Cyber Protection Group

05/04/2021

Update your Apple iPhones, iPads, and Watches! Apple's recent update fixes 2 security vulnerabilities that they believe are actively being exploited!

Update Your iPhone iPad and Watch! Apple recently released updates for iPhones, iPads and watches to fix security vulnerabilities!

04/21/2021

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is used for remotely accessing and controlling other systems and servers. Recently, 1.3 million RDP login credentials have been leaked on a Dark Web Marketplace. With those credentials, attackers have complete access and control to those 1.3 million systems.

1.3 Million Windows RPG logins have been stolen and are being sold on the Dark Web on cyber-criminal marketplaces.

04/13/2021

Do you have a LinkedIn profile? Recently, attackers scraped data from over half a billion LinkedIn accounts and posted them online for sale. With that information, attackers can construct social engineering attacks, commit identity theft, breach your account, and even spam your email and phone!

Over half a billion Linkedin Accounts are being sold online after attackers scraped data from the profiles and posted them online for sale.

04/02/2021

A school district in Florida became a victim of ransomware last month. The attackers demanded $40,000,000! That demand makes this attack the second largest ransomware attack in history! 😮😮😮

Broward County Public Schools become victim of the second largest ransomware attack, where they were demanded to pay $40,000,000.

03/19/2021

Do you use your own computer for personal and work use?

Employee owned devices increase cost-savings and productivity. However, BYOD policies increase security concerns and risk to an organization.

03/11/2021

Attackers can utilize your computers and systems to mine cryptocurrency for their own benefit.

Recently, it has also been combined with ransomware to create a more devastating attack!

Cryptojacking is the unauthorized cryptocurrency mining on a system. Recently, ransomware and cryptocurrency have been combined.

03/03/2021

Microsoft quickly released patches to 4 vulnerabilities that gave hackers access to Microsoft Exchange Servers!

Attackers use Microsoft Exchange Server exploits to gain access and control without proper authentication to steal data and install malware.

02/23/2021

You might have heard of a recent buzz in popularity around cryptocurrency. Here is a simple breakdown explaining what it is and how it works.

Cryptocurrency is a fairly new concept to many people. What exactly is cryptocurrency and how does it work?

02/22/2021

Watch out for Silver Sparrow, a new piece of malware that affects Apple's newest line of computers containing their M1 processors.

A new malware, identified as "Silver Sparrow", has been identified running on previous Intel and Mac's newest M1 processors.

02/19/2021

Can you imagine being hacked because of a smart device, like a thermostat?

Here are Top 10 Internet of Things (IoT) Device Vulnerabilities to watch for when purchasing a new smart device.

The number of IoT devices rises exponentially. Watch for these top 10 IoT vulnerabilities to keep your network secure!

02/18/2021

Did you plan on purchasing a Kia this week?

Kia becomes victim of ransomware and faces stolen data with nearly 800 crippled dealerships in the United States.

01/12/2021