The risks challenging life science organizations Biotech is a growing, biology-driven field taking advantage of modern tech solutions to further its goals. However, with this rising reliance on technology comes all the same dangers of cybersecurity, infrastructure needs, and backups. Consider, for instance, the diligent teamwork and communication required when handling biotech projects, like DNA […]

Omicron phishing scams hit the web Though the world has eagerly desired a return to norms, the lingering threat of Covid keeps things in check. Though the disease is mostly kept in check, depending on the area and acceptance of a vaccine reality, variations of Covid keep us on our toes. With news of an

Discovered zero-day exploit raises red flags Cybersecurity is no stranger to zero-day exploits, a scenario where exploits still pose a threat to software, programming, apps, and websites. Most are manageable, but when the exploit exists for a widely used platform, it’s a big problem. Java is, as of this article, currently under the crosshairs of

Information overload impacts worker performance Do you remember in class how, after around twenty to thirty minutes, paying attention to a lecture got increasingly difficult? For those suffering from ADD or other neurodivergent problems, it was a nightmare. But for others, even with great concentration, that blurry, foggy sense of “information overload” eventually settled in.

How things changed since the dial-up days Security, browsing, and cybercrime looked a whole lot different in the primordial days of the internet. Sometimes, I like to glance back and see how far we’ve come in terms of accessibility and cybersecurity. . . and much hasn’t changed. While it easier, for example, to get loaded

How phishing is turning into a business for hackers Phishing remains one of the most widely used attack methods by hackers today. Social engineering is an effective tool for delivering malware payloads, such as ransomware. And thus, any hacker or malicious gang out for profit typically builds a phishing campaign. But it’s not just effectiveness

Mandates set new standard for ransomware reports in the transportation sector A key component to fighting off cyber and ransomware attacks is reporting the incident as soon as possible. The longer an event goes unreported, the less experts and security teams can do to both mitigate the damage and prevent long-term issues. But even with

How con-artists defraud millions during the holidays The idea of a scam during the holiday season sounds heartless and unthinkable, but it’s a common and frequent occurrence around Christmas time. Scams like these come in a variety of forms, from obnoxious spam calls to theft attempts of actual gift cards. People are busier during the

Tips to keep networks and devices secure during the holiday season The end of a tumultuous year is fast approaching. Hard to believe, given all that’s happened since 2020. But many are making a gradual, slow return to a sense of normalcy, or as close as they can get in a post-COVID environment. That doesn’t

The improvements in cybersecurity In the US, Thanksgiving means different things to different people. But often, it’s a time to reflect and show gratitude for what we have or accomplished over the previous year. In the spirit of the holiday, we can look at how cybersecurity has changed and consider its improvements. Though the cybersecurity