by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 12, 2019 | LoJack, LoJax, Ophtek, Russian Hackers, Security Threats
Most malware can be eradicated once its DNA has been analyzed and solutions are developed by security experts, but what happens when it can’t be combated? Unkillable malware may be a rare phenomenon, but it’s a reality that could become increasingly common. And when...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 5, 2019 | Ophtek, Security, Security Threats, vidar
One set of malware is bad enough for most organizations to deal with, but what should they do when they’re hit with two sets at once? Hackers are constantly trying to breach the defenses of PC users, but it’s not easy for them to succeed. Defenses are constantly...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jan 29, 2019 | Cyber Attack, Cyber Security, Ophtek, Security, Security Threats
A new year is here and it’s rich with opportunity, but not just from a business point of view. For hackers, 2019 promises to be a busy and lucrative year. From enhancements to existing methods of hacking through to completely new approaches, hackers will be doing...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jan 22, 2019 | cryptocurrency, cryptojacking, Internet of things, IoT Attacks, Ophtek, spam email
McAfee have reported that instances of cryptojacking malware have risen by a massive 4000% over the course of 2018 and are now a major security risk. As the interest in cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum has soared in the last couple of years, so has the...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jan 15, 2019 | Adobe Flash, Security, Security Threats, Updates
Adobe’s Flash Player has had a bad press in recent years due to the numerous security flaws in its design and these problems remain a major issue. While we frequently worry about the dangers of malware and ransomware, we seem to have forgotten about the security...
