Hacking Comes Home: The Volt Typhoon Threat In a revelation that underscores the sophistication of cyberattacks, the FBI recently took action against Volt Typhoon, a botnet managed by Chinese cybercriminals. This network, composed of hijacked home and office routers, has infiltrated vital sectors of the U.S. infrastructure, including communications, transportation, and energy. A cybersecurity advisory…
Understanding DMARC: A Key Tool in Email Security As Valentine’s Day approaches, not only do hearts flutter but also the activity of online scammers, who capitalize on the emotions of those searching for love. This season, cybersecurity experts are warning singles to be cautious of romance scams. Posing as potential partners, these nefarious actors play…
Cyber Bowl: A High-Stakes Game for Cybersecurity Experts As the nation gears up for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, cybersecurity becomes a game of its own with more than 100 million viewers expected to tune in. The NFL is on high alert, emphasizing that the safety of everyone involved is paramount. Cybersecurity measures at…
Cyber Bowl: Vigilance Against Cyber Threats during the Super Bowl As the nation gears up for Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas, cybersecurity remains a critical concern. With over 100 million viewers expected to tune in and a live audience of 65,000, the event is an attractive target for cybercriminals seeking to exploit the high-profile…
C-Suite Carousel Continues The echelons of IT leadership witnessed a notable change as key figures made their exits and entrances in January. Former Illinois Chief Information Security Officer Adam Ford transitioned from his government role to the private sector, joining cloud security giant Zscaler. His move follows a distinguished tenure with the Illinois tech department.…
Super Bowl Sunday and IT’s no-fun Monday In the wake of Super Bowl LVIII, IT professionals brace themselves for a challenging day at the office. A recent report suggests that remote work has led to an expected spike in IT issues the day after the big game. IT pros at the coalface predict a surge…
Super Bowl Sunday and IT’s No-Fun Monday In anticipation of the post-Super Bowl flurry of IT complications, professionals brace for a demanding start to the workweek. Hybrid work has intensified the Monday blues as IT experts forecast a surge in remote work issues following Super Bowl LVIII. A report by Atera, an AI-powered IT services…
FBI Reveals Surge in Scams by Fake Couriers and Hackers The FBI has sounded the alarm on a rising wave of scams involving hackers impersonating couriers to defraud victims, emphasizing the evolution of cybercriminal methods towards more personal and less technical tactics. The multi-layered scheme often starts with scammers alerting victims—predominantly senior citizens—of a supposed…
Disorder for Pickup In a recent alarming trend, cybercriminals are adopting new stratagems, involving physical couriers to intercept valuable assets from victims. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has issued a public service announcement highlighting a surge in scams where perpetrators are masquerading as couriers, complicating the cybersecurity landscape. The FBI warns that these scammers, often…
Cybersecurity Measures for Water Utilities Heightened threats against water and wastewater systems (WWS) have prompted a collaborative effort by CISA, the EPA, and the FBI, ushering in a comprehensive guide for these utilities. Acknowledging the uptick in cyber attacks targeting vital infrastructure, the newly released incident response guide (IRG) delivers a playbook to help mitigate…