by Proteon | Nov 19, 2024 | Blogs, Uncategorized
Keeping your business safe starts with understanding who’s out there and what they want. Here’s a simple breakdown of the most common types of cyber attackers, what motivates them, and what you can do to protect yourself. Meet the Opportunist: A Common Cyber Threat...
by Proteon | Nov 19, 2024 | Data breaches and hacks, Emerging Threats and Trends, Uncategorized
In October 2024, cybersecurity analysts at EclecticIQ uncovered a phishing campaign targeting online shoppers in the U.S. and Europe. The campaign, tied to a Chinese group called SilkSpecter, exploits the busy Black Friday shopping period to steal payment information...
by Proteon | Oct 1, 2024 | Digital providers, Security Awareness and Training, Uncategorized
A major security flaw has been found in Western Digital’s My Cloud devices, which could let hackers take control of your system. The issue is a bug in the Dynamic DNS (Domain Name System) client that, if left unchecked, could allow attackers to run harmful code on...
by Proteon | Sep 9, 2024 | Data breaches and hacks, Digital infrastructure, Uncategorized, United States
All schools in the Highline district, which includes parts of Seattle, Washington, will remain closed on Tuesday, September 10th, due to a cybersecurity incident. The schools were also closed on Monday as the issue continues to be investigated. Highline Public...
by Proteon | Aug 26, 2024 | Digital infrastructure, Europe, Netherlands, Transportation, Uncategorized
Overview: The Dutch Data Protection Authority (DPA) has fined Uber €290 million for transferring European drivers’ personal data to the United States without proper safeguards. This action was deemed a significant violation of Europe’s General Data Protection...
by Proteon | Aug 12, 2024 | Cybersecurity Regulations and Compliance, Emerging Threats and Trends, Information security, Threat Modeling and Risk Assessment, Uncategorized
Solar panels are becoming more common on rooftops and in solar parks, but there’s a growing concern that they could be vulnerable to cyberattacks. This risk isn’t just limited to big energy companies—small businesses and homeowners are also at risk. If hackers manage...
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