Ransomware attacks are major threats for organizations across the board — but no two attacks are the same, in part because of the industry-specific challenges and risks that businesses face.
News You Might’ve Missed. 12 – 16 Apr
Compromised Microsoft Exchange Servers getting hacked by FBI; A second zero-day Chromium exploit code released on Twitter, and data of 1.3 million Clubhouse users exposed.
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IT Security Audit: A Comprehensive Guide
Most IT professionals perform ongoing security monitoring of their environments to catch security problems as they arise. But what happens if your monitoring tools don't catch a threat or vulnerability? Or, what if there are underlying configuration problems in your IT environment that invite security breaches? Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 05 – 08 Apr
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? New security and compliance certifications for Google Cloud; Microsoft cloud outage boots Teams, Azure, and Office 365 offline; password changes to auto-login in safe mode from REvil ransomware; and unpatched Fortinet VPN devices the target of new Cring ransomware. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 29 Mar – 01 Apr
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Serverless database migration service goes live from Google; Ubiquiti Networks whistleblower says data breach “catastrophic”; Black Kingdom ransomware group hacked 1.5k exchange servers says Microsoft; reports say SolarWinds hackers accessed emails of top DHS officials; and more than $20m in losses after ransomware attack says CompuCom. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 22 – 25 Mar
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Acer in REvil ransomware attack; Black Kingdom ransomware targeting Microsoft Exchange servers; Stratus Technologies hit by ransomware; and Sierra Wireless in a ransomware attack. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 15 – 18 Mar
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Azure made more resilient with more zones by Microsoft; network security devices are the target of a new botnet; SolarWinds hackers stole source code, says Mimecast; and the FBI says Pysa ransomware attacks on education are increasing. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 08 – 11 Mar
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Fire destroys an OVH data center; Google launches Mission Critical Services; Qualys data breach related to Accellion; and Chinese hackers target Linux systems with new malware. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 01 – 04 Mar
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Microsoft announces new cloud instances and security features; Google launches a cyber-insurance program; Microsoft initiates zero-trust focus for Azure; Exchange servers the target of HAFNIUM 0-day exploits; and DarkSide ransomware hits CompuCom MSP. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 22 – 26 Feb
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? New mystery malware targeting Macs with Intel and M1 chips; SolarWinds hackers didn't launch attacks but downloaded code, says Microsoft; fake FedEx and DHL emails part of a phishing scam on Microsoft users; and ransomware attack hits Finnish IT services conglomerate TietoEVRY. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 15 – 18 Feb
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Data security in Power BI business intelligence apps see enhancements at Microsoft; Microsoft Azure Firewall Premium public preview out; Doppelpaymer ransomware allegedly strikes KIA Motors America; Clop ransomware attack steals files at Jones Day law firm; and Centreon IT monitoring software tool exploited by Sandworm hackers. Continue reading
News You Might’ve Missed. 08 – 11 Feb
What's new this week in the news for MSPs? Four in the hyper-scale cloud provider market to surpass $115 bn; video game developer CD Projekt S.A. hit in ransomware attack; Ziggy ransomware group shuts down; BazarBackdoor malware by TrickBot recoded in Nim; BendyBear malware linked to Chinese hackers; and Microsoft warning to enterprises on new “dependency confusion” attack technique. Continue reading