Managed service provider Synoptek fell victim to the Sodinokibi ransomware, which spread to some of its clients. Find out what you can do to protect your business’s systems from being invaded. Synoptek, a managed service … Read More

Google and Facebook might be in trouble again for how they are collecting and using customers’ data. Learn about the newest investigations into their data privacy practices. Google and Facebook might be in trouble again … Read More

Many smartphones include facial recognition systems that allow users to unlock their devices with just their faces, but is using them a good idea? Here is what you need to know to make an informed … Read More

In the United States, the four main wireless carriers are rolling out 5G services. Find out what they are offering and how fast their 5G service might be. The race to 5G has started in … Read More

On January 1st, 2020 the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) went effect for new consumer privacy rights. This empowers consumers with more power against larger businesses selling their data. Is your company affected by this … Read More

In the latter half of 2019, malware known as WP-VCD was installed on more new WordPress sites than any other malware — and this trend is expected to continue in 2020. Here is what you … Read More

A ransomware variant known as Snatch is now more dangerous than ever. Learn about the newest trick that cybercriminals are using to make this ransomware harder to detect while it is encrypting files. Cybercriminals have … Read More

If your iPhone or iPad is not running the latest system software, you could fall victim to an attack that could make your device temporarily unusable. Here is what you need to know about the … Read More

It is important for companies to keep track of IT developments that can affect their businesses. Here are four trends to watch in 2020. The IT world changes often. While it would be impossible to … Read More

For nearly two years, a business was unaware that a cybercriminal was repeatedly hacking its IT systems, which lead to the cybercriminal stealing the personal data of 1 million people — and an FTC investigation. … Read More