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Tech News:  Beware of Brushing Scams! A brushing scam can target businesses as well as individuals, sending unsolicited packages to your address using your business name. Why? Scammers aim to generate fake reviews and artificially boost product ratings without your knowledge—leaving your business data potentially exposed. 🔍 How to Spot a Brushing Scam in Your Business:  • Unexpected Packages: You receive goods your business did not order.  • Unknown Sender: The package is from an unfamiliar supplier or retailer.  • No Record of Purchase: There’s no trace of an order or business account tied to the shipment. 💡 What to Do if Your Business is Targeted:  • Don’t Use the Items: Avoid using or distributing unsolicited items.  • Contact the Sender: Report the fraud directly to the retailer or supplier.  • Review Accounts: Check your business financial records and payment methods for unauthorised transactions. Protect Your Business:  -Ensure staff are aware of these scams and know what to do if a package arrives unexpectedly.  -Strengthen privacy practices to keep your business information secure.  -Regularly monitor financial statements for suspicious activity. By staying vigilant, you can safeguard your business from falling victim to brushing scams or other fraudulent activities. For more tips on protecting your business’s online privacy and security, explore the latest insights from Microsoft full article: https://lnkd.in/gw-z_DYp #CyberSecurity #Privacy #OnlineSafety #BrushingScam #AdelaideMSP 

Web Safe Wednesday: A Double-Edged Sword in Cybersecurity: AI Cybercriminals are harnessing AI, but is it all hype or a real threat? Let’s separate fact from fiction:  ➡️ Reality Check: Attackers are still figuring out AI, struggling with the same challenges we face – hallucinations, limited capabilities, and inefficiencies. But they are finding ways to use AI for tasks like crafting phishing emails and analysing compromised code. 🕵️♂️📧  ➡️ New Risks: Custom GPTs, introduced by OpenAI, open doors for attackers to exploit sensitive data, APIs, and proprietary knowledge via advanced prompt engineering.  🛑 Real-World Examples:   -Prompt Injection: A car dealership’s AI chatbot was manipulated into creating a "legally binding offer" for a dirt-cheap car! 🚗💰   -Data Leaks: Samsung employees unknowingly shared proprietary info while using ChatGPT for code analysis.   -Deepfake Fraud: A Hong Kong bank lost $25M to AI-generated avatars mimicking trusted officials. 🏦🎭  💡 Prevention Tips:   -Avoid uploading sensitive data to AI systems.   -Leverage protective frameworks like NIST AI Risk Management and OWASP Top 10 for LLMs.   -Stay vigilant against LLM attack surfaces, from prompt injections to model manipulations.   -AI is a game-changer for both defenders and attackers. By understanding how cybercriminals think and operate, organisations can better safeguard their systems against AI misuse.  Let’s outsmart the attackers – together. 💻🔒   Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g_auzH7R #CyberSecurity #ArtificialIntelligence #AI #AdelaideMSP  

🎄 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Rachis Technology Team! We would like to take this opportunity to thank our clients, partners, and followers for your continued trust and support throughout 2024. Our team will remain available on working days during the holiday period to assist with your support and sales needs. Wishing you a safe and restful holiday season, and we look forward to working together in 2025. Warm regards,  The Rachis Technology Team 

🎄 Wrapping Up 2024 with Gratitude and Cheer! Last week, we took a well-deserved moment to celebrate the festive season together at our Christmas lunch. 🎅✨ It was the perfect occasion to enjoy some holiday cheer as a team. A sincere thank you to our amazing team for your hard work throughout the year. Your unwavering commitment has been the foundation of all our achievements. 👏💪 To our valued clients and partners, we wish you a wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year. 🎁🌟 💡 Holiday Reminder: We’re here to support you throughout the festive period, staying open on all non-public holidays for your IT needs. #Christmas2024 #TeamCelebration

🎉 Congratulations on your 13th Work Anniversary, Michael! 🎉 Your dedication and hard work have been essential to our team’s success. Over the years, we’ve celebrated countless achievements and navigated challenges, growing stronger together as a team and as a business. You’ve played a key role in shaping who we are today, and your unwavering commitment has earned the deep respect of everyone here. Happy Work Anniversary! Here’s to many more years of success and growth ahead. 🚀

Blog Post Alert 🚨: The State of SMB Cybersecurity in 2024 SMBs are increasingly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals, but why? What challenges are they facing, and where do the opportunities lie for better protection? In our latest blog, we delve into the state of SMB cybersecurity in 2024, uncovering key trends, emerging threats, and actionable insights to help small to medium-sized businesses stay secure in an ever-evolving digital landscape. 🔑 What you’ll learn: - The top cybersecurity challenges SMBs face.  - How trends like AI-driven threats and cloud vulnerabilities are shaping the landscape.  - Opportunities SMBs can leverage for improved security and resilience. 📖 Explore the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gRKyGXjW This blog references findings from the 2024 State of SMB Cybersecurity report by ConnectWise. If you're interested in diving deeper, you can explore the full report here: https://lnkd.in/g--J5CaA #Cybersecurity #SMBs #CyberResilience #CyberAwareness #AdelaideMSP

