by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 27, 2022 | Black Basta, Cyber Security, Ophtek, RaaS, Ransomware
Companies in the US have recently found themselves under attack by the Qakbot malware, a campaign leading to numerous infections by Black Basta ransomware. Black Basta is a ransomware group which first entered the digital waters in April 2022. Positioned as a...
by Ophtek, LLC | Oct 11, 2022 | Cyber Security, Data Security, malware, Ophtek, stealer malware, zoom
Six malicious websites have been discovered which claim to offer downloads of Zoom, but contain nothing but the Vidar stealer malware. The popularity of Zoom – a video meeting application – has exploded in the post-Covid landscape we find ourselves living in. No...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 24, 2022 | Cyber Security, Encryption, Hackers, Hacking, Network, Ophtek, pop ups
The aim of most hackers is to be discreet, but there’s almost always a tell-tale sign they’re at work. You just have to know what you’re looking for. Damage limitation is an essential part of cyber-security and, accordingly, the sooner you realize you’ve been hacked,...
by Ophtek, LLC | May 10, 2022 | Cyber Security, Online Security, Ophtek, PC Security, Security, VPN
Security in business is paramount, and when it comes to IT networks it’s absolutely crucial. One of the best ways to protect your network is with a VPN. With the number of cyberattacks in 2021 hitting new highs, protecting your IT network has never been more...
by Ophtek, LLC | Apr 19, 2022 | Cyber Security, Cyber Security Conference, Ophtek, Russian Hackers
Ophtek’s expertise and authority within the world of cybersecurity will be demonstrated at three cyber security conferences in 2022. Every modern organization should prioritize IT as one of the most crucial elements of their day-to-day operations. Without suitable IT...
by Ophtek, LLC | Mar 22, 2022 | Cyber Security, Employee Training, malware, Ophtek, Password Security, social engineering
Social engineering is one of the modern menaces of online life, and this has been demonstrated by a recent malware attack on a Swedish camera firm. Axis Communications, who manufacture network and security cameras, are the company at the centre of this recent attack....