PC Matic Poll: Americans on Cybersecurity
A Difficult Year Americans on cybersecurity. 2020 was that to say the least. No matter your political affiliation or beliefs, it was a difficult time in our country. Compounding all of the global news...
View ArticleMicrosoft Exchange Release – Users Are Still On Old and Vulnerable Release...
Microsoft Exchange New Release is Vulnerable. In mid-March, we issued a guide to the patching of vulnerable versions of Microsoft Exchange Server. The affected versions include Exchange Servers 2010,...
View ArticleSlow Transition of Microsoft Exchange Server Users to Patched Versions
It has been 11 weeks since Microsoft released patched versions of Exchange Server Software, which were being actively exploited due to cybersecurity vulnerabilities since the beginning of 2021. We...
View ArticleBackups: The Tarnished Silver Bullet
Like every other industry, the cyber security industry is constantly moving. Along with that comes changes in the advice from experts to consumers, businesses, and governments on how to best protect...
View ArticleSecuring The Homeland
In March 2022, the Biden administration announced that cyberattacks from Russia were imminent. Although this is untrue, it shines a light on how unprepared the federal government and the rest of the...
View ArticlePC Matic Achieves FedRAMP Authorization
Myrtle Beach, SC – Today, American-based cybersecurity firm, PC Matic, announced it has received authorization from the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) for its federal...
View ArticleWhy You Need a VPN: Simplified Explanation for Everyday Users
Think of the internet as a big city full of exciting things to do but also potential risks. Just like you’d want to stay safe and keep your belongings private in a city you need to do the same online....
View ArticlePharmacy Outages Across US Amid Cybersecurity Threat
Pharmacies across the country are facing outages due to a cybersecurity threat. Change Healthcare, a major healthcare technology company disclosed that its network was attacked on Wednesday. The...
View ArticleA Mac Malware Threat Can Wipe Your Files
While many believe MacOS is better at keeping out malware, the reality is different. MacOS is just as susceptible to malware as other systems. A new threat called SpectralBlur, created by the Lazarus...
View ArticleUnveiling Your Digital Identity: The Basics of IP Addresses
In the vast ecosystem of the Internet, where millions of interactions happen every second, there exists a digital equivalent of your home address – the IP address. Often overlooked by the average...
View ArticleThe Power of Password Generators
In today’s digital age, safeguarding our online presence has become more crucial. Robust security measures are important with cyber threats lurking around every corner. Among the arsenal of tools...
View ArticleRansomware Gang Hits UnitedHealth Group
UnitedHealth Group fell victim to a cyberattack orchestrated by the notorious ransomware group Blackcat. The attack disrupted essential prescription services nationwide, raising alarms about...
View ArticleUnderstanding the ConnectWise ScreenConnect Vulnerabilities
ConnectWise, a prominent technology company based in Tampa, Florida, recently disclosed vulnerabilities in its ScreenConnect tool, affecting cloud and on-premises instances. The company took swift...
View ArticleGilroy Gardens Hit by Ransomware
Gilroy Gardens, the popular theme park in California, recently faced a cyberattack. The attack locked out their ticketing system, servers, and machines. One of the main worries resulting from such...
View ArticleNationwide Cyber-Attack Causes Medication Crisis for Tricare Beneficiaries
In a troubling turn of events, a nationwide cyber-attack has disrupted the medication supply for military clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and Tricare beneficiaries across the United States. The impact...
View ArticleA Laptop Fire Forces Breeze Airway Emergency Landing
Recently, a routine flight from Los Angeles to Pittsburgh took an unexpected turn when a passenger’s laptop caught fire mid-air, prompting an emergency landing in Albuquerque. With only an hour into...
View ArticleFBI Report Reveals Record Losses in Online Scams, Fueled by Cryptocurrency Fraud
In a recently released report by the FBI, shocking figures emerge detailing the staggering financial toll of online scams in 2023. A record-breaking $12.5 billion in losses were reported, marking a...
View ArticleThe future of PC Matic is here
This year is an exciting one here at PC Matic, and it’s time to bring you in on the fun. Our teams have been hard at work since summer of 2023 putting together the future of PC Matic. We’re calling...
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