Data Security Archives

When it comes to ransomware, this cyberattack scheme isn't new, but it has become increasingly common over the past several years. Many of the viruses lurking out there steal data to be used for nefarious purposes, with the goal having long been to access important financial and personal data that can be sold off. Not ransomware. Ransomware generally does not...

09 May

Three Responses After a Ransomware Attack

Ransomware is a type of computer virus that kidnaps your data and holds it hostage for money. It has become increasingly common, attacking governments and all manner of business as well as non-for profit institutions. If you are unfortunate enough to be the victim of a ransomware attack, there are basically only three options open to you. What to Do After...

25 Apr

Ransomware and Disaster Recovery Plans

in Back Up and Recovery, Data Security

Disaster recovery is a fundamental element of good business continuity planning. Business continuity planning refers to the broad range of plans created so that a business can continue to be operational no matter what negative event might occur. Business continuity planning addresses catastrophic events, from loss of a CEO, director, or other principal in the organization to severe natural disasters...

10 Dec

Hotels are Now The Hottest Ransomware Target

We have been working with the hospitality industry for quite some time. We've taken what we've learned and applied it to an industry we feel has been under-secured. Rightfully so. Now ransomware is targeting hospitality clients, from small privately-owned hotels and resorts to the biggest chains and names in the industry. Front desks, reservation systems, and even Wi-Fi is now...

18 Nov

Ransomware Insurance is Fueling Ransomware

Why cyber insurance is keeping the ransomware industry in business.

As all good managed IT companies and manage security providers do, we are in constant training. From daily check-ins, weekly trainings and monthly seminars, we are kept apprised of the latest trends, threats and how to mitigate them. For us, it has worked incredibly well for many years. But a new threat has arisen that we didn’t expect: ransomware insurance from insurance industry.

23 Sep

Stop Using Internet Explorer Immediately

in Data Security, Managed IT

The Internet Explorer vulnerability (CVE-2019-1367) is a critical zero-day bug.

I mean now, right now, uninstall it – every version of Internet Explorer needs to be removed. On Monday, September 23, Microsoft made an announcement and immediately deployed out-of-band updates for Internet Explorer. This update prevents a script from executing without any interaction by the user. A simple visit to a website can compromise your computer.

28 Jun

It’s War: How MSPs are Being Targeted

in Data Security, Managed IT

It’s been some time since I made a post, but it needs to be made.

There is a war going on. Let me backtrack a bit. At Triton Technologies, we are the gatekeepers, the guardians at the gate, the Heimdall to the kingdoms of our clients. We control all the keys, passwords, access, controls, etc. We are entrusted to protect and defend our client’s networks as their managed service provider (MSP) under contract. Someone has taken notice.

14 Dec

Website Security: Not all SSL Certificates are Created Equal

in Cloud IT, Data Security, Uncategorized

For years, people have trusted the SSL certificate green lock on their Google, Firefox, Internet Explorer, edge browser for safety and security.I hate to break it to you, but SSL certificates are broke. The Story of Symantec Security CertificatesIn the early 90s, a famous company called Symantec was handing out security certificates like free samples of Tide in the mail. Everyone...

01 Jun

6 Ways to Keep Your Business Online in Hurricane Season 2018

in Back Up and Recovery, Data Security