by Ophtek, LLC | Jan 8, 2019 | cyber attacks, Cyber Security, Security, Security Threats
2018, just like 2017 before it, was a year packed full of cyber-security threats that our network defenses constantly tried to keep at bay. However, the sheer number of attacks that were launched throughout 2018 meant that it was inevitable that breaches would take...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 25, 2018 | Ransomware, Security, Security Threats, Training
Hospitals deliver a crucial service where productivity is key and any downtime can be disastrous. So, what happens when they’re struck by ransomware? Healthcare providers are no strangers to ransomware as last year’s WannaCry attack demonstrated, so it would be safe...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 18, 2018 | malware, Phishing Email, Ransomware, Security
We’re all aware of the dangers of opening suspicious files, but what happens when hackers develop the skills to unleash malware without infected files? Due to the popularity of file-based attacks, most security software concentrates on combating this particular avenue...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 11, 2018 | Emotet, malicious code, malware, Security, Security Threats, Trojans
There’s no such thing as good malware, but some is certainly less trouble than others. And, when it comes to the Emotet malware, some are very dangerous. First discovered in Europe in 2014, Emotet soon began to spread around the world and, before long, was infecting...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 4, 2018 | Cyber Attack, Encryption, Hacking, Internet of things, Ransomware, Security, Security Threats
2018 has been a year where malware, ransomware and data breaches have barely been out of the headlines, but what’s in store for cyber-security in 2019? As long as there’s a digital landscape, hackers will continue to launch an array of attacks that take in numerous...
by Ophtek, LLC | Nov 27, 2018 | bitcoin, cryptocurrency, Cyber Security, Elon Musk, Hackers, Hacking, Security, Twitter hack
Bitcoin remains a lucrative cryptocurrency and hackers are keen to cash in on it. And they’ve now scammed $180k in one day through hacking Twitter accounts. With around 336 million active users, Twitter is one of the most popular social media sites and has attracted a...
