Tag: cyber defense
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TheSqua.re June 2025 Data Breach: Critical Cybersecurity Lessons for Small Businesses
The TheSqua.re June 2025 data breach serves as a stark reminder that no business, regardless of size or industry, is immune to cyber threats. When the serviced apartment platform suffered a security incident that exposed 107,000 unique customer email addresses, it highlighted critical vulnerabilities that many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to overlook. This…
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Vietnam Credit Bureau Hack Exposes 160+ Million Records: What SMBs and Consumers Must Know About Data Security
In one of the most significant data breaches of 2025, Vietnam’s Credit Information Center (CIC) has fallen victim to a devastating cyber attack that has potentially compromised the personal and financial information of over 160 million individuals. This massive breach, reportedly executed by the notorious hacking group ShinyHunters, serves as a stark reminder of the…
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Complete Guide to Security Hardening Apache Tomcat: Protecting Your Web Applications from Cyber Threats
Apache Tomcat remains one of the most widely deployed web application servers in enterprise environments, powering millions of Java-based applications worldwide. However, its default configuration often leaves organizations vulnerable to sophisticated cyber attacks. For SMBs and cybersecurity professionals, implementing proper Tomcat security hardening is not just a best practice—it’s a critical necessity in today’s threat…
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Complete Router Security Hardening Guide: Protect Your SMB Network from Cyber Threats
Your network router isn’t just a simple internet gateway—it’s the first line of defense against cyber threats targeting your small or medium business. With cyberattacks increasing by 38% year-over-year, properly hardening your router security has never been more critical. Whether you’re managing TP-Link, D-Link, Netgear, MikroTik, or Ubiquiti equipment, this comprehensive guide will transform your…
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The Ultimate Security Hardening Guide for Network Cameras: Protecting Your Hikvision, Dahua, and Axis Systems
Network cameras have revolutionized surveillance and security monitoring for businesses of all sizes. However, with great connectivity comes great responsibility – and significant security risks. Recent high-profile breaches involving major camera manufacturers like Hikvision, Dahua, and Axis have exposed critical vulnerabilities that cybercriminals actively exploit to gain unauthorized access to corporate networks. For small and…
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Qantas CEO Loses $522,000 Over Major Cyber Breach: What SMBs Must Learn
In a landmark decision that sends shockwaves through the corporate world, Qantas CEO Alan Joyce and top executives have lost a combined $522,000 in pay following a devastating cyber breach that compromised the personal data of nearly 6 million customers in July 2025. This unprecedented financial penalty marks a turning point in corporate accountability for…