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Does your organisation or your email provider host your email using Microsoft Exchange? You may be vulnerable to losing control of your entire computer network and sensitive company data to bad actors. Protect your business interests and prevent downtime, contact jBIT for assistance https://www.theverge.com/2021/3/5/22316189/microsoft-exchange-server-security-exploit-china-attack-30000-organizations

With new security vulnerabilities being discovered all the time, it is vital to keep your software and security policies up to date. Is your organisation protected against the latest threats, or is your confidential data at risk? Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/11/update-chrome-right-now-to-fix-some-zero-day-exploits/

Are you certain your workstation and server fleet are protected against constantly evolving threats in the wild? Do your staff know how to avoid common security risks online? Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/06/update-windows-10-now-to-block-smbghost/

Further proving that there is always a bad actor out there trying to take advantage of vulnerable or less secure companies and individuals, attackers have been using the Novel Coronavirus to attempt to get their prying eyes into your systems. Are you secure? Do your staff members have good online safety habits? Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/05/beware-coronavirus-themed-malware-disguised-as-excel-spreadsheets

Have you updated your Windows 10 PC's with the latest critical security fixes? With more staff working remotely now, security is more important than ever. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/04/install-the-latest-windows-10-patch-to-block-serious-vulnerabilities

Especially at a time when a lot of staff are working from home, it is vital to ensure your organisation's security. New malware attacks and fake tools can infect your workstations, compromise data, and often results in major losses in productivity. Contact jBIT for assistance in securing your workforce https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/03/how-to-avoid-the-new-astaroth-malware-thats-hitting-windows

Concerned about the quality of the passwords being used in your organisation? Make sure your staff aren't using any of the most common passwords, and contact jBIT for assistance in implementing robust security policies https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/03/definitely-dont-use-these-passwords

Still using Windows 7? Your organisation faces increased risk of security incidents and loss of data & productivity as Microsoft has stopped releasing patches for it. Contact jBIT for assistance in upgrading and other options https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/01/am-i-screwed-if-i-dont-upgrade-windows-7-by-january-15/

With a large number of 'Fake' (malware/virus-infected) Windows 10 Updates floating around, always make sure you are updating from an authorised source - be incredibly wary of emails from unknown senders (especially large companies). Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/11/windows-10-update-is-actually-just-filled-with-ransomware/

New ransomware has been surfacing lately, causing hundreds of millions of dollars in damages. Are you and your business secured against these threats? Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/11/do-we-need-to-freak-out-about-windows-bluekeep/

New virus targetting Australian businesses is doing the rounds. Take EXTRA care with emails & websites. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/10/malware-alert-aus-gov-warns-of-dangerous-email-trojan

As predicted, the latest Win 10 update causing major problems for some users. Do not update until fixes have been published. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/10/latest-windows-10-update-could-be-the-worst-one-yet/

Is your organisation prepared for the latest upcoming Windows 10 updates? jBIT recommends holding off to allow any initial problems to be worked out before risking your business productivity. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/10/how-to-prepare-your-pc-for-windows-10s-november-update

Windows 10 users rejoice, Microsoft has released a couple of useful additional tools to make working in Win10 easier. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/09/manage-your-messy-desktop-with-windows-10s-new-powertoys

Do you or your organisation use iPhones? Update to 12.4.1 immediately to keep yourselves safe from cyber intruders. Contact jBIT for assistance https://www.forbes.com/sites/davidphelan/2019/08/27/apple-releases-ios-1241-addressing-shock-security-weakness-heres-all-you-need-to-know

Exciting news for regular screen-shotters, Windows 10's 'Snip' tool is finally getting an update! https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/08/windows-10-is-finally-updating-the-snip-and-sketch-tool

Using an Nvidia graphics card? Update your drivers immediately to secure your PC from remote attackers. Please contact jBIT for further assistance. https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/08/update-your-nvidia-drivers-right-now-to-fix-critical-vulnerabilities

Attention all Google Chrome users: Update now! New version (amongst other things) disables the notoriously insecure flash player, helping keep you and your organisation safe. https://venturebeat.com/2019/07/30/google-chrome-76

Using a wireless keyboard/mouse from Logitech? Update NOW to protect against remote attackers. Please contact jBIT for further assistance. https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/07/update-your-logitech-wireless-dongle-right-now

If you or your organisation have updated to the very latest version of Windows 10 and use a VPN, you may want to consider rolling back. Please contact jBIT for further assistance. https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2019/07/bug-alert-microsoft-issues-warning-to-millions-of-windows-10-users