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FBI warns of scammers posing as crypto exchange employees -

FBI warns of scammers posing as crypto exchange employees The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warns of scammers posing as employees of cryptocurrency exchanges to steal funds from unsuspecting victims.

Taco Bell’s drive-thru AI might take your next order -

Taco Bell’s drive-thru AI might take your next order Can AI handle your Chalupa order?

Not every IT trend or upgrade is necessary for every business.

Before making a major IT upgrade, it's important to carefully evaluate your current technology and business needs.

Here are some key questions to consider:

1. How will this upgrade align with our business goals?
2. What problem are we trying to solve?
3. What is the long-term cost?
4. Will this upgrade integrate with our current systems?
5. Have we consulted with IT experts?

Don't rush into an IT upgrade without thoroughly evaluating the potential impact on your business.

Your new AI Friend is almost ready to meet you -

Your new AI Friend is almost ready to meet you The best AI gadgets could be the ones that do the least

One of the most common and disruptive cyber threats facing businesses today is DDoS attacks - and it's becoming more prevalent each year.

In fact, a recent study conducted by StationX found that DDoS attacks increased by 807% over the nine-year period from 2013 to 2022. 📈

But what exactly is a DDoS attack?

It stands for Distributed Denial of Service, and it occurs when a network or website is flooded with an overwhelming amount of traffic, rendering it unable to function properly.

Essentially, it's like a digital traffic jam – except instead of cars, it's packets of data that are clogging up the network. 🚗💻

So, how can you protect your business from a DDoS attack?

• Monitor your network traffic - keep an eye on your network traffic to identify any unusual patterns or spikes that may indicate a potential DDoS attack.
• Stay Informed - regularly update yourself and your team on the latest trends and methods attackers use to conduct DDoS attacks.
• Regularly update your systems and software - keeping everything up to date can help prevent vulnerabilities that attackers could exploit.
• Have a response plan in place - create a plan for how to respond to a DDoS attack. This should include who to contact and steps to mitigate the impact.

Don't wait until it's too late – start implementing these strategies today to safeguard your business against DDoS threats.

A lot of phishing scams have some stand-out red flags that are easy to identify. 🚩

However, there is one type of phishing scam that may not immediately raise suspicion – conversation hijacking.

Conversation hijacking involves attackers infiltrating an ongoing email thread and posing as one of the legitimate participants. 🕵️‍♂️

This insidious tactic can trick even the most vigilant individuals. After all, who would question a message coming from someone you've been communicating with for weeks?

Due to the sophisticated nature of this attack, companies must take extra precautions to protect themselves.

Here are some steps businesses can take:

✅ Implement Multi-Factor Authentication: Requiring multiple forms of verification can prevent attackers from gaining access to employee accounts and infiltrating email threads.

✅ Educate Employees: Make sure your employees are aware of conversation hijacking and other types of phishing scams. Phishing simulations are a great way to test their knowledge and improve their security awareness.

✅ Regularly Audit Email Accounts: Keep track of who is accessing company email accounts and look out for any suspicious IP addresses or login attempts.

✅ Establish Verification Protocols: Implement strict protocols for verifying data and financial transaction requests. This can help prevent attackers from successfully carrying out their schemes.

Like the ocean, the internet has its dark, murky depths - known as the dark web. 🌊

It is a hidden world that operates out of sight from the mainstream internet, where illicit activities thrive, and cybercriminals lurk.

So, what are some of the biggest threats lurking in this mysterious world?

