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09/12/2022

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From soaring coastal redwoods to dinosaur-era Wollemi pines and firs that make the perfect Christmas trees, even our most revered woody plants are in an awful lot of trouble.

09/15/2020

Potentially hazardous products include microwaves, chargers and more

07/27/2019

Check to see if there is a $125 check from Equifax with your name on it!

06/20/2019

Many residents in Upper Darby are concerned after some solicitors in town have been aggressive, asking to see residents personal bills.

06/03/2019

If you are using this company for your mortgage you could be in serious jeopardy! Call Able for help!

The agency is using its authority under a new cybersecurity regulation to investigate a mistake by a title insurer that revealed a trove of sensitive data.

06/03/2019

Pay attention to this one and take action if it applies to you! Stay safe out there!

Hackers Installed POS Malware On 103 Checkers and Rally's Drive-In Restaurants and Stole Customers’ Credit Cards.

05/28/2019

“Cybersecurity experts all echo the same thing – cyber attacks are going to get more rampant, and they will continue to pose severe threats against all technology users.
Businesses, in particular, have become prime targets for cybercriminals due to the nature of data and information they process and store.
2018 saw a slew of data breaches targeting large enterprises that resulted in the theft of the personal and financial records of millions of customers.
Falling victim to cyber attacks can deal with a major financial blow to businesses as the cost of dealing with an attack has risen to $1.1 million on the average. It can even be more devastating for small to medium-sized businesses.
60 percent of these smaller operations close within six months after failing to recover from cyber attacks. But aside from these monetary costs, companies can also lose credibility and their customers' confidence.
Needless to say, businesses must improve the protection of their infrastructures and networks against cyber attacks.
Fortunately, the cybersecurity space has been continually working on developments to keep pace with evolving threats.”
“An effective cybersecurity strategy demands that businesses cover all possible areas that can be exploited by attackers. This requires adopting a comprehensive set of tools and solutions that would keep their infrastructures secure. Implementing and integrating these solutions do require spending.
But considering the costs that falling victim to cyberattacks bring, it's only prudent to make these investments. It's simply the reality of doing business in this highly digital landscape.”
(Sourced from thehackernews.com)

Blair Harro
Jackie Gallagher Hepfer

The Hacker News is the most popular, trusted cybersecurity and hacking news source for everyone, supported by hackers and IT professionals worldwide.

05/21/2019

If you are still using Windows XP or Server 2003 (tsk tsk!) seize this opportunity to download and install these rare security updates in your home and business!
Call Able for assistance at 610-521-1268 or submit a request for us to contact you via our website at www.ablecomputing.com

The update – aimed at stopping the spread of WannaCry-like malware on PCs running the outdated OS – must be manually downloaded from the Microsoft Update Catalog.

05/15/2019

Check your kid’s phones ASAP! Call Able if you need help. 610-521-1268

WhatsApp has admitted to a major cybersecurity breach that has enabled both iPhone and Android devices to be targeted with spyware from Israel's NSO. This is a major breach for WhatsApp, with the product's encrypted voice calls seen as a secure alternative to standard calls.

05/09/2019

Is your data secure? Use this checklist to find out! Call Able today so we can help you stay safe out there!

Yet how could you possibly relax if some random bit of malware, software glitch or cyber-attack catches you off guard just as you’re walking out the door? A well-designed secure computer network gives you the confidence that “all systems are go,” whether you’re having fun in the sun, or just...

05/03/2019

If you have a Dell, read this!

RCE Flaw In Pre-Installed Support Software Exposes Most Dell Computers to Remote Hacking Attacks