i5 Networks, Inc

09/12/2023

Basic 101 (Part III)

Are you too busy to your system?

How many times do you see the message “Restart your system to apply updates” and ignore it?

The message is a notification, not a threat. If you ignore it for long periods of time, the system will restart in the middle of your work and cause you frustration.

Systems Reboot are important to finish installing updates of system files that are opened in memory. A restart of the system releases those files and allows them to be updated.

Why do I need to update anyways?

and software requires a lot of development to work for you, and this development is done by humans. When an error in the software is identified as a security vulnerability, a patch or update will need to be applied to fix the problem.

Stay and your computer system when updates need to be installed.

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09/09/2023

Getting to know who your IT Services Provider partners with. 🎯😉

Who is behind the scene helping to protect your business data? ⚔️🔒💰

This is the full episode of Behind The Hunt with the team. 🥷

In this first full episode of Behind the Hunt, step inside the world of a threat hunter. Discover how threat hunting works and the critical role threat hunti...

09/08/2023

Basic 101 (Part II)

Do you know what is (Multi-Factor Authentication)?

It is a layer of security that companies must apply to help in creating safer accounts’ access.
It does not protect you 100% against , but you are making it more difficult for an cyber attacker to access your account.

I agree, it is annoying and wastes your time with extra steps. Why is it even important?

Glad you ask. If an attacker gets access to your Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace, for example, they now have access to reset all your passwords because they have access to your email, and consequently, they could reset passwords for your bank account, credit card, shopping sites, etc.

Stay and add layers of to your online accounts.

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09/07/2023

Work Remotely. Work Protected.

How would you feel if you found out your remote employee likes to work from the café shop, so he/she does not get bored?

If you have employees, it is important to ensure the devices they are using to work on your business data are and .

Ensure all your computers have a and a (Zero Trust Network Access) monitoring the system activities for any suspicious behaviors.

Stay and while working remotely. now.

https://www.i5-networks.com

09/06/2023

Basic 101 (Part I)

Have you ever felt the need to share your with someone you trust at work because you need to get that job done, you are out of the office, or you are busy?

Think again. If you did share, how did you do it? Email? Text? Post-it?

are not the secure place to save your passwords. There are many and if you think of “cookies” being deposited in your computer system every time you go to a website… oh, my!!!

At a minimum requirement, create long and strong passwords and save them securely in your safe… or in a Password Manager.

Most Password Managers also allow a password to be shared between employees in a secure way.

Stay and your passwords.

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09/04/2023

Have a heart of and a spirit of for the truly is plentiful, but the are few. (Matthew 9:37)

Know that what you do is important no matter if you clean up restrooms, wash the dishes, cook like a chef, talk like an engineer, or walk like a business owner, you are important for this country to move forward. And no matter what storms life throws at you, starting your day strong with the right will determine your in life.

We are grateful for all workers that make this country a better place. Your labor is not in vain. (I Cor 15:58)

A Very Blessed .

11/14/2022

The State of the Dark Web
"The dark web features organized cybercriminals who have fine-tuned their business operations to grow their own malicious business.

Would you believe me if I told you that they have their own online courtroom or a bonafide school (HackTown) for cybercriminals-in-training?" https://www.huntress.com/blog/the-state-of-the-dark-web

Grab some popcorn and hold onto your seats: we’re headed back to the dark web.

11/12/2022

Ransomware: Most attacks exploit these common cybersecurity mistakes - so fix them now, warns Microsoft
Cybersecurity evolves fast! As businesses continue to try to iterate and close gaps with sophisticated cybersecurity tools, hackers continue to feast on organizations that have basic cybersecurity flaws.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/ransomware-most-attacks-exploit-these-common-cybersecurity-mistakes-so-fix-them-now-warns-microsoft/

Over 80% of ransomware incidents can be traced back to misconfigured cloud services, untested security tools, and the enablement of macros.

11/11/2022

Weak Cybersecurity is taking a toll on Small Businesses
Small businesses are increasingly becoming targets for hackers. Smaller budgets and resources make it harder for businesses to secure their assets and protect themselves from data breaches. This article offers several tips.

https://www.tripwire.com/state-of-security/risk-based-security-for-executives/connecting-security-to-the-business/weak-cybersecurity-taking-toll-on-small-businesses/

It’s not surprising that small businesses are focused more on day-to-day survival. but longer-term survival requires a cybersecurity program

11/10/2022

Emotet virus is returning and could be even more dangerous than before.

These banking trojans typically start with a malicious email attachment. Once a host is compromised, the malware spreads across the network via Windows file sharing. These infections often drop additional malware including Dridex, another banking trojan, and ultimately rans

https://www.bollyinside.com/news/emotet-virus-is-returning-and-could-be-even-more-dangerous-than-before

11/09/2022

QakBot Detection: New Trojan Variant Picked Up New Tricks
"This new variant attempts to trick victims into opening a malicious HTML file via a phishing email.
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https://socprime.com/blog/qakbot-detection-new-trojan-variant-picked-up-new-tricks/ #:~:text=Security%20experts%20have%20revealed%20a,aimed%20at%20stealing%20victims'%20passwords.

Detect QBot malware with a set of Sigma rules available in the Threat Detection Marketplace repository powered by SOC Prime’s platform.