Here are 5 of the top dark web dangers that businesses face today:

1. Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) 💸: Ransomware, is a type of malware that encrypts a victim's data and demands payment for its release. This service allows individuals with little technical knowledge to purchase and launch ransomware attacks against businesses.
2. Data Breach Marketplaces 📊: The dark web is home to marketplaces where stolen data is bought and sold, including sensitive information such as personal identities, login credentials, financial information, and more.
3. Zero-Day Exploits 🔓: Zero-day exploits are vulnerabilities in software or systems that have not yet been discovered or patched. Cybercriminals can purchase these exploits on the dark web and use them to launch attacks against unsuspecting businesses.
4. Malware Kits 🦠: Malware kits are pre-packaged sets of malicious tools sold on the dark web for a low price, enabling even novice hackers to launch sophisticated cyberattacks.
5. Insider Threats 🕵️‍♀️: The dark web is also a haven for disgruntled employees to leak confidential information, conduct cyberattacks, or even hire hackers to target a business.

Swipe Right for Data Leaks: Dating Apps Expose Location, More -

Swipe Right for Data Leaks: Dating Apps Expose Location, More Apps like Tinder, Bumble, Grindr, Badoo, OKCupid, MeetMe, and Hinge all have API vulnerabilities that expose sensitive user data, and six allow a threat actor to pinpoint exactly where someone is.

Google Play Store May Delete Tons of Android Apps Next Month -

Google Play Store May Delete Tons of Android Apps Next Month Google ups the minimum requirements for app functionality to reduce j***y listings in its app store, meaning a mass deletion event could be on the horizon.

While many organizations have taken steps to protect against external threats, one often overlooked risk is the presence of zombie accounts on their network.

So, what exactly are zombie accounts? 🧟‍♂️

These are user accounts that have not been active for an extended period of time, either due to employee turnover or forgotten logins. And while they may seem harmless, these dormant accounts can actually pose a significant threat to your company's data security.

But why should you be concerned about inactive user accounts? Here are a few reasons:

• 🔓 They can be a backdoor for hackers into your network: Zombie accounts are essentially forgotten or abandoned entry points into your company's network. Hackers can exploit these accounts to gain access and bypass security measures, potentially leading to data breaches.

• 👥 They increase the risk of insider threats: Inactive user accounts may still have permissions and access levels that were granted when they were active. This means that if an employee leaves the company, but their account remains dormant, a malicious insider could potentially use it to steal sensitive information without being detected.

• 🎭 They can be used for social engineering attacks: Zombie accounts are also a prime target for social engineering attacks. Hackers can use these accounts to gather information about the company and its employees, making it easier to launch targeted attacks.

At Total Secure Technology, safeguarding your data is our utmost priority. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of security and reliability for our clients.

We want to reassure you that Total Secure does not use CrowdStrike. Consequently, none of our clients have been impacted by the ongoing global IT outage.

Rest assured, your data remains secure with us.

We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Total Secure Technology has made the list of the top 501 Managed Service Providers (MSPs) again this year! 🎉 This incredible achievement wouldn’t be possible without the trust and support of our amazing customers.

To our incredible clients: Your trust in us is what makes this all happen. Your confidence and partnership inspire us to deliver the best IT services and support every single day. We are so grateful to have you with us on this journey, and we’re dedicated to continuing to meet and exceed your expectations.

From tackling tricky IT issues to providing top-notch support and innovative solutions, we’re proud to serve such a fantastic group of clients who believe in us.

Here’s to celebrating this fantastic success and looking forward to many more years of excellence together! 🎉

Patagonia invaded privacy by using AI to analyze customer service interactions, lawsuit alleges -

Patagonia invaded privacy by using AI to analyze customer service interactions, lawsuit alleges The plaintiffs of a suit filed in California say their communications with Patagonia were intercepted, recorded and analyzed by a third party without their permission.

Facebook ads for Windows desktop themes push info-stealing malware -

Facebook ads for Windows desktop themes push info-stealing malware Cybercriminals use Facebook business pages and advertisements to promote fake Windows themes that infect unsuspecting users with the SYS01 password-stealing malware.

Advance Auto Parts data breach impacts 2.3 million people -

Advance Auto Parts data breach impacts 2.3 million people Advance Auto Parts is sending data breach notifications to over 2.3 million people whose personal data was stolen in recent Snowflake data theft attacks.

