Answering SSN protection questions
With news outlets covering stories of data breaches that include SSNs, I have heard from a few people asking about protecting your social security number. Below is guidance from the Social Security Administration. The first thing they mention is creating a MySocialSecurity account. This will prevent others from creating an account with your number. The […]
Reminder to update home network devices
I have read a lot of hacker news lately and the most recent AMD processor flaw reminded me that it’s time to check for updates on all of your network-connected devices at home. This should include everything on the network such as computers BIOS, TVs, cameras, doorbells, wireless access points, printers, routers, game consoles, etc. […]
Malvertising security news
New campaigns are being seen where attackers are using Facebook ads to infect Windows PCs with password-stealing malware. Most of the current ones are for games, or Windows themes trying to get people to click their ads. For example, a campaign called ‘blue-softs’ had 8100 different ads, and ‘xtaskbar-themes’ had 4300 and appeared to come […]
Security Warning – Facebook
A new set of campaigns has been seen using weaponized Facebook posts related to AI tools and photo editors. Be aware that this could be any ad on social media, but this campaign targets photo editing and manipulations with AI apps with fake downloads. “a new report from Trend Micro has found that bad actors are utilizing […]
Case Study: HD Nursing Partners with Mainstream Technologies
Introduction HD Nursing, www.hdnursing.com, an evidence-based patient safety solutions company, faced significant technology challenges due to its rapid growth, geographically distributed staff, and non-technical background. HD Nursing needed a technology provider that could help them meet these challenges. HD Nursing HD Nursing is a patient safety solutions company founded by Dr. Amy Hester and Dees […]
Malvertising Security News
A malvertising campaign called ‘blue-softs’ had 8100 different ads, and ‘xtaskbar-themes’ had 4300 ads. These ads appear to be legitimate but in both cases they were examples of malvertising. Once the software is downloaded and run, they deliver a malware payload. Hackers can buy ad space just as easily as legitimate businesses. The best way […]
Mainstream Technologies leads the way in CJIS software development
Mainstream Technologies, an Arkansas-based software development firm stands out in the CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Systems) sector for several reasons: In summary, Mainstream Technologies combines CJIS expertise, customization, and robust security practices to deliver effective software solutions for the criminal justice sector. About Mainstream Technologies Since 1996, Mainstream Technologies has evolved into one of the […]
What is a Resilient Cybersecurity Framework?
A resilient cybersecurity framework is essential for organizations to prepare for, manage, and recover from cyber threats. Unlike traditional cybersecurity approaches that focus solely on preventing breaches, a resilience framework acknowledges that attacks are sometimes inevitable1. Let’s delve into the key aspects of such a framework: Anticipating Threats:Organizations must proactively identify potential risks and vulnerabilities. […]
Mainstream Technologies Awarded Statewide Contract by State of Arizona Procurement Office
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Mainstream Technologies, an Arkansas-based technology services company offering custom software development, announced that the State Procurement Office within the Arizona Department of Administration has named Mainstream as one of only 13 companies nationwide to participate in its Digital Government and Enterprise Application Services Contract. As an awarded vendor, Mainstream will be […]
Your Organization Should Have These IT Policies (part 2)
(April 16, 2024) In a previous post, we discussed the steps involved in developing IT policies. It can be a complicated process requiring input from stakeholders throughout the organization. There are no shortcuts — IT policies should be carefully crafted and customized to the organization’s needs, processes, and threats. That said, every organization should have […]
