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Executive Order in Minnesota will Share Addresses of those with COVID-19

October 1, 2020

October 2nd, 2020 Welcome back readers to another installment of the cyber attack of the week series here at CPG. As we welcome the fall weather, spooky season is now among us. Many are currently planning fall activities like Halloween parties and trick or treating here in the US. Further, with Halloween right around the corner, what will the scariest costume be this year? A ghost? Jason from Friday the 13th? Carole Baskin from Tiger King? No, not quite… Government officials of all ranks may just take the cake. In the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many disagree with choices of those elected to govern. To elaborate, in one… Read More

Securing your Netflix Account During Quarantine

May 11, 2020

Streaming accounts like Netflix are under attack, especially during quarantine. But, the crazy part is that the unauthorized user on your account may be someone you actually know… Netflix and Secure your Account? As we enter another week of quarantine, we are also searching for the next show to binge on a streaming service like Netflix. This platform released various Netflix original movies and shows that millions of people are currently viewing. Some of the most popular include: Tiger King (Carole Baskin definitely killed her husband) Outer Banks (Shipwrecked treasure, 400 million, John B.) Love is Blind (Did you know Jessica is 10 years older than Mark?)… Read More

What to do During Quarantine to Feel Productive

May 4, 2020

Welcome to another week of quarantine folks! Let’s all keep hanging in there, it will be over before we know it (at least that’s what I keep telling myself each week…) Work + Home + ??? If you are like the many people in the US and all over the world working from home currently, then you may be starting to slide into a funk. A funk you may ask? Well, to further describe that situation, this could mean tiredness, lack of motivation or overall productive activities. Now, is it completely normal to feel those things right now? Absolutely. Mainly because those in the workforce are working under… Read More

Zoom Security Issues

April 13, 2020

What once seemed like a great vessel for video conferencing, is now a huge security threat to online schooling, virtual business meetings and everyday conversations alike. COVID-19 Communication Issues Ever since the breakout and now world wide infection of COVID-19, universities, businesses and cities are all shutting down. In hopes to contain the spread of the virus, governments across the world are implementing stay home and no travel orders. This situation has led to issues with communications in regards to meetings, teaching students and all around in person communication. So, in an effort to continue face to face conversation, many businesses and schools turned to online video… Read More

Cyber Attack of the Week 07 – Scammers Target Loyal Costco Customers

April 10, 2020

It appears that scammers are at it again. And this time, they have decided to wrap our poor, sweet, Costco into the mix… Dealin’ and Scammin’ at Costco Welcome back everyone for a new article in CPG’s cyber attack of the week series. Today, we are taking a look at a scam that targets Costco customers. To begin, Costco is a type of wholesale operation where members of the store have the opportunity to buy items in bulk, at a lower cost (most of the time). Costco is similar to Sam’s Club, as well as other wholesale retailers. Now, many people sign up for a Costco membership… Read More

UK Prime Minister Leaks Meeting ID on Zoom

April 6, 2020

Have you ever wondered what major government officials discuss behind closed doors? Well, now is your chance to find out! Picture This Imagine holding one of the highest government positions in the UK as prime minister. Just imagine all the duties and responsibilities that entails. Now, when in a position of power, security of information is of the utmost importance, right? This includes things like communications, files and so much more. Now, think about this: what if someone was able to just randomly listen in on the conversations you have with other members of the government. Even further, what if a random person listened in on a mitigation… Read More

Cyber Attack of the Week 05 – Hacking Group Plans to Cut Down on Attacks

March 27, 2020March 27, 2020

It appears that malicious hackers may in fact contain some amount of empathy for the world right now. Of course, in their own way and under their own circumstances. Today for our cyber attack of the week article, we are breaking down something a little different. To begin, a hacking group named The Maze Team, decided to stop any of their malware attacks against healthcare facilities during the COVID-19 outbreak. Who is The Maze Team? Just to give you a little background, Maze is responsible for many ransomware based attacks against healthcare facilities. Not only that, but this group attacks a large assortment of businesses and… Read More

Cyber Attack of the Week 04 – Healthcare Agencies Targeted during COVID-19 Outbreak

March 20, 2020

What happens when a healthcare agency is “infected”? Happy Friday, everyone! Sometimes, I think about the irony of that greeting when I’m getting ready to introduce and review a cyber attack. But nonetheless, this week we have two attacks on our hands. CHUPD Amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, cyber criminals are not taking a day off; not even for a pandemic. Further, the victims this week happen to be two forms of health care agencies. The first is The Champaign Urbana Public Health District, based in Illinois. Their website, which provides much information and resources on COVID-19, became the target of a ransomware attack. Here’s the Breakdown: Who:… Read More

Coronavirus Turned Computer Malware

February 24, 2020

The coronavirus swept the world with panic after the initial discovery and wide spread infection across China. Now, the disease seems to be evolving to the technological world in the form of malware. Now, as if a widespread disease affecting many people and countries isn’t enough, the coronavirus takes to the internet. Well, not the actual virus. Cyber criminals created a way to take advantage of those trying to research the deadly coronavirus and infect their device with malware. How can humans and computers have the same “illness” To begin, at the beginning of 2020 Chinese officials announced the identification of a new virus. After the… Read More