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12/15/2022

Critical Microsoft Security Updates

Critical Microsoft Security Updates Posted on December 15, 2022December 15, 2022 by This entry was posted in Vulnerabilities and tagged Anti-Exploit, Anti-Malware, CryptoLocker, Data Breech, Malware, Malwarebytes, Protection Services, Ransomware, Viruses. Bookmark the permalink.

12/16/2019

IMPORTANT: Upgrade your computers to Windows 10 before January 14th, 2020.

When Windows 7 reaches end of support, the operating system will display a full screen warning stating that Windows is more vulnerable to viruses and that you should upgrade to Windows 10.

11/04/2019

It’s that time of year again. The leaves have changed, ghouls and goblins are about to take to the streets demanding tricks or treats, and Webroot is shining the light on the nastiest malware threats lurking online in 2019. It’s not names like Jason or Freddy that should curdle your blood this O...

10/17/2019

Here are some great tips for all laptop users!

Handy laptop battery life tips

10/17/2019

Make sure to stay updated on Phishing!

Vade Secure recently reported on the most commonly impersonated brand; it showed that Microsoft has taken the lead for the past five quarters straight; followed by PayPal and Facebook. What you should know: What is Phishing? Phishing is the act of deceiving or impersonating, intending to falsely acq...

10/15/2019

Never miss a talk! SUBSCRIBE to the TEDx channel: http://bit.ly/1FAg8hB You think your wireless and other technology is safe? From Blue Tooth to automobile r...

10/11/2019

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-patch-web-browsers-to-track-encrypted-traffic/

Researchers have found a new piece of malware, likely from an advanced threat group, that can patch Chrome and Firefox browsers to identify the encrypted traffic from a victim's computer.

10/10/2019

The operators behind the RobbinHood ransomware have changed their language in the ransom note, at least in one variant of the malware, to take from victims all hope of decrypting the files for free and to make them pay for the recovery.

10/08/2019

Microsoft has started to display a warning to users running Windows 10 1803, otherwise known as the April 2018 Update, that states the version is nearing end of support and that they should update to the latest version of Windows.

03/27/2018

Apple Updates Security to Stop Potential WiFi Attack Background: Apple has issued critical security patches for iOS devices and for Macintosh computers to defend a potential hacker attack that could come remotely via Wi-Fi. The dangerous vulnerability, called Broadpwn, had been exposed by a security...