According to the Global Tech Support Scam report by Microsoft, consumers have reduced their exposure and losses from scam activities due to increased use of ad blockers along with continuous efforts made by both software vendors and authorities to raise awareness and fight online fraud. [Read more…] about Tech Support Scams in 2020: Everything You Need to Know
Security
Top 3 Most Common Cyber Threats and Safety Solutions
For many companies, cyber security is important in keeping classified information secure. However, only 38 percent of organizations globally claim they are well equipped to manage a cyber-attack. This leaves 62 percent of companies who are likely inadequately prepared if there were ever a cyber security incident or data breach.
Cyber criminals are on the hunt for personal information, company information, and any other classified data that they can benefit from. Hackers are tapping into company user databases, using phishing attacks, and depending on human error to access this useful information.
Here are some cyber security threats and how businesses can take action in preventing criminals from tapping into classified data. [Read more…] about Top 3 Most Common Cyber Threats and Safety Solutions
Security Features to Look for in Remote Support Software
Remote support security is by all means one of the most important factors to consider when looking for remote desktop software. With a truly secure remote support solution you will rest assured that both yours and the remote user’s data is fully protected from loss or unauthorized access. [Read more…] about Security Features to Look for in Remote Support Software
Main Types of Remote Tech Support Scams: How to Recognize & Avoid Them
We’ve written a lot about remote tech support scams in the past few years. As a leading remote desktop software vendor, we believe that it’s our duty to inform you about new cases and to ban those who misuse our application for fraudulent purposes. [Read more…] about Main Types of Remote Tech Support Scams: How to Recognize & Avoid Them
FixMe.IT & GDPR: Updates to Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
By now you all must have heard of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which goes into effect today and aims at providing EU citizens with greater control over how their personal data is collected, processed, stored and used.
We’ve already expressed our commitment to meeting the GDPR requirements in a previous article. Today, we’re excited to announce that we have updated our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service in accordance with the key principles of GDPR, and made these documents as transparent as possible. [Read more…] about FixMe.IT & GDPR: Updates to Privacy Policy & Terms of Service
Fighting “Tech Support” Scams With Help From IT Pros
Despite the joint efforts of the IT community and law enforcement, the numbers say Windows tech support scams are still on the rise. According to Forbes, last year Microsoft received 153000 reports from Windows users in 183 countries, a 24% increase compared to 2016. On the other hand, only 15% confirmed losing money as a result of scam, which proves that all of the efforts haven’t been in vain. [Read more…] about Fighting “Tech Support” Scams With Help From IT Pros