by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 4, 2025 | Bard AI Chat, ChatGPT, Cyber Attack, Facebook Ads, Google Chrome, Google Meet, malware, Ophtek, Phishing
A recent cyberattack has compromised several popular Google Chrome extensions, infecting millions of users with data-stealing malware. In early January 2025, cybersecurity researchers at Extension Total discovered a malicious campaign targeting Chrome extensions which...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 18, 2021 | Cyber Attack, Cyber Security, Cyber Security Insurance, Data Breach, Data Security, Ophtek
We’re all used to dealing with insurance for both our personal and business needs, but did you know it was possible to arrange cyber security insurance? 2020 saw financial losses caused by cyber crime topping $1 trillion. Yes, you read that right, $1 trillion. This is...
by Ophtek, LLC | Apr 7, 2020 | anti malware, Cyber Attack, Cyber Security, Hackers, malicious websites, Plugins, Security Threats
You would like to think that governments know a thing or two about cyber security. But a recent hack in Armenia has proved otherwise. European security experts ESET have confirmed that numerous websites belonging to the Armenian government have been targeted and...
by Ophtek, LLC | Jul 23, 2019 | Cyber Attack, Cyber Security, Hackers, Hacking, malware, Ophtek, Password Security, PC Security, Secure Website, Security, Security Threats
Cyber-attacks are on the rise, so protecting your business has never been more important. But what exactly are the benefits of cyber security? We all know about the need for firewalls and anti-virus software. They provide us with a layer of defense from the legions of...
by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 26, 2019 | Cyber Attack, Cyber Security, email security, Hackers, Hacking, malicious code, Ophtek, Ransomware, Security, Security Threats
The terminology used to describe various hacks and security threats usually includes the terms malware, ransomware and virus, but what exactly are these? It can get a little confusing when discussing the various security concerns that are floating around and this...
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...