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Deepfake Video with Biometric Technology Tricking Law Firms And Exfiltrating Money

Scams and Deception Deepfake video and sophisticated scams that manipulate video and audio to create highly convincing fake identities or messages from what appear to be trusted individuals are creating a major risk for law firms, the UK Solicitors’ Regulation Authority (SRS) says. The SRA issued a caution to lawyers who heavily rely on video […]

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Is Your Business Prepared for a Cyber Incident?

Is Your Business Prepared for a Cyber Incident?   In today’s digital age, having a well-written Incident Response plan is not optional, it’s essential. Yet many companies find themselves unprepared when disaster strikes. We recommend these immediate actions for managing unexpected cybersecurity incidents: Stop, Call, Wait. . Stop: Don’t panic.  Halt all operations safely and

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U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Adopts New Cybersecurity Disclosure Rules

History The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) first proposed new cybersecurity disclosure rules on March 8, 2022.  The comment period for the proposed rules closed on May 9, 2022.  The SEC then reopened the comment period on the proposed rules on February 9, 2023, and closed it on April 11, 2023.  Public company directors and

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Gigabud RAT Android Banking Malware

Gigabud RAT Android Banking Malware Targets Institutions Across Countries

Account holders of over numerous financial institutions in Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, and Peru are being targeted by an Android banking malware called Gigabud RAT. “One of Gigabud RAT’s unique features is that it doesn’t execute any malicious actions until the user is authorized into the malicious application by a fraudster, which makes it

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Does Turning Your Smartphone (iPhone|Android) Off Protect You From Malware?

We’ve had folks contact us telling us that they’ve solved the cybersecurity problem. They’ve told us that they’ll just shut off their phone when not in use… “What!?!” Would you shut off your smart pacemaker?!? 🤪 Communication devices are meant to do just that… communicate! Malware comes in all shapes and sizes, and can range

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Why Do I Need Multifactor Authentication (MFA)?

🔒 Protecting your online presence is crucial in today’s digital world! As cybersecurity experts, we highly recommend using Multifactor Authentication (MFA) to enhance the security of your accounts. MFA adds an extra layer of protection by requiring multiple forms of verification before granting access. It’s like having a virtual bodyguard for your digital identity! 💂‍♂️💻

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Top Business & Cybersecurity Concerns for CPAs in 2023

Cybersecurity Impact on CPA Firms Cybersecurity is a critical issue for businesses and organizations of all sizes and industries, and the accounting profession is no exception. In today’s digital age, sensitive financial data and information are increasingly at risk of being compromised by cybercriminals who seek to steal valuable data, commit fraud, or cause disruption

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How CPA Firms can protect against a cyber attack

How CPA Firms Can Protect Against Cyber Attacks During the Busy Tax Season Within The Next 14 Days

As a CPA owner, it’s crucial to understand the importance of cybersecurity for your business. Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting your computer systems, networks, and sensitive information from unauthorized access, theft, and damage. With the increase in cyber attacks, businesses of all sizes are at risk. In fact, according to a report by Verizon,

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Hackers Create ChatGPT-Driven Telegram Bots That Can Write Malware

Cyber-criminals are using Microsoft-owned ChatGPT to create Telegram bots that can write malware and steal your data, new research has revealed. Currently, if you ask ChatGPT to write a phishing email impersonating a bank or create malware, it will not generate it.  However, hackers are working their way around ChatGPT’s restrictions and there is an

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