Microsoft 365 Phishing Threats Are Evolving – Are Your Defenses?
Phishing scams are getting smarter — and more expensive. Instead of the obvious phishing emails we’re used to, cybercriminals now impersonate trusted entities like Microsoft, tricking organizations into sending money, sharing sensitive data, or handing over login credentials. The statistics are concerning: Forbes reports that over half of companies globally experienced a phishing attack in just the […]
Last Call: Windows 10 End of Support Is Near — Secure Your Systems Now
According to Microsoft, After 14 October 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes. First released in July 2015, Windows 10 quickly became one of the most widely used operating systems, offering businesses and individuals a reliable, secure and user-friendly platform. However, as Microsoft shifts its focus […]
Cybersecurity Threats in 2024
While going digital has made life easier for businesses and consumers, the flip side is that the risk of cyber attacks has also increased. Cases of cyber crimes related to flaws in microchips, crypto-jacking, and massive data breaches, are on the rise. Cyber criminals target everything from online stores and blogs to websites and mobile […]
Goodbye, Windows Server Update Services (WSUS): The IT Impacts of Microsoft’s Deprecation
Microsoft has officially announced that Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is now deprecated. As a result, it will no longer receive active development and may be removed in future updates, starting with Windows Server 2025. According to Microsoft Product Manager, Nir Froimovici, As part of our vision for simplified Windows management from the cloud, Microsoft has […]
Countdown Begins: Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 Support Ending in Less Than 2 Months
Microsoft has issued a reminder that several editions of Windows 11 21H2 and Windows 11 22H2 will reach their end of support in less than two months, with the end-of-service date set for October 8, 2024. After this date, these versions will no longer receive essential security updates, putting systems at risk of vulnerabilities, and exposed […]
CrowdStrike Cybersecurity Platform Faces Global Outage, Users Locked Out
A recent update from CrowdStrike has caused a widespread issue among users of Microsoft Windows systems, resulting in the infamous “Blue Screen of Death” (BSOD) for multiple users. This unexpected development has affected a considerable number of Windows users who rely on CrowdStrike’s cybersecurity solutions. The BSOD, a critical system error that typically indicates a […]
Latest Microsoft Outlook Security Update 2024 to Affect Accounts and Web Access
New cybersecurity changes have been announced as part of Microsoft Outlook Security Update 2024. Targeting personal email accounts aligns with the principles of Microsoft’s Secure Future Initiative. There are several changes, the most glaring of which is the deprecation of basic authentication for Outlook personal email accounts starting on September 16, 2024. This means that users […]
Securing Your Systems: An Introduction to Patch Management
In today’s rapidly evolving cybersecurity landscape, keeping your systems secure requires more than just strong defenses; it demands constant vigilance. Patches and software updates are key to this process, helping you address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited. In this article, we will walk you through why patches are so important and how effective patch […]
10 Great Tips for Selecting a Good Cybersecurity Company
As the world is moving towards digitization, cybercrime is also increasing at an alarming rate. Cybersecurity refers to IT security that holds the streamlined process to protect data, devices, networks, and systems from unauthorized access and damage. As cyber threats are increasing, security is no longer an option, it has become a necessity now. Whether […]
Tycoon 2FA: The Menacing MFA-Bypassing Phishing Threat Targeting Microsoft 365 and Gmail Accounts
Reports have shown that a new Phishing-as-a-Service Platform (PhaaS) named ‘Tycoon 2FA’ has been used by cybercriminals to target Microsoft 365 and Gmail accounts. Their goal: to bypass two-factor authentication (2FA) protection systems and gain unauthorised access to information and databases. Sekoia analysts uncovered this new Adversary-in-The-Middle (AiTM) phishing kit in October 2023 as part […]