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What is a Autorun Worm?

Autorun worms are malicious programs that take advantage of the Windows AutoRun feature. They execute automatically when the device on which they are stored is plugged into a computer. Autorun worms are commonly distributed on USB drives, automatically infecting computers as soon as the USB is plugged in. AutoPlay is a similar technology to AutoRun.…

An anonymizing proxy, or anonymous proxy, allows the user to hide their web browsing activity. Anonymizing proxies are often used to bypass web security filters—e.g., to access blocked sites from a work computer. Anonymizing proxies hold security and liability risks for organizations: Security: The anonymizing proxy bypasses web security and allows users to access unauthorized…

What is Adware?

Adware is software that displays advertisements on your computer. Adware displays advertising banners or pop-ups on your computer when you use an application. This is not necessarily a bad thing. Such advertising can fund the development of useful software, which is then distributed free (for example, Android apps and browser toolbars, many of which are…

What are Advanced Persistent Threats or “APT”

An advanced persistent threat is a type of targeted attack. APTs are characterized by an attacker who has time and resources to plan an infiltration into a network. These attackers actively manage their attack once they have a foothold in a network and are usually seeking information, proprietary or economic, rather than simple financial data.…

Email Phishing and Spear Phishing are quickly becoming more sophisticated, and more targeted than ever before. It is critical that you understand these threats to your network. Awareness of key threats will enable you to employ practices and behaviors that limit your risks. What exactly is EMAIL phishing and spear phishing? Email Phishing is the…

3 online threats your business is facing that you MUST know about!

It is critical that you understand the online threats to your company’s network. Awareness of key threats will enable you to employ practices and behaviors that limit your company’s risk. Today’s businesses face several major online threats: Spam Spam, unsolicited junk email, can be both received and distributed by businesses. Opening spam through your work…

America thrives with small businesses in society. There are numerous opportunities for small businesses to fill the niches within industries. However, many small businesses may not have all the resources they need to have a strong cyber security posture. By implementing simple cyber security practices through your organization, you can safeguard your information and data…

Beware of Tech Support Scams

In a recent twist, scam artists are using the phone to try to break into your computer. They call, claiming to be computer techs associated with well-known companies like Microsoft. They say that they’ve detected viruses or other malware on your computer to trick you into giving them remote access or paying for software you…

What is Phishing?

When internet fraudsters impersonate a business to trick you into giving out your personal information, it’s called phishing. Don’t reply to email, text, or pop-up messages that ask for your personal or financial information. Don’t click on links within them either – even if the message seems to be from an organization you trust. It…

Mobile Devices: The NEW Train Robberies

With nothing more than some rope, a few guns and a lot of gumption, Jesse James committed the first train robbery in 1873. Although he and his gang were hoping for a windfall of gold bullion, they only made off with a meager $2,000. After that, thousands of train robberies occurred and became common because…