Category: Operations
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The Rising Threat of Cyberattacks on Schools and Businesses
Notifications of cyberattacks are becoming increasingly common in school-related emails to parents. Recently, students in Ontario returned from winter break to find classrooms without internet due to a cyber incident. Shortly after, several Canadian school divisions reported data breaches linked to PowerSchool, which manages student information. Cyberattacks on schools are growing in frequency and sophistication,…
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Popular Apps Harvest User Location Data
Recent findings reveal that some popular apps are being exploited by certain advertisers to collect sensitive location data on a large scale. This data often ends up with a company called Gravy Analytics, which has sold global location data to US law enforcement. Thousands of apps, including games like Candy Crush and dating apps like…
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Beware of Holiday Email Scams
The holiday season is a time of joy and celebration, but it is also a prime time for cybercriminals to target businesses and individuals with various scams. As businesses gear up for the festive season, it is crucial to stay vigilant and protect yourself from email scams that can lead to significant financial and data…
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Smartphone Security Risks
A recent study highlights significant security risks faced by smartphone users, revealing some startling statistics about our vulnerability to cybercrime. Key Findings Expert Insights Jamie Akhtar, CEO of CyberSmart, emphasized the urgent need for greater security awareness. Paul Walsh, CEO of MetaCert, pointed out that phishing has evolved to target SMS and smartphones, with 83%…
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Cybersecurity in 2025
As we approach 2025, IBM security executives have shared their insights on the evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Here are six key predictions that highlight the challenges and opportunities ahead: 1. The Rise of Shadow AI Businesses are increasingly deploying generative AI models, sometimes without proper governance. This “shadow AI” poses significant data security risks. In…
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Passkeys: The Future of Secure Online Authentication
In recent years, the adoption of passkeys has seen a significant rise. According to recent research, awareness of passkeys has jumped from 39% in 2022 to an impressive 57% in 2024. Even more encouraging is that 62% of those who are aware of passkeys are actively using them to secure their online accounts. This shift…
