by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 27, 2019 | Hackers, Ophtek, Rootkit, Security
What’s worse than one piece of malware? Multiple strains of malware. And, when you encounter a rootkit, this is exactly what you’re faced with. Rootkits are a very serious form of malware. They’re not a new method of hacking, they have been present for close to 30...
by Ophtek, LLC | Aug 6, 2019 | Adobe Flash, anti malware, Company Updates, Hackers, malicious code, malware, Ophtek, PC Security, Security
We visit websites on a daily basis, but how do we know how safe they are? No matter how genuine they look there’s every risk they’re a malicious website. It’s estimated that up to 18.5 million websites are infected with malicious content. That’s around 1% of...
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 | Jul 2, 2019 | Hackers, Hacking, Hijacks, Ophtek, Security, Viruses
We all know that hacking goes on. And it certainly goes on in business. But how much do we know about it? The truth is we don’t know as much as we should. The general consensus is that most people know what a hacker is and how they go about their business. This is why...
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 | May 28, 2019 | Hackers, Hacking, malware, Ophtek, Password Security, PC Security, Security
A hacked network is a disaster for any organization, so keeping things secure is vital. However, sometimes things go wrong and you need to know what to do. Your IT operations are supported by your IT network, so, if it gets hacked, there’s every chance that all those...