Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore Ransomware Attack Wiped Player Accounts

A rare occasion of ransomware attack on a game developer led to the wipe of player accounts

“Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore” fell victim to a ransomware attack last Friday. The attack hit 17,000 player accounts, wiping them – a yet unseen outcome of a ransomware attack. Ransomware encrypted main server “Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore” On October 19, 2023, ransomware actors successfully attacked the main server of the Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore game.… Continue reading Ethyrial: Echoes of Yore Ransomware Attack Wiped Player Accounts

WeChat and Kaspersky Ban in Canada – What You Should Know?

Canada bans WeChat and Kaspersky on government devices due to privacy and security concerns

The Canadian government has instituted a ban on the use of WeChat and Kaspersky applications on government-issued mobile devices, effective October 30, 2023. The decision, which has raised considerable attention, stems from what the Canadian government has deemed an “unacceptable level of risk.” WeChat and Kaspersky products are Banned in Canada The Canadian government, like… Continue reading WeChat and Kaspersky Ban in Canada – What You Should Know?

MOVEit MFT 0-day Vulnerability is Used to Steal Corporate Data

New vulnerability can grant hackers access to the web file storage

MOVEit managed file transfer (MFT) solution appears to contain a 0-day vulnerability, already exploited by hackers. Progress, the developer of the software solution, already released a note and security advisory regarding the case. What is MOVEit MFT? MOVEit is a software solution that allows convenient and secure data transfer inside the organisation. The product under… Continue reading MOVEit MFT 0-day Vulnerability is Used to Steal Corporate Data

Difference Between IPSec and SSL

IPSec and SSL are both used in VPN data encryption

In the last couple of years, remote work has become integral to the world business landscape. However, to make remote work more efficient, employees need access to the company network wherever they are. A virtual private network (VPN) solves this by allowing remote employees to connect directly to the network, performing tasks as if they… Continue reading Difference Between IPSec and SSL

10 Working Tips to Protect Your Personal Data

The first hacking attacks and the realization of the danger of trusting information to the digital media became a shock to computer users. That’s when the question of data protection rose, and the development of the first antivirus programs began. And that was even before the Internet became a usual thing. Nowadays, when every home… Continue reading 10 Working Tips to Protect Your Personal Data

Adware Everywhere: Who Knows What Is Happening?

Perhaps you’ve heard the familiar whirlwind that no harm can ever hit your pricey gadget, maybe because everything from official App Stores is 100% clean and safe. And so, you’re on your favorite browser, carefree and worry-free! Alas! The browser starts to act stupid, redirecting and taking you places filled with creepy adverts or worse… Continue reading Adware Everywhere: Who Knows What Is Happening?

10 Tips to Secure a Laptop on Vacation 🏝️

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If you plan to bring your laptop on vacation, it’s important to take steps to secure it and protect your data from cyber threats. Here are ten tips to help you keep your laptop safe while traveling: Update your software: Before you leave for vacation, make sure your laptop’s operating system and security software are… Continue reading 10 Tips to Secure a Laptop on Vacation 🏝️

Top 10 Deadliest Virus in

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Computer viruses are really similar to real-life ones. They can infect thousands of PCs in just one hour, so we can call it an epidemic. Agreed, it is exciting to look at how each virus works and how antivirus programs have become necessary for anyone with an electronic device. So, we have made a list… Continue reading Top 10 Deadliest Virus in

How to use Wi-Fi for free and keep your data private

Where do you plan to spend the most of your time this winter holidays? Malls, restaurants, cinema, ice rink… all these places have something in common. Free Wi-Fi – we love to use this suitable option to connect to the web wherever we are. By the way, only a few people realize what danger such… Continue reading How to use Wi-Fi for free and keep your data private