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October 17, 2025 / October 17, 2025 by Vertical Axion
In March, nobody had heard of Gold Salem Ransomware. By September, at least 60 organizations worldwide were more than just a little familiar with this ransomware operation. It has progressed rapidly enough to concern even seasoned threat researchers. What Is Gold Salem Ransomware? Beginning in early 2025, a cybercriminal group began infecting businesses with a […]
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October 16, 2025 / October 16, 2025 by Vertical Axion
As of October 14, 2025, Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 10, marking the close of an era for one of the company’s most widely used operating systems. This wasn’t just another update cycle; it was a turning point that requires your immediate attention. If your business is still running Windows 10, its systems are […]
October 8, 2025 / October 8, 2025 by Vertical Axion
What would you do if a single digital calendar invite could jeopardize your entire establishment? A phishing scam in Apple Calendar invites is on the rise, and it’s as sneaky as it is dangerous. Keep reading to learn more. What Is Phishing? Phishing is a cyberattack that uses digital messages to trick you into giving […]
September 29, 2025 / September 29, 2025 by Vertical Axion
What would you do if a single email compromised your entire establishment? Cybercriminals are advancing faster than ever, developing phishing scams that target unprepared organizations with terrifying precision. Learn more about them here so you can stay a step ahead. What Are Tycoon-Based Phishing Attacks? Phishing messages are a social engineering scam that poses as […]
September 26, 2025 / September 26, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Even the most cautious businesses can get blindsided by cyber threats. That’s the takeaway from a recent Android malware attack affecting millions of users worldwide. Security researchers at Zscaler ThreatLabs discovered 77 malicious apps on the Google Play Store. Even worse, more than 19 million users have downloaded them. The scale and potential damage of […]
September 24, 2025 / September 24, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Artificial intelligence (AI) is both positive and negative for cybersecurity. On one hand, it powers advanced threat detection systems and automates defenses like never before. On the other hand, cybercriminals are using the same technology to develop increasingly sophisticated, destructive, and frightening tools to launch attacks. The latest example? Researchers have uncovered evidence that the […]
September 20, 2025 / September 20, 2025 by Vertical Axion
There’s no question that the traditional username and password combination is a weak link when it comes to online security. For several years, experts have encouraged businesses to implement passkeys to overcome the pitfalls of traditional passwords, which have become increasingly vulnerable to cybercriminals. However, researchers from Square X revealed some worrisome passkey weaknesses at […]
September 19, 2025 / September 19, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Just how safe is your establishment from online threats? A new phishing scam is making waves and targeting US-based organizations. Learn more about it here so you can bolster your defenses. What Is Phishing? Phishing is a cyberattack that tries to trick you into giving away information by posing as a legitimate entity. In this […]
September 13, 2025 / September 13, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Are your company’s devices fully secure? Staying ahead of threats is non-negotiable in today’s increasingly digital world. Learn about the recent Apple security updates and how they might impact businesses. What Is a Zero-Day Vulnerability? In the past, criminals would exploit security camera blind spots, rudimentary locks, and unprotected entry points. The goalposts have now […]
September 8, 2025 / September 8, 2025 by Vertical Axion
How prepared is your establishment for the evolving cybersecurity landscape? Hackers are leveraging a new antivirus killer that can bypass traditional defenses. Learn more about it here before your digital systems become the next target. What Is RealBlindingEDR? Threat actors would normally have to deal with layers of malware detection and response systems to launch […]
September 6, 2025 / September 6, 2025 by Vertical Axion
What if a seemingly harmless online platform was actually a threat to your business? In today’s increasingly digital world, more and more sophisticated forms of cybercrime are going unnoticed. Unicode is a universal character encoding standard enabling consistent text representation across systems and languages. It’s a wonderful tool that powers our digital communication, but like […]
September 5, 2025 / September 5, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Just when you think you’ve got a handle on the latest threats, something new (and usually worse) shows up. CrowdStrike’s latest research confirms what many suspected: Hackers using AI as a tool for faster and more devastating cyberattacks. The most unsettling part is that hackers don’t have to be coding geniuses to pull it off. […]
