Category: Copilot

  • When Helpful AI Becomes a Security Risk

    When Helpful AI Becomes a Security Risk

    In June 2025, a single email quietly compromised Microsoft 365 Copilot through a vulnerability known as EchoLeak (CVE‑2025‑32711). There were no clicks, no attachments, and no user error. Copilot simply processed the message as designed and unintentionally exposed emails, documents, Teams chats, and SharePoint data. Although Microsoft patched the issue quickly, the incident made one…

  • 1,000,000,000 Windows 10 PCs at Risk

    1,000,000,000 Windows 10 PCs at Risk

    Canada’s businesses face a growing cybersecurity challenge as Microsoft’s Windows 10 era winds down. Recent reports reveal that one billion PCs worldwide still run Windows 10, double earlier estimates. Half of these devices are too old to upgrade, while the other half could move to Windows 11 but haven’t. This reluctance to upgrade leaves organizations…

  • AI DeepSeek Data Leaked

    AI DeepSeek Data Leaked

    Large scale data breaches have become an all-too-common occurrence. Businesses, whether large or small, must prioritize cybersecurity to protect sensitive information from malicious actors. A recent incident involving the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek underscores this critical need. [A malicious actor is an individual or entity that deliberately engages in activities intended to cause harm, damage,…

  • AI In The Workplace

    AI In The Workplace

    Integrating AI into workflows isn’t just a trend, it’s an inevitability. However, with this evolution comes significant concerns, particularly around data security. Using company information in AI prompts without due diligence can expose organizations to unforeseen dangers. The Dangers of Sharing Company Information with AI 1. Data Leakage: When sensitive company information is used in…