Contego Inc.

10/19/2026

From smart TVs and security cameras to robot vacuums and connected appliances, internet-connected devices are becoming part of everyday life. But as technology evolves, so do the tactics cybercriminals may use to exploit it.
A recent CTV News article explores concerns about AI-powered threats that could potentially spread across smart devices

Anthropic warned this week AI could soon spread itself through the smart devices in our homes, including robot vacuums and smart fridges. One computer engineering professor wasn't surprised.

10/16/2026

A recent CBC News report highlights the arrest of a Canadian cybersecurity expert in an investigation linked to the ShinyHunters hacking group. The allegations are serious, and the case is a reminder of how complex today’s cybersecurity landscape has become.

For businesses, cybersecurity is about more than technology. It’s about trust, accountability and protecting sensitive informatio

Canadians in the cybersecurity world say they were shocked to hear a prominent ransomware negotiator was arrested by the FBI over suspected connections to criminal hacking group ShinyHunters.

10/15/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and this week, we’re shining a spotlight on Compliance Management!
Compliance Management involves reviewing your business’s security practices, policies and procedures to identify gaps, assess risks and help ensure you’re meeting applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements. Think of it as a health check for your business’s cybersecurity — helping you understand what’s working, where improvements may be needed and what steps you can take to strengthen your protection.
At Contego Inc., we help take the complexity out of cybersecurity so you can focus on running your business. Want to better understand your cybersecurity risks and compliance needs? Contact Contego Inc. to learn how we can help!

10/14/2026

As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, so do the tactics used by cybercriminals. From more convincing phishing emails to increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks, businesses need to stay one step ahead. During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s a great time to ask yourself: Is your business prepared for today’s cyber threats?

Industry leaders outline three imperatives for surviving a faster, more volatile digital landscape.

10/13/2026

A recent cyberattack on Canadian Mennonite University is another reminder that cyber threats can affect organizations across every sector — including educational institutions.
The breach reportedly exposed sensitive personal information, highlighting the potential consequences when unauthorized individuals gain access to an organization's systems.
Cybersecurity isn't just about protecting computers. It's about protecting people, information, and trust

A cyberattack at Canadian Mennonite University has exposed personal information, including social insurance numbers, of students and staff across a 10-year span.

10/09/2026

Cyberattacks are becoming more sophisticated, and the latest advisory from CISA and its partners is another reminder that organizations worldwide face growing cybersecurity risks.Threat actors are using automated tools to identify weaknesses in networks, exploit vulnerabilities, and gain access to sensitive information. No business should assume it’s too small to be a target.
https://www.cisa.gov/news-events/cybersecurity-advisories/aa26-281a?utm_source=ChinaActorsHacking&utm_medium=GovDelivery

10/08/2026

Canadian businesses are increasing their cybersecurity spending — but many still feel their budgets aren’t enough. With cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, businesses are asking an important question: How do we get the protection we need without breaking the budget? That’s where Contego’s Small Business Program can make a difference. Small businesses may not have the resources for a full-time cybersecurity team, but that doesn’t mean they should have to navigate today’s cyber threats alone. With Contego, businesses can access practical, cost-effective cybersecurity solutions designed to help protect their people, systems, data and customers.
https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/canadian-firms-cybersecurity-budgets-falling-120010007.html

A new survey suggests some Canadian companies are losing confidence in their cybersecurity budgets' ability to handle the increasingly frequent and complex threats they face.

10/07/2026

AI can work for you, but it can also work for cybercriminals!
We hear a lot about how AI can make businesses more efficient, productive and innovative. But there’s another side to the story. Cybercriminals are using AI too. AI can help attackers create more convincing phishing emails, automate attacks, identify vulnerabilities and target organizations more effectively. That means the same technology businesses are embracing to work smarter can also give cybercriminals new ways to attack. For businesses, this is an important reminder: Technology can be a powerful advantage — but only when security keeps up with it.

AM Best's Kevin Varvaro says the people closest to AI development are the ones sounding the most worried about where it's headed

10/06/2026

Kingston Police has completed its investigation into a cyber incident that occurred in January 2025.The attacker gained access using compromised credentials and extracted approximately 160 GB of data — including hundreds of thousands of documents. Some of that information contained sensitive personal details. While Kingston Police has taken steps to strengthen its cybersecurity, this incident is another reminder that protecting data needs to be a priority before an attack happens — not after.

Police in Kingston, Ont., have released more information about a January 2025 "cyber incident" in which someone gained access to the service's systems and copied about 100,000 documents containing personal and court information.

10/02/2026

Recent reports say AI agents attempted to probe the Library and Archives Canada website, including requests that appeared to contain techniques such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting. The attempts were reportedly unsuccessful, but the bigger takeaway for businesses is important: AI can now be used to automate cyberattacks at a scale and speed that can be difficult for traditional security measures to keep up with. For businesses of all sizes, this is another reminder that cybersecurity cant be a “set it and forget it” exercise.

AI agents tried to hack into a Library and Archives Canada website, according to a report by artificial intelligence research firm Transluce.