Hackers Resurrect Internet Explorer to Attack Windows PCs -

Hackers Resurrect Internet Explorer to Attack Windows PCs Scammers are abusing an IE-related bug to install malware on Windows 10 and 11 PCs, according to cybersecurity firm Check Point.

Neiman Marcus data breach: 31 million email addresses found exposed -

Neiman Marcus data breach: 31 million email addresses found exposed A May 2024 data breach disclosed by American luxury retailer and department store chain Neiman Marcus last month has exposed more than 31 million customer email addresses, according to Have I Been Pwned founder Troy Hunt, who analyzed the stolen data.

Hackers leak alleged Taylor Swift tickets, amp up Ticketmaster extortion -

Hackers leak alleged Taylor Swift tickets, amp up Ticketmaster extortion Hackers have leaked what they claim is Ticketmaster barcode data for 166,000 Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets, warning that more events would be leaked if a $2 million extortion demand is not paid.

Judy Garland, James Dean Return as AI Voices to Read You the News -

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Meta Changes 'Made With AI' Policy After Mislabeling Images -

Meta Changes 'Made With AI' Policy After Mislabeling Images Meta is tweaking its AI labels after Instagram and Threads users found them confusing and inaccurate.

Amtrak Data Breach Stemming from Credential Stuffing Compromises Guest Rewards Accounts - CPO Magazine -

Amtrak Data Breach Stemming from Credential Stuffing Compromises Guest Rewards Accounts - CPO Magazine The National Railroad Passenger Corporation is notifying customers of a data breach affecting their Amtrak Guest Rewards accounts. Amtrak believes the threat actor gained access via a credential stuffing attack.

Apple AirPods Bug Allows Eavesdropping -

Apple AirPods Bug Allows Eavesdropping The vulnerability affects not only AirPods, but also AirPods Max, Powerbeats Pro, Beats Fit Pro, and all models of AirPods Pro.

Levi’s gets stripped of 72,000 customer account details -

Levi’s gets stripped of 72,000 customer account details Clothing company Levi Strauss said some 72,000 customer accounts have come under attack from threat actors.

Facebook PrestaShop module exploited to steal credit cards -

Facebook PrestaShop module exploited to steal credit cards Hackers are exploiting a flaw in a premium Facebook module for PrestaShop named pkfacebook to deploy a card skimmer on vulnerable e-commerce sites and steal people's payment credit card details.

Ever Tried to Report a Scam on Facebook? Good Luck! -

Ever Tried to Report a Scam on Facebook? Good Luck! From account takeover threats to fake investment schemes, it doesn't take much time on social media to stumble upon a scam. But if you try to report these bad actors to social platforms such as Facebook, you may have a hard time doing so. On Facebook, "scam" or "fraud" aren't reporting options.

Cyberattack Disrupts Auto Dealerships Across US -

Cyberattack Disrupts Auto Dealerships Across US The cyberattack at CDK Global appears to have impacted IT operations at thousands of auto dealers that rely on the company's software.

Wi-Fi at Warp Speed: Where to Find the Fastest Airport Internet Before You Fly -

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Human or AI? You Deserve to Know Where What You're Reading Comes From -

Human or AI? You Deserve to Know Where What You're Reading Comes From As Google, Microsoft, OpenAI, and now Apple race to release and refine AI content creation tools, these companies need to clearly label AI-generated text.

Why the Christie’s auction house hack is different -

Why the Christie’s auction house hack is different The cyber crime group RansomHub has hacked one of the world's leading auction houses, exfiltrating 2GB of name, birthdates and ID document data.

IoT Vulnerabilities Skyrocket, Becoming Key Entry Point for Attackers -

IoT Vulnerabilities Skyrocket, Becoming Key Entry Point for Attackers A new Forescout report found that IoT devices containing vulnerabilities surged 136% compared to a year ago, becoming a key focus for attackers