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September 20, 2022
By Captains Blog
Business, ESET

Protecting small businesses with multiple layers of defense

Post Russia unleashing its attack on Ukraine, there’s a high chance that if you’re working in the cybersecurity sector like me, you’re being asked a series of questions like: Do you think Russia will launch a cyberattack? Should I be worried? What can I do to protect my devices? These questions are justified as the […]

September 20, 2022
By Captains Blog
Enterprise, ESET

Microsoft Exchange exploits – step one in ransomware chain

Once attackers gain a foothold on web servers, there are all manner of nasty tricks and malware they can leverage immediately or put into play later – like ransomware. Since the research blogpost – Exchange servers under siege from at least 10 APT groups – ESET has been busy looking at the attack trends that have emerged post […]

September 19, 2022
By Captains Blog
Consumer, ESET

Digital security and the generations

The notion that only young people use the internet is long gone. The fact is that the online world has consumed all of us. We may not like it, but by all of us, we mean toddlers to seniors. And therefore, we should all consider ourselves the “digital generation.” But that does not mean we […]

September 19, 2022
By Captains Blog
Business, ESET

Threat Awareness: The Spectre of Ransomware

Introduction Twenty-first-century businesses rely on data to run their operations; data is their life-blood and any interference can be deadly – a risk identified by criminals. The task of defending information technology (IT) networks, therefore, is all about the data moving across them; inactive data is a risk or potential threat at worst. The challenge […]

September 19, 2022
By Captains Blog
Enterprise, ESET

Endpoint detection and response: The path to security maturity starts with visibility

Looking to set off on the right foot with endpoint detection and response? Prioritize visibility into your systems. For organizations considering adoption of an endpoint detection and response (EDR) solution, MITRE Engenuity’s most recent ATT&CK® Evaluation provides a singular glimpse into how a prospective EDR tool stands in the face of sophisticated threats. The work of […]

September 19, 2022
By Captains Blog
Cyber Security

How to Increase Your Mobile Security from Hacking Attacks

The use of mobile devices and public Wi-Fi networks is increasing day by day – and so is the number hackers and snoopers waiting for you. It’s an unfortunate situation but read on for some tips to increase your mobile security. In case you didn’t know, your mobile devices are more vulnerable to hacking attacks […]

September 16, 2022
By Captains Blog
Microsoft

7 Pro Tips for Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 is the most popular of all major office productivity software. It has 48.8% of the global market share, just edging out Google’s apps, by a couple of percentage points. It’s used by individuals, small & mid-sized businesses, and larger enterprise organizations. It does everything a modern office needs. Including from word processing and spreadsheet work […]

September 16, 2022
By Captains Blog
Cyber Security, Microsoft

What Is Microsoft Defender for Individuals & What Does It Do?

When you hear about Microsoft adding security apps to M365, it’s often the business versions. But the pandemic has changed the way that we see the workplace. It’s now a hybrid world. One made up of several connected “mini-offices” located in employee homes. The outsourcing market has also contributed to the change in company networks. […]

September 16, 2022
By Captains Blog
Cyber Security

The Biggest Vulnerabilities that Hackers are Feasting on Right Now

Software vulnerabilities are an unfortunate part of working with technology. A developer puts out a software release with millions of lines of code. Then, hackers look for loopholes that allow them to breach a system through that code. The developer issues a patch to fix the vulnerability. But it’s not long before a new feature […]

September 15, 2022
By Captains Blog
Cyber Security

Small Businesses Are Attacked by Hackers 3x More than Larger Ones

Have you felt more secure from cyberattacks because you have a smaller business? Maybe you thought that you couldn’t possibly have anything that a hacker could want? Didn’t think they even knew about your small business. Well, a new report by cybersecurity firm Barracuda Networks debunks this myth. Their report analyzed millions of emails across thousands of […]

Captains Blog

Protecting small businesses with multiple layers of defense

Microsoft Exchange exploits – step one in ransomware chain

Digital security and the generations

Threat Awareness: The Spectre of Ransomware

Endpoint detection and response: The path to security maturity starts with visibility

How to Increase Your Mobile Security from Hacking Attacks

7 Pro Tips for Microsoft 365

What Is Microsoft Defender for Individuals & What Does It Do?

The Biggest Vulnerabilities that Hackers are Feasting on Right Now

Small Businesses Are Attacked by Hackers 3x More than Larger Ones

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