by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 20, 2019 | Cyber Security, malware, Ophtek, Security, Security Threats
Malware is well known for infecting systems and causing major problems from the second it’s executed. But certain strains of malware act as an enabler. Security researchers have recently discovered one of these enablers and dubbed it SystemBC. It’s important to stress...
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 | Jun 25, 2019 | Best Practices, Cyber Security, Ophtek, Password Security, Security
We all use passwords on a daily basis, but do we know how they work? And how do you go about creating the best and most secure passwords? Every day, in our home and business lives, we use an assortment of passwords to gain access to systems that are important to us....
by Ophtek, LLC | Jun 11, 2019 | Cyber Security, Hackers, Hacking, Network, Ophtek, Security Threats
A hacked network spells trouble for any organization, so it’s crucial that you understand the warning signs which indicate your network has been hacked. When it comes to reducing the damage caused by a hacked network then speed is of the essence. Hackers work quickly...
by Ophtek, LLC | Apr 2, 2019 | Best Practices, Company Updates, Cyber Security, Disaster Recovery, Ophtek, PC Security, software exploits
At the center of all unauthorized access to your computers or servers is a PC exploit. What are these exploits, though, and how do you protect against them? Without the presence of an exploit, hackers find themselves in a position where gaining access to a...
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...