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Craig Anderson

Craig Anderson focuses on Digital Transformation, with articles exploring Cybersecurity and DevOps. Craig's work has benefited industry professionals with key strategic pivots like migrating to the cloud, adopting agile practices, and successfully implementing automation. 
Trend Analysis: Microsoft Teams Security Vulnerabilities
Cyber Security
Trend Analysis: Microsoft Teams Security Vulnerabilities

Imagine a scenario where a single click on a seemingly harmless link in a Microsoft Teams chat grants an attacker full access to sensitive corporate data, exposing confidential messages and critical files across an entire organization. This alarming possibility is not mere speculation but a reflection of real vulnerabilities that have surfaced in one of the most widely used collaboration

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Sophisticated RFQ Scam Targets High-Value Businesses
Cyber Security
Sophisticated RFQ Scam Targets High-Value Businesses

In a disturbing trend sweeping through industries dealing with high-value goods like electronics, medical devices, and surveillance equipment, a highly sophisticated scam has emerged, preying on unsuspecting businesses through fraudulent Request for Quote (RFQ) communications. This scheme, uncovered by threat researchers, involves attackers masquerading as legitimate procurement agents from credible companies, leveraging stolen or publicly accessible data to craft convincing

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How Are Cybercriminals Exploiting RMM Tools in Europe?
Cyber Security
How Are Cybercriminals Exploiting RMM Tools in Europe?

What happens when the software meant to protect and manage critical systems becomes the very weapon used to breach them, turning trust into a vulnerability? Across Europe, a chilling cyber campaign has been unfolding, targeting high-value organizations in France and Luxembourg with a stealthy and sophisticated approach. Cybercriminals are exploiting Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tools—legitimate software used by IT

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Global Botnet Targets VoIP Routers with Default Passwords
Cyber Security
Global Botnet Targets VoIP Routers with Default Passwords

Purpose of This Guide This how-to guide aims to equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge and actionable steps to protect Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) routers and devices from a sophisticated global botnet campaign exploiting default credentials, particularly through Telnet services. By following the detailed instructions provided, readers will learn how to identify vulnerabilities in their systems, secure internet-facing

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Trend Analysis: AI-Driven Fraud Surge in 2025
Cyber Security
Trend Analysis: AI-Driven Fraud Surge in 2025

Introduction to a Growing Crisis In the first half of this year, a staggering 217,000 fraud risk cases were recorded in the National Fraud Database, marking an unprecedented peak as reported by Cifas, a leading fraud prevention organization. This alarming statistic underscores a critical trend: fraud, propelled by rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and compounded by socioeconomic pressures, is

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Immigration Crackdowns Disrupt IT Talent Management
Talent-Management
Immigration Crackdowns Disrupt IT Talent Management

What happens when the engine of America’s tech dominance—its access to global IT talent—grinds to a halt under the weight of stringent immigration policies? Picture a Silicon Valley startup, on the brink of a groundbreaking AI launch, suddenly unable to hire the data scientist who holds the key to its success because of a visa denial. This scenario is no

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Microsoft Offers Free Windows 10 Security Update Extension
Cyber Security
Microsoft Offers Free Windows 10 Security Update Extension

Imagine a world where nearly 700 million devices suddenly lose critical security support, leaving users vulnerable to cyber threats, and this is the reality facing Windows 10 users as support deadlines loom, prompting Microsoft to step in with a free security update extension. This roundup explores diverse perspectives on this pivotal move, gathering opinions, tips, and reviews from various industry

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AI-Driven Cyber Threats – Review
Cyber Security
AI-Driven Cyber Threats – Review

Navigating the New Cyber Battlefield Imagine a digital landscape where malicious actors can craft phishing emails so convincing that even seasoned professionals fall prey, or where fraud schemes are executed with such precision that they bypass traditional defenses—all powered by artificial intelligence. This is not a distant scenario but a pressing reality in 2025, as AI transforms the cybersecurity domain

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FBI and CISA Warn of Scattered Spider’s Evolving Cyber Tactics
Cyber Security
FBI and CISA Warn of Scattered Spider’s Evolving Cyber Tactics

What happens when a routine call to an IT help desk becomes the entry point for a devastating cyberattack that ripples across industries? In 2025, a shadowy group known as Scattered Spider, also tracked as UNC3944, has emerged as a formidable threat, outsmarting defenses with tactics that exploit both technology and human trust. The FBI and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure

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NOVABLIGHT: Malware Disguised as Educational Tool Exposed
Cyber Security
NOVABLIGHT: Malware Disguised as Educational Tool Exposed

In an era where digital tools promise to enhance learning and productivity, a sinister threat has emerged from the shadows of the internet, masquerading as a benign educational resource. This deceptive software, uncovered by cybersecurity experts, reveals a chilling reality: not all tools marketed for self-improvement are what they seem, and instead, they can serve as gateways for cybercriminals to

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From Firefighting to Forward-Thinking: DevOps Lessons Learned
DevOps
From Firefighting to Forward-Thinking: DevOps Lessons Learned

I’m thrilled to sit down with Dominic Jainy, a seasoned IT professional whose expertise spans artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and notably, DevOps and Cloud Engineering. With nearly a decade of hands-on experience in transforming tech landscapes across startups to large enterprises, Dominic has navigated the evolving world of DevOps from its early days to the sophisticated practices we see

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Chanel and Pandora Hit in Salesforce Cyberattack Campaign
Cyber Security
Chanel and Pandora Hit in Salesforce Cyberattack Campaign

Introduction Imagine logging into your favorite luxury brand’s website only to discover that your personal information—name, email, and even home address—has been stolen by cybercriminals. This alarming scenario became reality for customers of Chanel and Pandora, two globally recognized brands, as they fell victim to a sophisticated cyberattack campaign targeting Salesforce accounts. Such incidents highlight the escalating risks faced by

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