September 4, 2025 / September 4, 2025 by Vertical Axion
In the latest piece of unsettling news for IT departments, security researchers have recently uncovered Linux malware that has been quietly operating for over a year without triggering alarms. Dubbed Plague, this malicious code isn’t your run-of-the-mill virus. It’s a sophisticated Pluggable Authentication Module (PAM) backdoor, a type of malware evasion technique designed to give […]
August 22, 2025 / August 22, 2025 by Vertical Axion
With ever-changing technology comes threat actors who continuously find ways to identify and exploit technical vulnerabilities. Today, owners and managers of firms across multiple industries understand the need for threat intelligence to protect their systems and data. An unfortunate consequence of using threat intelligence tools to secure an organization’s data is the constant influx of […]
August 21, 2025 / August 21, 2025 by Vertical Axion
The threat of a cyberattack is ever-present for businesses. According to a major threat actor, retail giant Dollar Tree fell victim to their massive ransomware attack. However, information regarding the source of the stolen data has proven to be incorrect. A Major Cybersecurity Incident Targets Retail Giant INC Ransom, a major ransomware operation, included Dollar […]
August 19, 2025 / August 19, 2025 by Vertical Axion
How robust is Google Workspace security? If your establishment relies on this service for collaboration and productivity, the last thing you want to worry about is data breaches. Keep reading and see how Google’s latest updates aim to combat the rising wave of cyber threats. How Are Threat Actors Targeting This Platform? Long gone are […]
August 16, 2025 / August 16, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Nearly every modern establishment utilizes various software products and digital platforms in some capacity. With cyberthreats becoming more sophisticated and commonplace, are your tools truly safe? Read on and learn how Google tightens security timelines to address vulnerabilities more quickly. What Is Project Zero? Google’s initiative started with Project Zero, an elite security team tasked […]
August 11, 2025 / August 11, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Quick: Can you name the biggest cyber threats to your business? If you mentioned things like phishing and poor password management, you’re on the right track. But there’s another common threat that many people don’t even think about when they try to keep the bad guys out: office printers. That’s right. Even while your company […]
August 9, 2025 / August 9, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Protecting your business’s digital assets is one of your biggest priorities, meaning you often have to ask yourself tough questions about the best way to keep things secure. Making the right choices becomes even more of a challenge when you aren’t a tech guru and only have a basic grasp of what it takes to […]
August 2, 2025 / August 2, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Quantum computing is knocking on the door of industries like finance, defense, and even retail. And for business owners like you, it could soon become a very real cybersecurity threat. What Is Quantum Computing, and How Does It Affect You? You’re probably thinking, “Quantum computing has nothing to do with me or my business. It’s […]
August 1, 2025 / August 1, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Has a suspicious-looking email with a PDF attachment containing a phone number to call “tech support” landed in your inbox recently? If so, you are likely the target of the latest iteration of a sophisticated phishing attack. According to Cisco Talos (they keep an eye on this stuff), there’s a new wave of PDF scams […]
July 31, 2025 / July 31, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Audiovisual (AV) systems are an integral part of how businesses operate. Whether it’s a conference call with a client, a digital presentation in the boardroom, or video content streaming across your office, AV technology helps teams connect and collaborate. However, while we rely on these systems to keep things moving, many businesses overlook a critical […]
July 19, 2025 / July 19, 2025 by Vertical Axion
How prepared is your establishment for the next wave of digital threats? Cybersecurity firms are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to combat evolving attacks, but criminals are now doing the same thing. Learn more about it here. Exploiting Large Language Models: A New Frontier for Cybercrime Large language models (LLMs) are AI systems capable of understanding […]
July 15, 2025 / July 15, 2025 by Vertical Axion
Are your mobile financial transactions as secure as you think they are? The new Godfather malware is on the rise, and it’s designed to exploit vulnerabilities in banking apps. Learn more about it here. What Is Godfather? Godfather is a malicious software previously known for overlaying convincing login screens on legitimate Android applications. When someone […]
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