Posts by Chris Swinson
7000 LockBit Ransomware Decryption Keys Recovered by the FBI | Sync Up
For organizations that were previously hit by LockBit ransomware, recovering your data just became significantly easier. Hear how the FBI obtained over 7,000 decryption keys and gather some tips to mitigate future ransomware attacks.
Read MoreOpenAI Makes ChatGPT Cheaper for Nonprofits and Schools | Sync Up
While ChatGPT has been a hot topic for some time, it’s been difficult for many nonprofit and educational organizations to justify paying for the premium version of the tool. That is, until now. Here’s how OpenAI is making ChatGPT more accessible.
Read MoreWindows 11’s Recall is Always Watching, Raising Privacy Concerns | Sync Up
Microsoft’s announcement of its upcoming Recall feature in Windows 11 has created quite a stir online, with many cybersecurity experts considering it a privacy nightmare. Here’s what the new AI-powered feature does and how it could put your data at risk.
Read MoreGoogle Chrome Had Three Zero-Day Exploits in One Week | Sync Up
Recently, Google Chrome experienced three zero-day vulnerabilities in one week. Here’s how hackers actively exploited security gaps and what’s at risk.
Read MoreUniversity System of Georgia’s MOVEit Breach Exposed 800K Records | Sync Up
The University System of Georgia recently announced a massive data breach impacting previous students, faculty, and staff. Here’s how to know if you’ve been impacted and what your next steps should be.
Read MoreBitwarden Launches Free MFA Authenticator App for iOS | Sync Up
With the launch of Bitwarden’s new Authenticator app comes yet another way to better secure your online accounts. Here’s how this MFA app compares to others on the market.
Read MoreCISA’s Free Ransomware Warning Program Will Launch This Year | Sync Up
With the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency setting a launch window for its ransomware warning program, here’s what you can expect from this new initiative.
Read MoreScammers Pose as LastPass Support in a New Phishing Campaign | Sync Up
For those who use the password management service, LastPass, be on the lookout for suspicious emails and calls from individuals claiming to be with the organization’s support staff.
Read MoreFBI Warns of Massive Wave of Road Toll SMS Phishing Attacks | Sync Up
For commuters, paying road tolls is part of the routine. And because many people might not think too much about paying those fees, scammers are now targeting Americans with fake unpaid toll requests.
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