Think twice before answering that “support call” – it might be a ransomware scam
Would your employees give an unknown caller access to your business devices? Not likely. But what if they got a Teams chat from someone posing as Microsoft support? This is what’s happening in a new ransomware scam…
The number one threat to your business?
That’s ransomware, a cyber attack that’s fast becoming the number one threat to businesses worldwide. It’s become a top choice for cyber criminals because it’s profitable, easy to deploy, and very effective.
Welcome to the October edition of Technology Today
Quick tech news for the busy professional! Here you will find… Don’t Be Caught Off Guard: stay safe from cyber threats. Benefits of a Modern Workplace: our new Microsoft Partner status. Tech Facts: did you know? Q & A: what everyone’s asking. Quiz Time: test your team!
Ransomware threats are surging – here’s how to protect your business
After years of decline, ransomware attacks are on the rise again. And more businesses are being targeted. It’s time to protect your data. Here we explain how.
Addressing the rise in cyber threats: what South African businesses need to know
Cyber attacks are now swifter than ever. Breakout times, which signify the duration for an intruder to navigate within your network after initial infiltration, have notably decreased from an average of 84 minutes last year to a mere 62 minutes now.
Ransomware dilemma: To pay or not to pay?
In the face of cyber criminals providing more payment options for escaping ransomware attacks, our advice stands firm: paying only serves to empower criminal activities and offers no guarantee against future extortion, perpetuating a cycle of vulnerability and exploitation.
Could your Zoom download actually be malware?
There are many convincing-looking sites that are designed to tempt you into downloading fake Zoom software, which cyber criminals are using to steal sensitive data. Here’s how to avoid being tricked.