by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 23, 2022 | Backup, Cuba ransomware, Ophtek, Phishing, Ransomware, Updates
Cuba Ransomware Collects Over $40 Million in Ransom Fees. Using a new remote access trojan, threat actors behind the Cuba ransomware have amassed ransom payments estimated to be close to $44 million. Over the past five years, countless headlines have been generated by...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 2, 2022 | attachments, Backup, Data Security, Hackers, Ophtek, Password Security
The 5 Biggest IT Security Mistakes. Almost all cyber-attacks are due a common denominator: a mistake. We aren’t perfect, of course, but we can limit number of IT security mistakes we make. Working on a PC is far from straightforward and, as a result, the sheer number...
by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 1, 2022 | Backup, email links, Ophtek, Segment Network, Ukraine, Wiper Malware
Ukraine Hit by Wiper Malware. As with all aspects of modern life, everything is a target for cybercriminals, even war. And this has been demonstrated with wiper malware attacking Ukraine. Amidst its conflict with Russian, Ukraine has also had to contend with hundreds...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 14, 2020 | Backup, Backup Strategies, Data Storage, External Hard Drive, Ophtek
Taking Care of your External Hard Drive. We process and evaluate a huge amount of data every day, so external hard drives are vital for our storage needs. But how do we get the best out of them? Capable of holding up to 12TB (that’s 12,000GB) and easily...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jan 28, 2020 | Backup, Backup and Recovery, Backup Strategies, Data Backup, Data Storage, Ophtek
Use the 3-2-1 Backup Method to Protect Your Data. Hardware can easily become compromised, stolen or damaged. And this can leave you without crucial data. But the 3-2-1 backup method is here to help. Data disasters are most often caused by hardware failure,...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 31, 2019 | Backup, Best Practices, Company Updates, Ophtek, PC Tools, Updates
5 Quick Tips for Maintaining Your PC. Like any other electrical product, PCs are prone to failure due to the number of components involved. But a well maintained PC is likely to last longer. Your organization’s PCs are likely to be crucial for your day-to-day...
