by Ophtek, LLC | Nov 23, 2021 | BotenaGo, Cyber Security, Internet Traffic, IoT Attacks, Ophtek, router, Software Security Patches
Routers and Internet of Things (IoT) devices are essential when it comes to modern business. But this has made them a target for the BotenaGo malware. Wireless technology is in place in almost every business in the world. The presence of routers allows PCs to connect...
by Ophtek, LLC | Nov 9, 2021 | Cyber Security, Data Security, email security, modem security, Online Security, Ophtek, PC Security, Security
IT security can be a complex series of procedures and this can be intimidating to many people. Luckily, there are some easy ways to secure your PC. Installing and configuring a firewall isn’t something that your average PC user will feel comfortable with. After all,...
by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 28, 2021 | anti malware, Cyber Security, malware, OpenSUpdater, Ophtek, PC Security, Phishing
Anti-malware tools provide a firm level of defense against hackers, but what happens when the malware can bypass detection tools? Around 300,000 new pieces of malware are created daily, so it’s important that we can protect ourselves against this constant threat....
by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 21, 2021 | Cyber Security, Grayfly, Ophtek, Secure Socket Layer, Sidewalk Malware, strong passwords, upgrade software
A new strain of backdoor malware has been discovered and named as Sidewalk. And the hacking group behind it – Grayfly – mean business. Believed to have major links to China, Grayfly has been launching global cyber-attacks since 2017 and has also operated under the...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 30, 2021 | Cyber Security, Hackers, IAB, Initial access brokers, Ophtek, Ransomware
Gaining access to an unauthorized network is every hacker’s dream. And, now, this is easier than ever thanks to the rise of initial access brokers. Initial access brokers (IABs) are a relatively new trend in the world of hacking. These threats have been tracked for...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 18, 2021 | antivirus software, Cyber Security, email security, malware, Ophtek, Prometheus Malware
Malware-as-a-service (MaaS) provides a powerful malware solution for hackers. And Prometheus is the perfect example of such an infrastructure. There’s money in everything and hacking is no different. But rather than extorting funds through ransomware, hackers can also...
