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Drift Protocol lost $285 million in a sophisticated exploit involving durable nonces and social engineering, with evidence pointing to North Korean hackers.

Washington DC organizations operate in one of the most complex technology environments in the country. Nonprofits, trade associations, healthcare providers, and government-adjacent businesses carry significant responsibility for data stewardship, compliance, and mission continuity. Reliable, proactive managed IT services are not a luxury in this environment. They are a foundation. Key Takeaways Washington DC organizations face a distinct combination of compliance requirements

Anthropic confirms Claude Code source code leak via npm packaging error, exposing internal secrets but assuring no customer data was compromised. Details on leaked features and security risks.

Learn about the dangerous fake Google Meet update scam that allows hackers to control Windows PCs by exploiting legitimate device enrollment features. Discover how to protect yourself.

The way people work has changed permanently. Employees access corporate systems from laptops at home, tablets in the field, and personal smartphones between meetings. Every one of those devices represents a potential gap in your organization's security posture. Managing that reality without the right tools creates real operational and compliance risk. Microsoft Intune is one of the most effective platforms available for addressing this challenge. BetterWorld Technology partne

A supply chain attack on the Axios npm package delivered a cross-platform RAT via malicious versions, compromising developer systems. Learn about the attack, malware capabilities, and recommended actions.

A critical vulnerability in Google Cloud's Vertex AI platform has been discovered, allowing AI agents to be weaponized for data exfiltration and system compromise. Learn about the risks and mitigation strategies.

Technology decisions shape the direction of your business long before their full impact becomes visible. For Chicago organizations navigating growth, complexity, or competitive pressure, the difference between reactive IT management and strategic technology guidance is significant. BetterWorld Technology's IT consulting services help business leaders make confident, informed decisions that align technology investments with organizational goals. Whether your team is evaluatin

Cyber threats don’t slow down, and neither does the cybersecurity news cycle. Over the past week, multiple high-impact incidents, critical vulnerabilities, and emerging security trends surfaced that organizations can’t afford to ignore. Below is a concise roundup of the most important stories, highlighting what happened, why it matters, and what security teams should take away. Malicious Chrome Extensions Caught Stealing Sensitive Business Data and Browsing History A powerful

The FBI warns of a growing phishing scam where criminals impersonate city officials to solicit fake permit fees. Learn how to identify and avoid these fraudulent emails.

Apple is sending urgent lock screen alerts to iPhones and iPads running outdated software, warning of active web-based attacks exploiting vulnerabilities like Coruna and DarkSword. Learn what actions to take.

DarkSword iPhone hacking tool's public leak puts millions of users at risk. Learn how the exploit works, who's most vulnerable, and what steps you must take now to protect your iPhone or iPad.

A new phishing campaign is targeting TikTok for Business accounts, using advanced AitM techniques and bypassing Cloudflare Turnstile to steal credentials and hijack accounts.

Milwaukee businesses operate in one of the Midwest's most dynamic and diverse economies. Manufacturing plants, healthcare systems, financial institutions, and a growing technology sector all depend on reliable, secure infrastructure to keep operations running. When that infrastructure fails, or when IT strategy fails to keep pace with business growth, the cost shows up fast. Managed IT services give Milwaukee organizations access to the expertise they need without the overhe

Discover how a new WebRTC skimmer is bypassing e-commerce security, including CSP, to steal payment data by exploiting the PolyShell vulnerability in Magento and Adobe Commerce.

Discover the critical ShadowPrompt vulnerability in Anthropic's Claude Chrome Extension that allowed zero-click prompt injection and potential data theft. Learn about the exploit and its resolution.

Healthcare organizations carry one of the most demanding IT burdens of any industry. Patient records, clinical systems, billing platforms, and communication tools must stay secure, available, and fully compliant with federal regulations every single hour of every day. For many organizations, that level of operational discipline requires more than an internal team can sustain alone. Managed IT services give healthcare leaders a reliable path to maintaining HIPAA compliance,

Cybercriminals are exploiting tax season with malvertising campaigns that use Google Ads to distribute ScreenConnect malware and disable EDR security using a Huawei driver.

The FCC has banned new foreign-made consumer routers due to supply chain and cybersecurity risks, impacting national security and critical infrastructure.

Chicago businesses have built something real. A client base earned over years. Operational systems refined through hard work. Reputation that competitors can't replicate. The goal of cybersecurity is to protect all of that. Not to create fear, but to make sure the infrastructure your organization depends on is resilient enough to keep working no matter what comes at it. BetterWorld Technology partners with Chicago-area businesses to build layered security programs that fit ho

Microsoft has warned that a widespread IRS phishing campaign has targeted 29,000 users in the U.S. with remote access malware. Find out how attackers are exploiting tax season and the best practices to stay protected.

Russian hacker Aleksei Olegovich Volkov sentenced to 6.75 years in U.S. prison for role in $9 million ransomware scheme, acting as an initial access broker.

Cyber threats don’t slow down, and neither does the cybersecurity news cycle. Over the past week, multiple high-impact incidents, critical vulnerabilities, and emerging security trends surfaced that organizations can’t afford to ignore. Below is a concise roundup of the most important stories, highlighting what happened, why it matters, and what security teams should take away. Android's New 24-Hour Sideloading Delay: A Security Boost or User Hurdle? Google is adding a mandat

The FBI warns of a significant surge in ATM jackpotting attacks across the US, with millions lost. Learn how these attacks work, why ATMs are vulnerable, and how to protect yourself.