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31/08/2022

"An app with root privileges may be able to execute arbitrary code with kernel privileges."

This vulnerability has a score of 7.8 out of 10 (higher being worse). If an app has kernel privileges, it basically owns the device. Make sure to update your iPads, iPhones, Macs and Apple watches ASAP.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock () or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

23/03/2022

Ransomeware is big business... And it's run like a business. Make sure you don't fall victim by educating yourself and your employees, who are often the weak links in the security chain.

Google's Threat Analysis Group has exposed the operations of a threat actor group dubbed "EXOTIC LILY," an initial access broker linked to the Conti and Diavol ransomware operations.

23/03/2022

Invoteck is hiring!

Invoteck is a small company that has been operating for 10 years, working mostly within the Education and Aged Care sectors, providing both low and high level I.T. support that covers all aspects of IT, across all areas of business operations. We predominantly work on site, though some remote suppor...

22/02/2022

https://www.cisa.gov/free-cybersecurity-services-and-tools

As part of our continuing mission to reduce cybersecurity risk across U.S. critical infrastructure partners and state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, CISA has compiled a list of free cybersecurity tools and services to help organizations further advance their security capabilities. This...

17/08/2021

This article is well worth a read. Research shows that Phishing attacks have increased massively over the past 18 months, and is the most common form of cybercrime.

What is phishing and how can you avoid falling for this common scam? Learn about the types of phishing, how to

30/06/2021

If you use a Western Digital MyBook NAS, you should disconnect it from the internet immediately to protect your data.

Western Digital provides data storage solutions, including systems, HDD, Flash SSD, memory and personal data solutions to help customers capture and preserve their most valued data.

06/03/2021

If you use Microsoft Exchange you should urgently patch it.

Microsoft identifies malicious actors exploiting Microsoft Exchange server vulnerabilities

05/01/2021

Happy New Year! Time to remove Flash!
https://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/uninstall-flash-player-windows.html

18/12/2020

Further analysis of the wide ranging Solar Winds hack

Microsoft wants you to know this hack is even bigger than you think.

16/12/2020

If you have an interest in computer security, this is an interesting read

The hack of thousands of high-profile organisations, including the US government, could have major consequences.

18/09/2020

Just a heads up that we are seeing a number of malicious email attachments that are encrypted ZIP files (so can't be scanned) and the sender has included the unlock password in the email, so the user is tempted to open it.

The reason for the password encryption is to get through virus scanners. Please do not open any password protected files especially if the password is in the email. If you need to send password protected files you should always send the password via a different channel, such as a text message.

If you receive a file that seems suspicious, even if it's from a known contact, it's best to call them and confirm verbally that it's OK.

18/03/2020

Some useful information

As more cases of Covid-19 emerge, many employers are asking their employees to work from home to help slow the spread of the virus.