by devTeam Ironistic | Jun 11, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, Virus Protection and Security
There is now an updated variation of Cryptowall, please see this article for updated information. Cryptowall is an imitator of the ransomware, Cryptolocker. Cryptolocker is typically passed through emails that appear to come from legitimate sources and is it executed...
by devTeam Ironistic | May 9, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, IT, Virus Protection and Security
Data loss, file encryption, stolen identities, compromised financial information…and the list goes on further. Malware becomes more complex every day, however, the ways that it enters our systems remains persistent. Here are the most common ways that computers get...
by devTeam Ironistic | May 7, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Computer Security, Internet, Virus Protection and Security
Malware creation and deployment are a global, multi-billion dollar industry. Your computer can either be compromised by criminals to obtain your own financial information, or your computer can be used to aid criminals in illegally gathering information or resources to...
by devTeam Ironistic | Mar 27, 2014 | Blog, Business IT
Microsoft is ending support for Windows XP. As a result, routine security patches will not be released and this means XP machines will have more security vulnerabilities. If you plan to remain on Windows XP after support ends on April 8, here are some tips to keep...
by devTeam Ironistic | Mar 21, 2014 | Blog, Business IT, Data Backup, IT, Managed Services, Virus Protection and Security
Because of threats to data such as power failures, device failures, malware, natural disaster, human error, and theft, backing up data is important to small businesses, organizations and individuals alike. The three important elements of data are: Redundancy Frequency...