Ransomware Shuts Down South Africa’s Department of Justice | Sync Up With Rocket IT
You’ve heard about ransomware attacks taking down businesses, but how about an entire country? For 17 days, the IT infrastructure of South Africa’s government has been compromised by hackers, with many of the nation’s online services coming entirely to a halt.
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Apple Security Update Targets Spyware
While last week’s Apple event may have ushered in a new wave of iPhones, iPads, and Apple Watches, those planning to stick with older devices should update their firmware immediately as a new software vulnerability affects over 1.65 billion Apple products.
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Cybersecurity 101 | Small Business Success Series | Greater North Fulton Chamber
On October 7, Rocket IT joins the Greater North Fulton Chamber’s Cybersecurity 101 panel to provide business leaders with a breakdown of current security trends and the most important tools to consider when decreasing the many risks associated with modern hacks.
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Internet Explorer’s Massive Zero-Day Vulnerability | Sync Up With Rocket IT
Still using Internet Explorer? If so, it’s time to reconsider as a new zero-day vulnerability within the web browser can provide hackers with complete control of your PC from anywhere in the world.
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Bluetooth Vulnerability Impacts Billions of Devices | BrakTooth | Sync Up With Rocket IT
Bluetooth allows us to quickly connect headphones, keyboards, and gaming controllers to our computers. And now, thanks to a new vulnerability named BrakTooth, it also provides hackers with a means to exploit the wireless connectivity of nearly one billion devices.
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Apple, Amazon, Google, & Microsoft Pledge Billions to U.S. Cybersecurity | Sync Up With Rocket IT
Recent headlines have shown the impact cyber attacks can have on critical U.S. infrastructures. But now, the gloves are off as Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon promise the White House billions of dollars to fight cyber terrorism.
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Case Story | Virtual Chief Information Officer
Although 76% of individuals believe that having a mentor is important, only 37% of the workforce is afforded such an opportunity. But when looking to train and retain the talent that guides your company’s technology infrastructure, where do you begin?
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Facebook Unveils VR Metaverse | Horizon Workrooms | Sync Up With Rocket IT
While the pandemic brought about flexible workspaces, remote work can be isolating. But with Facebook’s new Horizon Workroom’s app, the tech giant is aiming to offer teams a more collaborative experience through virtual reality.
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How Safe are Security Cameras? Wireless VS Wired Cameras
Security cameras without proper privacy settings increase a home or office’s chance of being hacked by 47 percent. Here’s how wireless cameras stack up against their wired counterparts and which security features you should consider when selecting a camera system.
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