Info on Rootkits
TechRepublic’s 10 Things blog has a pretty good rundown. I’ve recently had to explain the very basics of rootkits to an occasional curious customer.
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Link: Securing a Linux Server
This article gives key elements. I also recommend using additional AV software, especially if you are hosting WordPress or other CMS accounts. Imunify360 is a good option.
Link: The Secret Fight for Your Personal Information
Does a domain registrar have to reveal personal information to anyone who claims to have an interest? Namecheap explains their position in their fight with Facebook over this type of demand for personal information. I believe Namecheap is in the right on this and that the issue is important.
An Avast Premier Partner
I’m actually announcing this somewhat late, but I am now an Avast Premier Partner, indicating that I have taken training in both sales and technical aspects of their software. I build my support for small businesses around their Managed Workplace and Cloudcare solutions, and use their end point security software. Considering that all my customers…
New Phishing Campaign Imitates Google Account Page (from @SmarterMSP)
You can find the details on the SmarterMSP blog. Their recommendations are: What are the recommendations? These fit nicely with my standard caution: Don’t follow links in an email you receive. If it purports to come from your bank, go to your bank via the URL you use, or call the toll free number that…
