by Ophtek, LLC | Sep 7, 2022 | ADFS secure, APT29, MagicWeb, Network, Ophtek, Security, The Cloud
Microsoft has announced that Windows login credentials can now be bypassed by a new strain of malware, one which is being used by Russian hackers APT29. Logging onto Windows is the first thing we do after turning a PC on, and we do this by entering a combination of...
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 5, 2022 | cyber attacks, Hackers, Ophtek, Russian Hackers, Security, Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine has created headlines around the world; one of the lesser-known stories to emerge has been the increase of cyber attacks. Numerous aspects of life have changed since Ukraine was invaded by Russian forces at the end of February....
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 8, 2022 | anti malware, Lazarus, Ophtek, Security, spear phishing, Updates
Updates are crucial for protecting your PC, so Windows Update is a useful ally in this objective. But what happens when it starts downloading malware? News has emerged that hackers have exploited the Windows Update system to execute malicious code on users’ PCs. It’s...
by Ophtek, LLC | Feb 1, 2022 | Microsoft, Microsoft 365, Ophtek, power automate, Security, teams, upgrade, upgrade software, widgets, Windows 11, Windows Task Scheduler
The latest version of Microsoft’s operating system Windows has now been rolled out; and Windows 11 comes with plenty of changes for PC users. Windows 10 was released in 2015 and, since then, there have been many changes in IT. While Windows 10 is still more than...
by Ophtek, LLC | Dec 21, 2021 | Hackers, malware, NginRat Malware, Ophtek, Security
Hackers are attracted to big, successful targets. And, online, you don’t get much bigger than e-commerce, so that’s where the NginRAT malware comes in. The e-commerce industry is one of the most lucrative sectors online. Not surprisingly, hackers have been targeting...
