Kayla Elliott

Microsoft Enhances Security Functionality to Thwart Ransomware Attacks

Kayla Elliott / October 25, 2017

New Microsoft Feature Added to Stop Ransomware Attacks Microsoft recently released a new product feature, controlled file access, in an attempt to increase the security of endpoints. The concept of this technology runs on a default deny approach. Controlled file access allows users to control which files are able to be accessed and altered by […]

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Malware Attack Takes Major Carolina Healthcare Facility Offline

Kayla Elliott / October 23, 2017

Malware Takes Medical Facility Offline FirstHealth of the Carolinas has been offline since October 17, 2017 due to a malware attack. It is believed the malware is ransomware; however, it has not been publicly confirmed. At this time, the cyber attack has been deemed a malware virus. On October 17th, a malware infected infiltrated the

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Ransomware Demand Increases 2500%

Kayla Elliott / October 23, 2017

Ransomware Sales Exploding on the Dark Web According to International Business Times (IBT), a new study was released confirming a significant rise in demand for the malicious software, ransomware. The study showed 6,300 websites offering ransomware, with an additional 45,000 ads promoting the malicious software. The price points ranged from $0.50 to $3,000. The large

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Lithium Ion Batteries Continue to Cause Issues

Kayla Elliott / October 20, 2017

Lithium Ion (Li-ion) Batteries Create Problems, Again… It comes as no surprise, Li-ion batteries continue to create issues where ever they are placed. In 2006, PC Pitstop conducted a test regarding the safety hazard of Li-ion batteries overheating, causing fires. See the video below. In 2013, the company followed up on this risk, hoping something

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