How to Spot Malicious Content
The dramatic increase of malicious content on the internet has drawn serious concerns in the cybersecurity industry. Hackers use fraudulent media to divert users to fake websites and to steal information. In today’s world, hackers also use attractive advertisements as bait to get users to go to cloned websites. Additionally, many people go through spam emails and inadvertently click on...Read More
Managed Service Provider: Why They’re Important
Sometimes, you need IT support at random hours of the day and night. Maybe you need software managed in your off hours with patches and updates. There are so many things in the IT scope of your business that need handled, one way or the other. How can you keep up with it all? Have you considered a Managed Service Provider (MSP)? (more…) Eric MooreTechnician at Computer PRO Unltd,...Read More
What is Penetration Testing?
Penetration testing, or pen testing, involves testing a system or systems for weaknesses. It’s purpose is to simulate a real attack on the systems to determine areas which need improvement. The systems can be physical, a physical computer, or procedural, how a specific task is performed. For instance, you might have a Linux server running the Apache webserver. Since this resource is...Read More
Why Tracking IT Assets Matters
There are many things in IT which are a necessity such as using an antivirus, running backups, and keeping your computers updated. Keeping track of your IT assets is a common item we see that is overlooked. Business, large and small, at times have neglected this simple but crucial task. Keeping a well-documented list of IT assets consisting of both hardware and software will help your...Read More
What is Kali Linux?
Linux allows anyone to create their own distribution or distro for short. Kali Linux is a popular penetration testing focused distro. It’s maintained by Offensive Security, a well respected penetration testing company which also offers training courses for security related certifications. What is penetration testing? Penetration testing, or pen testing, involves testing a system or...Read More