Martin Baker
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Preventing QR Code Phishing Attacks in Small Businesses
QR codes have become a staple in small businesses. From quick payments to instant access to menus and promotions, they offer speed and convenience. However, with increased adoption comes a growing threat: QR code phishing, also known as quishing. Cybercriminals exploit QR codes to trick customers into sharing sensitive data or downloading malware.
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How a Small Business Survived a Ransomware Attack: Costs, Lessons, and Practical Cybersecurity Tips
Introduction In December 2024, a small marketing agency with just 20 employees faced a ransomware attack that locked them out of critical client files during the peak holiday campaign season. This case study explores how the attack happened, how the business responded, and what lessons other small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) can take away.
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Sophos Firewall Vulnerabilities: Critical Fixes You Shouldn’t Ignore
Sophos has rolled out hotfixes to fix three serious security flaws in its firewall products. These vulnerabilities could let attackers execute remote code and gain privileged system access under specific conditions. While there’s no sign of active exploitation, the risks are too significant to overlook.
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Blockchain-Based Backup Solutions: Ensuring Immutable and Decentralized Data Protection
Data protection is a challenge. From accidental deletions to malicious attacks, the risks are endless. Traditional backup systems, while useful, come with vulnerabilities—centralized storage, potential tampering, and single points of failure. Enter blockchain technology, a buzzword that’s more than just hype. Blockchain-based backup solutions promise to revolutionize how we protect and store data, offering immutability,…
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New Cybersecurity Rules to Protect Sensitive US Data
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) is rolling out strict new security rules for critical sectors to prevent sensitive data from falling into the wrong hands. Recent cyberattacks have exposed major vulnerabilities, making these changes urgent and necessary. Here’s what you need to know.
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Automating Cloud Backup Solutions with Infrastructure as Code (IaC): A Step-by-Step Guide
Setting up automated cloud backups can feel like wrestling with a tangled garden hose: frustrating but necessary. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) can help you simplify the process by turning complex configurations into neat, repeatable scripts. Tools like Terraform and AWS CloudFormation allow you to automate your cloud backups, saving time and reducing errors. This guide…
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How AI-Powered Firewalls Revolutionize Threat Detection and Prevention
Let’s face it—traditional firewalls have always been a bit like bouncers at a nightclub. They’re great at keeping out the obvious troublemakers, like malware and shady IP addresses. But when it comes to more sophisticated threats, they’re often out of their depth. Enter AI-powered firewalls: the new and improved security guards of the digital world.
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Microsoft’s Latest NTLM Security Fixes: Keeping Hackers on Their Toes
Microsoft has rolled out new protections to counter NTLM relay attacks. These changes tighten the security of an old authentication protocol that, let’s face it, is still hanging around like that one office chair no one wants to replace.
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HubPhish Targets European Businesses Using HubSpot Tools
Cybersecurity experts have uncovered a phishing campaign, dubbed HubPhish, that has targeted over 20,000 users in Europe. The attackers aim to steal login credentials and infiltrate Microsoft Azure cloud systems. This operation focused on industries like automotive, chemical, and industrial manufacturing.
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Understanding PCI DSS: Protecting Your Small Business from Payment Card Fraud
Running a small business can feel like juggling flaming swords. Add handling customer payment data to the mix, and one wrong move can lead to disaster. Enter PCI DSS — a set of standards designed to keep payment card data safe and your business out of trouble. It’s not glamorous, but it’s essential.
