The IT Pro Blog
Category: Security
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Microsoft Office 365 to block Flash
A few weeks ago, Microsoft made an announcement to block future content that is embedded with Adobe Flash, Shockwave, and even their own Silverlight platform
Healthcare: Prevent insider threats
Healthcare is the only industry where insider threats pose the greatest threat to sensitive data, with 58 percent of security incidents coming from people working
New malware infects SOHO routers worldwide
Talos recently warned that at least half a million routers have been endangered by a new form of malware called VPNFilter. After an earlier version
Protect your Facebook and Twitter from hackers
In the wake of Facebook’s worldwide privacy scandal, it’s time to revisit some social media best practices. Your information is incredibly valuable, and you can’t
Should you worry about Facebook’s breach?
Facebook is the most popular platform for developing brand awareness because it allows businesses to target users based on what they have posted in the
Safety tips for watering hole attacks
Bad news, internet users: Cybercriminals have developed more advanced tricks to compromise your systems. While you may be familiar with attacks involving suspicious emails, the
Phishing hits businesses at tax time
Phishing schemes abound every season, and tax season is no exception. It’s an important time of year in the corporate world and cybercriminals are looking
Millions more affected by Equifax leaks
Back in 2017, Equifax, one of the three major credit bureaus in the US, made a major security blunder that leaked millions of sensitive information,
New scam freezes Chrome to panic users
Con artists have created a new method of deceiving Chrome users by freezing their browsers and displaying a security notification with bogus tech-support contact details.