IT support providers in LA work hard to protect clients large and small against varying digital threats known and unknown. Because technology continues developing, there are always threats you didn’t realize needed to be protected against. Even top-tier organizations are impacted when security measures aren’t where they should be.
Some of the Most Notable Cyber-Attacks
IT outsourcing professionals in Los Angeles advise security solutions like monitoring and support, firewalls, antivirus and anti-malware software, employee education, and upgrading at regularly scheduled intervals to keep pace with the market. Penetration tests are also wise; working with tech professionals helps you find your balance. Such measures protect against threats like these:
- Dark Hotel
- WannaCry
- Stuxnet
- ExPetr
- Mirai
A Closer Look At These Cyber-Attacks
Many IT support providers in LA had to specifically deal with the fallout from these cyber-attacks. At this link, you’ll find each of these cyber-attacks explored in fuller detail. Briefly, Dark Hotel represented malware launched across the hospitality industry. A false system update ushered in the malware, it recorded keystrokes, and so hackers could steal login data.
WannaCry was a ransomware worm launched by North Korea exploiting vulnerabilities via built-in Server Message Block (SMB) ports, making its rounds through networks across over 150 countries and locking businesses out of their data except a ransom–usually in bitcoin–be paid.
StuxNet was designed to destroy Iran’s nuclear program by feeding the wrong commands into computers controlling Uranium spin. It spread throughout the world incidentally.
ExPetr was a ransomware attack that snuck in through poorly-managed software patch updates–it is known as the most costly ransomware scourge. Lastly, IT professionals can help you avoid all these attacks including those utilizing Botnets for hacker purposes–such as Mirai.
Comprehensive Protection
Our IT support team in LA can help keep your business protected against cyber-attacks matching the profile of known dangers like Mirai, ExPetr, Stuxnet, WannaCry, and Dark Hotel. We will also help you protect against future dangers through best practices in security. To learn more about existing threats and best tactics in safeguarding against them, contact us at Advanced Networks.
