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Critical Windows security updates from Microsoft

Posted on Thursday August 31, 2017 | windows updates, security, patches, microsoft

Earlier this month, Microsoft released a patch that includes several security enhancements and addresses 48 vulnerabilities for all supported versions of Windows. If you're not in the habit of installing security patches when they come out, now's a good time to start. Let's take a look at August's updates and the issues they address.

New Locky ransomware: what you need to know

Posted on Wednesday August 30, 2017 | trojan, security, ransomware, malware, locky

In 2016, the Locky ransomware infected millions of users with a Microsoft Word file. It was eventually contained, and cyber security firms have since created protections to detect and block previous Locky variants. However, a similar malware is currently spreading worldwide and has so far infected tens of thousands of computers.

Spyware has been infecting Macs for years

Posted on Tuesday August 29, 2017 | spyware, security, malware, mac, fruitfly, apple

While Macs have a reputation for being more secure than Windows PCs, they are far from immune. Over the past decade, a piece of malware designed to spy on its victims' computers has remained unnoticed until quite recently. What's worse is that security experts are still unsure about how the malware gets into Mac computers. Here's everything we know so far.

How to secure your IoT devices

Posted on Monday July 24, 2017 | upnp, security, password, network, iot, internet of things, hardware, firmware

More firms are using the Internet of Things (IoT) to create new business opportunities. For instance, companies that install smart sensors can automate data entry and monitor their inventory. However, if left unsecured, IoT devices also give hackers an opportunity to breach your network. In order to keep attackers at bay, we advise you take the following precautions with your IoT devices.

How Windows 10 plans to defeat ransomware

Posted on Friday July 14, 2017 | windows 10, security, ransomware, microsoft, device guard, creators update, controlled folder access, application guard

The recent WannaCry and Petya ransomware attacks have caused massive disruptions for Windows users. Although ransomware infection has slowed down in the past few weeks, many experts are saying that this is only just the beginning. Soon, newer and far more dangerous strains of malware will be developed. To help people defend against these threats, Microsoft has released new security features.

The benefits of virtualization in 2017

Posted on Tuesday July 04, 2017 | virtualization, uptime, security, hardware lifecycle, disaster recovery, containers, cloud

The relationship between computer hardware and software can be frustrating. Both require the other to function properly, but both also require individual attention. Virtualization makes this relationship far more flexible, and we've got a rundown on a few of the best examples.