Web Safe Wednesday: Is Your Social Media a Cybersecurity Risk? Social media is essential for building your brand and engaging with customers, but it can also be a hidden security threat if not managed correctly. 💻🔒  Here’s why: 📌 Dispersed Access: Multiple team members and external agencies managing accounts increase the risk of breaches. 📌 Lack of Oversight: If you’re unsure who has access or what they’re doing, your brand could be vulnerable to operational and financial mishaps. 📌 Ad Account Exploits: Unsecured payment methods on ad accounts can lead to unauthorised spending—and a big dent in your budget. How to Stay Protected: ✅ Govern Access: Use tools that give clear visibility into who has account access and their roles. ✅ Set Limits: Put spending caps on ad accounts to prevent misuse. ✅ Monitor Behaviour: Leverage tools like Identity Threat Detection and Response (ITDR) to flag unusual activity fast. ✅ Adopt SSPM Tools: Centralised platforms can streamline social media governance and boost security. Your social media presence is an essential business tool—but with the right precautions, it doesn’t have to be a security risk.  Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gmdD3vG5 #CyberSecurity #SocialMediaSafety #TechTips #CyberAware #AdelaideMSP

Tech News: Black Basta Ransomware Evolves: What You Need to Know 🚨 The notorious Black Basta ransomware group has taken their tactics to a new level, using email bombing, QR codes, and advanced social engineering techniques to target organisations. Here's a snapshot of their evolving strategies: 🛑 Key Tactics Identified: Email Bombing: Overwhelms users with non-malicious emails to distract them. Impersonation on Microsoft Teams: Pretends to be IT support using fake accounts like "Help Desk." Remote Access Tools: Tricks victims into installing tools like AnyDesk or Quick Assist. QR Code Scams: Sends malicious QR codes to steal credentials or redirect users to unsafe domains. 🛡️ Protect Your Team  -Restrict external chats in Teams to trusted domains.  -Enable detailed logging for suspicious activity.  -Stay vigilant against unsolicited IT help desk outreach.    Cybercriminals keep innovating—so should your defences.    Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gd8i9Qyj #CyberSecurity #BlackBasta #ITSecurity #MSP #AdelaideMSP

Web Safe Wednesday: The Ultimate Guide to Penetration Testing 🔎 Penetration testing is a proactive way to strengthen your organisation’s cybersecurity by simulating real-world attacks to identify vulnerabilities. The Hacker News recently shared a comprehensive guide on how to plan and prepare for these critical tests. Here's a quick summary: 🚀 Key Takeaways: 1️⃣ Understand the Scope: Define what systems and applications need testing—networks, web apps, or APIs. 2️⃣ Choose the Right Partner: Work with experienced testers who can simulate diverse attack scenarios. 3️⃣ Prepare Thoroughly: Ensure testers have access to required data and systems to conduct a thorough evaluation. 4️⃣ Focus on Fixing: Use the findings to patch vulnerabilities and improve overall security. 5️⃣ Make It Routine: Regular testing ensures you're always ahead of evolving threats. 🔐 A successful penetration test doesn’t just highlight weaknesses—it equips you with actionable insights to safeguard your business. How often do you conduct penetration tests for your organisation?  💬 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gG49MbCS 🔒 #ITMSP #PenTesting #BusinessSecurity #AdelaideMSP

Tech News: New Phishing-as-a-Service Threat – "Rockstar 2FA" 🚨 Cybersecurity researchers have uncovered a sophisticated Phishing-as-a-Service (PhaaS) toolkit called Rockstar 2FA, targeting Microsoft 365 users with advanced adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) attacks. 🚨 👉 What’s the threat?  Rockstar 2FA enables attackers to bypass multi-factor authentication (MFA) protections by intercepting user credentials and session cookies. Even users with MFA are at risk. 💡 Key features of Rockstar 2FA include:  -MFA bypass and cookie harvesting 🍪  -Antibot protection 🛡️  -Customisable phishing page themes 🎨  -Telegram bot integration 🤖    💻 How attackers operate:  Threat actors leverage legitimate platforms like Microsoft OneDrive, Atlassian Confluence, and Google Docs Viewer to host phishing links, exploiting user trust in these services. Initial access comes through convincing emails featuring URLs, QR codes, or document attachments. 📧    Promoted on platforms like Telegram, Rockstar 2FA is available via subscription, making sophisticated phishing tools accessible to cybercriminals with minimal technical expertise. Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/gfCKYnHN Stay informed and proactive to safeguard your accounts against evolving threats like Rockstar 2FA.    #CyberSecurity #PhishingAlert #MFA #AdelaideMSP