The FBI has released a high-priority public alert warning that millions of home internet-connected devices are being compromised by a powerful botnet known as BADBOX 2.0. This threat targets everyday smart devices, turning them into tools for cybercrime without users even realizing it. How Are Devices Being Compromised? Cybercriminals are exploiting vulnerabilities in common Internet of […]
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What the Kettering Health Ransomware Attack Means for Your Business—and How We’re Protecting You
On May 20, 2025, Kettering Health, a major healthcare provider in Ohio, experienced a devastating ransomware attack that disrupted operations across 14 hospitals and 120+ outpatient facilities. The attackers, known as the Interlock ransomware group, stole and leaked nearly 1 terabyte of sensitive data, including patient records, payroll files, and even police security documents. This […]
How Loneliness Can Lead to Scam Vulnerability: Understanding the Emotional and Psychological Triggers Behind Online Fraud
In today’s hyperconnected world, it’s ironic that loneliness is on the rise. While technology offers endless ways to stay in touch, many people—especially older adults—find themselves increasingly isolated. This emotional gap has become a fertile hunting ground for cybercriminals. According to insights from FightCybercrime.org, loneliness is not just a mental health concern—it’s a significant risk […]
5 Ways MSPs Can Strengthen Defenses Against the Evolving Threat of Cyberattacks
How US Service Center Helps Businesses Stay Secure, Compliant, and Confident Introduction Cyberattacks are no longer a matter of “if”—they’re a matter of “when.” From ransomware to phishing to zero-day exploits, today’s threats are more sophisticated, more frequent, and more damaging than ever before. That’s why businesses across the U.S. are turning to Managed Service […]
Smishing, Vishing, and Spear Phishing: Common Criminal Tactics
Cybercriminals frequently use smishing, vishing, and spear phishing to lure victims onto secondary messaging platforms. Once there, they may deploy malware or share malicious links that lead to fake websites designed to steal login credentials such as usernames and passwords. How to Identify Suspicious Messages Use the following tips to recognize and avoid fraudulent communications: […]
Rebooting your phone daily is your best defense against zero-click attacks – here’s why
In an age where smartphones are central to our personal and professional lives, cybersecurity threats have evolved to become more sophisticated and stealthy. Among the most insidious of these are zero-click attacks—a form of cyberattack that requires no user interaction to compromise a device. While antivirus software and security patches are essential, one surprisingly simple […]
Trending scams and examples
Knowledge is a powerful defense. Check out these trending scams Trending scams Tech support scams “They needed remote access to remove a virus from my device” How it works: Help protect yourself and your money No matter the reason given, be cautious about granting device access or downloading unfamiliar apps to fix issues with your […]
Data Brokers Exposed
John Oliver dives into the invasive world of data brokers, who track and sell our personal information without regulation or consent. Key Points: Insights: What can you do about Data Brokers?
Google’s Dark Web Integration is becoming generally available
Google’s Dark Web Integration is becoming generally available and not require a Google One subscription per Google’s article. What does this mean? It means you no longer have to pay for a subscription to access this tool. Below is the text specific to the dark web integration. Dark web report will become available to all […]
Is Windows AI spying on you? New Recall feature does!
Microsoft’s latest AI-enabled computers feature a new version of Windows with an innovative tool called “Recall“, designed to remember everything you do on your PC. New Recall feature is an available upcoming feature. New Recall feature aims to simplify the process of finding webpages, documents, or presentations by recording snapshots of your screen throughout the […]
Imposter Microsoft Websites, Pig Butchering Scams, and extorting money
Imposter Microsoft websites and pig butchering scams continue to be on the rise. These criminals’ goal is to either have you click or call them with the ultimate goal of extorting money from you. Do not fall for these and don’t be the victim. Normally, these pop-ups will take up the entire screen and began […]
AnyDesk Breach – Hackers breached their production servers
The company reports having 170,000 customers, including 7-Eleven, Comcast, Samsung, MIT, NVIDIA, SIEMENS, and the United Nations. Per AnyDesk Incident Response notice: Following our public statement on 2 February 2024 about a cyber incident at AnyDesk https://anydesk.com/en/public-statement-2-2-2024, we can assure you that we immediately took all necessary steps to investigate and mitigate the incident and […]
Microsoft Breach of employee accounts from November 2023 through January 2024
Microsoft Breach of employee accounts from November 2023 through January 2024. The threat actor accessed key employee accounts for 3 months. It was detected on January 12, 2024, and reported to the SEC (Security and Exchange Commission) on Form 8-K on January 17, 2024. The threat actor was in key employee accounts from November 2023 […]
Staying Safe from Phishing Scams: Your Ultimate Guide
Staying Safe from Phishing Scams: Your Ultimate Guide. What is phishing? This guide will take you through an introduction to what phishing is and how to protect yourself. Introduction In today’s digital age, where technology plays an integral role in our lives, the threat of phishing scams looms larger than ever. Phishing scams are deceptive […]
MGM Cyber-Attack
MGM Cyber-Attack was devised by hackers used a technique called “Social Engineering” and within 10-minutes gained access to this $33.9 Billion dollar business. This data breach at MGM could have been avoided. Cyberattack compromises computer systems at MGM casinos, resorts A cyberattack by hackers on the computer systems for MGM Resorts International has impacted its […]
HTTPS and Why it Matters for Your Business
Why does HTTPS matter for you or your business? In today’s digital age, the security of your business’s online presence is of paramount importance. One crucial aspect of online security is the use of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure), which encrypts the data transmitted between your website and its visitors. HTTPS is not just a […]
Cyber scammers target parents, grandparents for digital theft
Cyber scammers target parents, grandparents for digital theft. Losses from digital theft have doubled over the past two years, according to the FBI. Sharyn Alfonsi shows how cyber scammers are using AI, apps and social engineering to target seniors. Be aware of any demands from anyone with time sensitive demand for money. The Rising Tide […]
Common Scam Types
Common Scam Types will prepare you and heighten your awareness of these types of scams. Payment Scams Exercise caution if you encounter situations where you’re pressured to make a purchase in exchange for compensation, or if someone offers to handle a payment on your behalf or provides bank account details for payment purposes. If an […]
Gift Card Scams
Gift cards are always a GIFT, never a form of payment! Gift card scams can cause significant repercussions for individuals, businesses, and the overall economy. With the global market for gift cards reaching a staggering value of $899.3 billion in 2022, it has become an immensely profitable target for scammers. Those who fall victim to […]
GoDaddy Breach
In recent news, GoDaddy, a leading web hosting company, revealed that a GoDaddy breach spanning multiple years had resulted in the theft of company source code, customer and employee login credentials, and the placement of malware on customer websites. While media outlets have understandably focused on the admission that GoDaddy was targeted by the same […]