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Microsoft Exchange Compromised
Posted by Zac
The issue An exploit within Microsoft's mail platform, Exchange, has been identified and has used by malicious parties that have resulted in tens of thousands of compromised servers. It is important to note that this vulnerability is isolated to companies and government agencies using self-hosted on premise Exchange server. The attackers discovered and…
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5G: Promise of the Future
Posted by Geoff Ullrich
5G or not 5G? That is the question. What began as rumors from the bleeding-edge of technology whispered in only the most informed circles has now made its way to the front lines of every telecommunication company’s marketing offense. “5G is coming,” says one. “5G is here,” says another. We all remember the…
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While You Were Sleeping: Cryptojacking
Posted by Geoff Ullrich
Technology has made running a business easier, but there are hidden costs that must be considered. New computers are a single purchase, but energy consumption, bandwidth usage, and part replacement/repair are all associated costs. Obviously, you can plan your budget accordingly for these. But what happens when a third party tricks you into…
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Malvertising: The Malware Magician
Posted by Geoff Ullrich
One moment, you’re happily browsing a trusted site. A few clicks later and Abracadabra! You’ve left the safety of the secured site and are now somewhere strange where pop-ups shout fake system messages at you. What happened? Maybe you clicked an advertisement, or maybe you simply saw one in the margins of your…
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VOIP: The Right Call For Your Business
Posted by Geoff Ullrich
How often do you think about your business's phone system? You probably haven’t since the initial installation, yet it’s a central part of the way we communicate at work. Now more than ever it’s important to have a phone service that is affordable and adaptable to your business’s specific needs. In the past,…
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