vulnerabilities in its products and services. The year after that, the tech giant gave out $12 million. Since it launched its bug bounty program in 2010, it has paid over $50 million in rewards to successful bug hunters. Google is running another bug bounty […]
June 5, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Imagine putting money into an ad plan and having a tech issue cause costs to skyrocket. This issue hit many businesses when Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook and Instagram, faced a large glitch. The unexpected surprise On April 23, 2023, a tech issue caused problems for businesses using Facebook for ads. This glitch forced […]
June 3, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Recently, a team of researchers from Zhejiang University and Tencent Labs uncovered a new type of cyberattack, termed “BrutePrint.” This approach targets the fingerprint authentication commonly found on today’s smartphones. This is an example of what cybersecurity experts call a brute force attack. With the wave of digital transformation, business owners must be aware of […]
May 31, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Companies today can tap into a wealth of data to guide them in making sound choices. That’s why big data and analytics offer great advantages. They help you understand customers, markets, and operations. Let’s explore the benefits you can gain from using big data and analytics. Why Big Data and Analytics Matter for Your Business […]
May 3, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Cybercrime is becoming increasingly common as businesses continue to rely on technology to conduct their operations. Cybercriminals are constantly looking for new ways to exploit businesses and individuals. One of the methods gaining popularity is using Telegram, a popular messaging app that offers end-to-end encryption. Telegram has become a hub for selling phishing tools and […]
April 21, 2023 by Vertical Axion
TMX Finance has been providing underserved consumers with credit products since 1998. Unfortunately, the company suffered a massive data breach that went undetected for months. It involved all TMX subsidiaries, namely TitleMax, InstaLoans, and TitleBucks. The incident affected over 4.8 million customers across all its services. A Timeline of the TMX Finance Data Breach The […]
April 12, 2023 by Vertical Axion
American university researchers uncovered a new cyberattack called Near-Ultrasound Inaudible Trojan (NUIT). It threatens devices with voice assistants, launching completely silent attacks. Fortunately, researchers exposed the vulnerability before threat actors could exploit it. The discovery is a warning to everyone to take the necessary precautions. How Inaudible NUIT Attacks Work While human ears can’t detect […]
April 10, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Scammers will use anything to target businesses, including tax forms. A new phishing campaign is spreading a malicious program disguised as documents from the IRS. With the tax season in full swing soon, business owners must take extra precautions to protect sensitive company data. Emotet Phishing Campaign Targets Taxpayers Emotet is one of the most […]
April 8, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Mozilla has released a new version of Firefox for Android, equipping it with a built-in PDF viewer. Firefox 111 also provides a more secure experience for users through its Total Cookie Protection feature. In addition, the upgrade addresses the security issues and unusual bugs in the last version. Android Users Finally Have Total Cookie Protection […]
April 6, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Recently, there was a rise in cybercrimes related to the closing of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB). Threat actors go after businesses and sometimes use them in their illegal activities. SVB was the 16th largest bank in the U.S. The bank worked with tech giants like Buzzfeed, Roblox, and Roku. However, global inflation and a deposit […]
April 5, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft recently fixed a serious security flaw in Outlook that scored a 9.8 on the Common Vulnerability Scoring System. This flaw, CVE-2023-2339, is a zero-click vulnerability. It could let hackers steal sensitive information from user accounts and send malicious emails as if they were the user. The CVE-2023-2339 flaw affects all supported Windows Outlook versions. […]
April 3, 2023 by Vertical Axion
SAP, a leading business software company, recently released fixes for 19 bugs in its products. Hackers could delete files, add code, or access sensitive data through some of these flaws. Four flaws have high severity, while 10 have a medium severity rating. Understanding the SAP Vulnerabilities SAP products that received security fixes include: SAP […]
March 31, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft has finally released a fix to address slow file transfer issues that plagued some Windows 11 users after an update. The slowdown has caused frustration for those who need to move large files or data quickly. The Problem Users who upgraded to Windows 11 2022 have complained about slow file transfer speeds. The issue […]
March 30, 2023 by Vertical Axion
The purpose of password managers is to safeguard our login credentials and online accounts. However, a popular password manager recently made headlines for its major security flaw. Bitwarden is under scrutiny because its autofill feature gives hackers easy access to sensitive information. The company has known about the vulnerability for years but left the issue […]
March 29, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Essendant, a Staples-owned wholesale distributor of office supplies and stationery, paused its operations recently because of a multi-day, network-wide outage. The system disruption has prevented customers from placing orders online or contacting the company’s customer care unit. While Essendant has yet to disclose the reason behind the outage, many think someone had hacked into the […]
March 28, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Microsoft released on March 14, 2023, a security update that fixes at least 74 bugs in Windows and other software. Hackers are already attacking two flaws, including a very serious one in Microsoft Outlook. Microsoft Outlook Vulnerability The Outlook bug, CVE-2023-23397, affects all versions of Microsoft Outlook from 2013 to the most recent one. Microsoft […]
March 27, 2023 by Vertical Axion
In a recent statement, telecommunications giant AT&T confirmed that a hack on a vendor it was working with exposed around 9 million accounts. AT&T said that the sensitive information was mainly about device upgrade eligibility. The hacking happened in January 2023 using a weakness in the vendor’s system. The hackers accessed customer data, such as […]
March 25, 2023 by Vertical Axion
There is a new malware campaign targeting business-grade routers. It is called Hiatus, a complex operation that deploys the HiatusRAT malware. It is a kind of Remote Access Trojan (RAT) that cybercriminals use to gain remote control over a target system. Hiatus is the first of its kind. Lumen’s security experts say it has been […]
March 24, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Cerebral, an online platform that offers mental health care services, recently suffered a data breach that may have affected up to 3.18 million users. According to its report, the breach was due to the company’s use of third-party pixel trackers. Cerebral did not say the exact number of users affected. However, the company said it […]
March 23, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Email threats have been around since the early 90s. But phishing techniques are much more sophisticated now than they were back then. One of the most successful and lucrative tactics is business email compromise (BEC). BEC scams have stolen over $43 billion from businesses worldwide between July 2019 and December 2021. Threat actors are making […]
March 21, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Hatch Bank confirmed a data breach that compromised its customers’ personal data. The financial technology firm said hackers found a vulnerability in its internal file-transfer software. This allowed the hackers to access and steal around 140,000 customer names and social security numbers from Jan. 30-31, 2023. Hatch is using Fortra’s GoAnywhere file-transfer platform. Many other […]
March 20, 2023 by Vertical Axion
Credential stuffing is one of the many forms of cyberattacks on the rise. It’s a low-risk, low-cost automated method. It uses bots to access username-password combinations from past data breaches. It then uses that information to exfiltrate data from a new target system. It relies on people’s habit of reusing the same login credential across […]
