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The 6 Nastiest Malware of 2021

Webroot

These days, every major ransomware campaign runs a “double extortion” method, a scary prospect for small businesses. Phishing continues to be key for these campaigns and it’s typically the first step in compromising a business for the nastiest malware. In fact, most victims are small businesses that end up paying around $50,000.

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5 Ways to Protect Yourself from IP Address Hacking

Security Affairs

Your IP address represents your digital identity online, hacking it not only allows attackers to access your device or your accounts, but it may cause even bigger damage. It does not allow a hacker to access your device or your accounts but it may cause even bigger damage. Use a Virtual Private Network. Secure Your Router.

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Cyber Best Practices for Overseas Asset Security

SecureWorld News

If you are already familiar with the evolving cyber threat landscape in your home country, you’ll know that humans are often the most exploited attack vector for cybercrime, and how frequently small businesses are breached. Enforce enterprise-grade antivirus, firewalls, and internet security software across all connected devices.

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3 crucial security steps people should do, but don't

Malwarebytes

When asked specifically about the tools and methods that people use to protect themselves online, we found, disappointingly, that: Just 35 percent of people use antivirus software. Just 35 percent of people have unique passwords for most or all of their accounts. Just 24 percent of people use multi-factor authentication.

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5 Common Phishing Attacks and How to Avoid Them?

Security Affairs

These emails appear to be coming from some authentic source like from your bank or some legit business organization. They ask you to make certain changes in your account by entering your login password or ask for some reconfirmation. You need to be extra careful before clicking any link and entering your account details on any site.

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Ransomware reinfections on the rise from improper remediation

Malwarebytes

Ransomware woes doubled by reinfection after improper remediation In November 2022, a small trades contractor in Alberta, Canada, received an alert for an elevated account running unauthorized commands and dumping credentials. The business followed most of the recommendations for password resets but failed to implement 2FA.