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June 5, 2025 by Vertical Axion
People looking for a new job on LinkedIn can now describe their dream role and find openings that match, instead of using keywords to find listings. As LinkedIn pushes AI for job descriptions, business owners and hiring managers are seeing a major shift in how job seekers interact with the platform, translating into better candidates […]
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June 4, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Multiple surveys in recent times have revealed a sobering conclusion: Many business owners think cybersecurity is their IT department’s concern, not theirs. What about you? Do you view cybersecurity awareness as a company-wide responsibility or not? In reality, secure operations require a collective effort. Everyone must be alert to threats and know how to avoid […]
June 2, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Procuring new software, applications, or devices for your business is always exciting. You and your team will be rearing to take advantage of all those features. Still, you have to know that they’re secure. Is there a chance your new installation contains a hidden flaw no one knows about, not even the people who built […]
May 31, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Are your systems prepared to handle the latest cybersecurity threats? A new Windows flaw has given criminals a powerful opening to target establishments, and such attacks can disrupt everything from daily operations to customer trust. Learn more about it here. The Damage Dealt By Windows’ Latest Flaw Zero-day vulnerabilities are like cracks in a fortress […]
May 28, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Your business isn’t immune to malware, and these malware attacks threaten businesses of all sizes. Maybe you fall victim to a phishing attempt that allows hackers to steal sensitive data or run ransomware that shuts down operations. In every scenario, the damage and recovery can be costly and complex for your business. The good news […]
May 26, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Are your company’s emails a backdoor for hackers? Cybercriminals are getting increasingly creative, and HTML attachments are their new favorite tool. Learn more about this risk below. A Rising File-Based Phishing Threat Long gone are the days when crime mostly happens on the streets. Hackers target establishments daily to steal data and disrupt operations. HTML […]
May 22, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Is your company prepared for the rise of rogue apps? These stealthy programs hide in plain sight and expose sensitive data to cybercriminals. Read on as we help you avoid costly breaches. The Growing Threat of Compromised Identities in Cybersecurity The recent Huntress 2025 Managed ITDR Report has become an eye-opener for many businesses. It […]
May 20, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Could you or your staff reliably spot a scam disguised as a legitimate message? Scammers are getting smarter and targeting establishments just like yours. Keep reading to learn more. How Recognized Brands Are Becoming a Threat Actor’s Best Tool Have you noticed how certain brands instantly make you feel at ease? Many industry giants dominate […]
May 17, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Did you know most online traffic now comes from bots? These programs, both good and bad, shape online visibility, customer experiences, and even security. Your establishment’s future in this digital era may depend on how you manage them. The Internet’s Hidden Workforce The 2025 Imperva Bad Bot Report found that 51% of all web traffic […]
May 16, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Could having cyber insurance make your establishment a bigger target for hackers? It’s a reality many companies are starting to confront. Keep reading to learn more. The New “Treasure Map” for Threat Actors Hide and encrypt the details of your cyber liability policies at all costs. New research suggests that ransomware operators often make steeper […]
May 15, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Business today doesn’t look like it did just five short years ago. Remote work, hybrid teams, cloud computing, AI tools, and more are transforming every aspect of how we work and conduct business. These shifts opened the door to some major wins for small and medium-sized businesses, including greater flexibility, faster collaboration, and reduced overhead; […]
May 10, 2025 by Vertical Axion
If your business relies on mobile apps, you need to be aware of a growing risk that could put your entire enterprise in jeopardy: data leakage. All your work mobile apps, from remote collaboration tools to time tracking apps, could be exposing sensitive customer information, internal files, and even credentials that could unlock your entire […]
May 8, 2025 by Vertical Axion
How protected is your business in today’s digital age? Threats are everywhere and only growing more sophisticated each day. Cyber hygiene is about developing good habits to keep your digital information safe. Think of it as brushing your teeth but for your devices and systems. Incorporate these straightforward practices into your current cybersecurity routine. Strengthen […]
May 7, 2025 by Vertical Axion
What’s the weakest link in your cybersecurity strategy? It’s not your firewall or antivirus software but your people. Social engineering targets human behavior and tricks you and your employees into giving away valuable information. Learn more about it here. What Is Social Engineering? Brute force isn’t the only way to gain private information, system access, […]
May 6, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Is your smartphone a cybersecurity risk for your business? It’s easy to overlook how much confidential information lives on your device. Hackers know this, and they’re targeting mobile phones more than ever. Keep reading to learn more. Everyday Reliance, Everyday Risk: The Smartphone Dilemma Our phones are with us all the time, both at home […]
May 3, 2025 by Vertical Axion
How well can you and your staff detect cybersecurity threats? Microsoft reveals cybercriminals use tax-related lures to deceive companies and breach their systems. Read on and learn more about tax season malware. How Tax Season Becomes a Playground for Cybercriminals Businesses rush to organize and file taxes whenever April approaches. A flurry of emails, invoices, […]
May 2, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Are you or your employees using Android devices for daily operations? Security risks might lurk right under your nose. Google recently addressed two critical Android vulnerabilities that could jeopardize your data. Keep reading to learn more. What Exactly Did the Google Vulnerability Patch Address? Google has shipped patches for 62 vulnerabilities, two of which were […]
April 30, 2025 by Vertical Axion
If there’s one issue that every business has to deal with, it’s cybersecurity. No matter how small your business is and how much you want to believe that hackers wouldn’t be interested in you, the truth is that you need to take online threats seriously. Hackers aren’t targeting only giant corporations anymore: they’re going after […]
December 30, 2021 by Vertical Axion
Two months ago, Microsoft began rolling out support for end-to-end encryption for all Teams calls. Given the pandemic and the increased demand for Teams and services like it, that was a very big deal. The good news is that Microsoft recently announced that the rollout is complete and all Teams calls now support E2EE which […]
December 24, 2021 by Vertical Axion
QNAP has recently warned its customers of an ongoing campaign that is targeting QNAP NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices and infecting them with cryptomining malware. This particular campaign is deploying software designed to mine Bitcoin and using your computing power to generate profits for them. If you are infected, you’ll see a new process running […]
December 22, 2021 by Vertical Axion
With the holiday shopping season in full swing shoppers are descending on virtual storefronts in droves seeking the best deals. Naturally this means that hackers are also circling like sharks watching for an opportunity to steal data and profit from it. Their most recent trick? To infect random WordPress plugins with malicious code that can […]
December 20, 2021 by Vertical Axion
Cox Communications is a major provider of cable, internet, and phone service in the United States. The company is the latest in a seemingly unending parade of companies to fall victim to a hacking attack. In this case, the hacker gained access to company servers by impersonating a member of Cox Communication’s Customer Support team. […]
December 17, 2021 by Vertical Axion
Emotet is one of the most feared malware strains circulating right now. The team behind it has managed to infect a staggering array of targets all around the globe. To say that it is a major threat would be an understatement. Recently the group behind Emotet just upped the ante even further. Researchers have recently […]
December 15, 2021 by Vertical Axion
Recently Twitter’s CEO stepped down. Since then, the company has been gearing up to make some changes that many of the industry’s insiders regard as long overdue. The first of these changes has now been rolled out with the company modifying its privacy policy and outlining new rules related to the sharing of pictures and […]
