“Fileless” attacks became all the rage among hackers in 2016. According to a report by cybersecurity firm Carbon Black, fourth quarter 2016 saw a 33% rise in these “non-malware” attacks compared to the first quarter. Experts expect the trend to continue through 2017. Cyber bad-guys carry out these attacks in any number of ways.
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As of January 31, “outsiders” can now Skype into the White House Press Room
This enables journalists outside the Washington DC, area to ask questions during White House press briefings. It’s part of the Trump administration’s strategy to keep in touch with people outside the beltway. Journalists attending via Skype must be at least 50 miles from the DC area.
The Misnomer Of Failure
So you think you’re a failure, huh? Let me get one thing off my virtual chest right now: you’re not. I realize you may be experiencing failure. You may have had a string of failures. You may have been told you are a failure. But it doesn’t mean that’s who you are.
Shiny New Gadget Of The Month: Thought Oculus Was King?… Think Again
Once upon a time, Oculus Rift ruled the world…
The virtual reality (VR) world, anyway. Not so much anymore. Now that VR heavyweights Sony, HTC and Samsung have entered the ring, there’s a whole new reality in, well…VR.
Sony’s PlayStation VR was recently crowned “Editor’s Choice” by PC Mag.
7 Ways To Dodge A Data Disaster
You stride into the office early one Monday morning. You grab a cup of coffee, flip on your computer and start checking e-mail…
A note pops up that rivets your attention:
“Your files have been encrypted. Send $5,000 within five days or they will all be destroyed.
Does Optane SSD deserve your data?
Intel has released a totally new type of hard drive designed for faster boot times and storage. People in the market for a new hard drive may consider this technology, but before making any big investments, you need to know the full capabilities of Optane SSD. Below is our review of Intel’s newest storage device.
Some ransomware strains are free to decrypt
Although a ransomware infection might feel targeted, you’re not the only one who’s been infected. Ransomware is spreading at an alarming rate, but the further it goes, the more resources are allocated to fighting it. If your data is held hostage, always check these lists for free decryptors first.
What are order management systems?
There are so many variables that go into order fulfillment and shipping that it’s no wonder an entire field has sprung up around streamlining these processes. If you’re looking for a great way to add value to your business, an order management system may be just the thing for you.
Firewalls: hardware vs. software
Cybersecurity is one of the final bastions of hardware superiority. More and more IT solutions are being hosted in the cloud, and business owners are being told that software is all they need to get the job done, which is half true. When it comes to perimeter security you definitely need a hardware firewall, with a little something extra.
Introducing the mercenary software that powered Trump and Brexit
NationBuilder was built for any person or organization with a supporter or donor base who cares about what they’re doing. It helps activists cast their influence into the wider world via e-mail, social media and campaign website updates. Its goal is to convert interest into tangible support such as voting intent, monetary donations or volunteered time.