Blog Trust in Passwords Persists Despite AI Security Threats December 3, 2024 by Vertical Axion How many passwords do you have? Or better yet, how many services or accounts do you have that require you to set a username and password for security? Most people believe that passwords are effective in keeping information secure. A recent survey from hardware security key provider Yubico revealed that 39% of people believe passwords […] Read more » Business & Finance Security Technology Technology Tips
Blog Cybercriminals Exploit AI Tools for Advanced Phishing December 2, 2024 by Vertical Axion Cybercriminals will stop at nothing in their quest to steal from innocent victims. AI tools have made launching successful attacks against their targets easier than ever. In a new twist on using generative AI in phishing attacks, hackers are impersonating OpenAI, the biggest name in the machine learning and AI landscape. The New OpenAI Phishing […] Read more » Business & Finance Phishing Recent News Security
Blog Mobile Phishing Attacks on Businesses Surge to New Highs November 30, 2024 by Vertical Axion Suppose your business focuses its phishing protection efforts on email. In that case, it’s time to reevaluate your enterprise security protocols and turn your attention to mobile devices. Hackers always target the easiest entry point, and most smartphones lack the defenses of PCs and laptops. Also, people tend to be less cautious on their phones, […] Read more » Business & Finance Phishing Security
Blog Safeguard Your Valuable Data with Regular Backups November 22, 2024 by Vertical Axion If a disaster were to strike your business today—like a cyber attack or a major storm—how long would it take for you to get back up and running? If you don’t invest in regular data backups, recovery will likely take much longer than you think. When you consider the amount of data your business produces […] Read more » Business Advice Security Technology Technology Tips
Blog Cloud Architecture Exposed by Cybersecurity Skills Shortage November 21, 2024 by Vertical Axion Is your establishment truly safe from cyber threats? Many businesses are discovering their cloud architecture security measures aren’t as robust as they thought. With hackers becoming more sophisticated, the need for cybersecurity specialists has never increased. Sadly, though, demand keeps outpacing supply. The latest 2024 Cloud Security report by Checkpoint Software breaks down the nitty-gritty […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Security Technology
Blog Globe Life Faces Hacker Extortion in Cyber Attack November 18, 2024 by Vertical Axion Suppose you have an insurance policy with American Income Life Insurance Company, a subsidiary of insurance giant Globe Life. In that case, you may soon receive a notification of a data breach that exposed the personal information of at least 5,000 customers. The news of the breach follows an update indicating that Globe Life faces […] Read more » Business & Finance Recent News Security
Blog Beware: Fake Google Meet Invites Hide Malware November 13, 2024 by Vertical Axion Suppose we didn’t have enough reasons to dread meetings. In that case, a recent rise in virtual scams using fake Google Meet invitations might be the final nail in the coffin. In this new type of phishing, hackers send out spoofed invitations to meetings and then trick recipients into downloading malware. Although these attacks primarily […] Read more » Business & Finance Google Recent News Security
Blog QR Codes Exploited to Bypass MFA Protections November 12, 2024 by Vertical Axion Quick response, or QR codes, are ubiquitous. Businesses use them for everything from contactless access to restaurant menus and user manuals to providing payment and shopping links, making it easy for customers to access digital resources on their mobile devices. However, these codes have also created a growing security threat to businesses, as cybercriminals can […] Read more » Business & Finance Recent News Security Technology
Blog ADT Network Breach: Customer Data Remains Secure November 11, 2024 by Vertical Axion Did the recent ADT network breach leave you feeling less secure? Knowing the causes of this incident could help you narrow down the best proactive steps to safeguard your establishment. Breaking Down the Case ADT is a trusted name in alarm systems for homes and small businesses. On October 7, its representative informed the Securities […] Read more » Business & Finance Business Advice Recent News Security
Blog Guarding Against the Growing Threat of Data Poisoning November 9, 2024 by Vertical Axion There’s no question that generative AI is fast becoming a critical tool for enterprises. However, as with any new technology, there will be some bumps as more people adopt and refine it. As anyone who uses AI tools knows, it’s not always perfect, and with the growing threat of data poisoning looming, what might be […] Read more » Business & Finance Data Breach Security
