CrowdStrike Outage Causes Global Disruptions

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Microsoft / CrowdStrike Outage Causes Global Disruptions: Airports, Banks, and More Affected

So, what’s going on with CrowdStrike? From what I've gathered, CrowdStrike rolled out an update that conflicted with Windows, causing many systems to crash with the dreaded Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). George Kurtz,...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Rising Threat of Ransomware and What It Means for Businesses

If you thought ransomware was on the decline, think again. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of cyberattacks affecting diverse sectors, from hospitals to libraries. The persistence and sophistication of these attacks...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Rising Tide of Cyber Attacks on US Cities – Cleveland’s Latest Ordeal

Another major US city has fallen victim to a crippling cyber attack. Following the recent breach in Wichita, Kansas, Cleveland, Ohio, is now grappling with a similar crisis. This latest incident highlights a troubling...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

CDK Global Cyberattack: What This Means for the Automotive Industry

In a significant development affecting the automotive industry, CDK Global, a leading provider of integrated technology solutions for automotive retail, has been hit by a massive cyber attack. This breach has led to widespread...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Federal Reserve Hack Update: LockBit delivers – did they actually hack The Fed?

In recent cybersecurity news, the notorious LockBit 3.0 ransomware group has made headlines by claiming to have breached the Federal Reserve. Over the last 24 hours, LockBit released files purportedly containing sensitive data from...

Safeguard Your Business Against Cyberattacks

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By B H
June 23, 2025

How to Safeguard Your Business Against Cyberattacks – Insights from a Cybersecurity Expert

In the fast-paced world of today’s digital age, cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated, putting businesses of all sizes at risk. To stay ahead, organizations must rethink their approach to cybersecurity, prioritizing proactive strategies...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

How Hackers Steal Data in Under 5 Hours — What Your Business Must Know

In today’s digital landscape, cybercriminals are no longer relying solely on traditional ransomware tactics. Instead, they’re moving with unprecedented speed and sophistication, targeting sensitive data with alarming efficiency. At Xact IT Solutions, we believe...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Recent Hack of Leidos Holdings: A Wake-Up Call for Cybersecurity

Recently, Leidos Holdings, a major IT service provider to the Pentagon and other prominent US government agencies, faced a significant hack. This event has raised alarms and highlighted critical vulnerabilities within our cybersecurity infrastructure....

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By B H
June 23, 2025

Ascension Healthcare Ransomware Attack: A Look at Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities

Ascension, one of the largest healthcare systems in the United States, has been thrown into chaos by a ransomware attack. This cyberattack, discovered on May 8th, 2024, crippled critical computer systems across Ascension's vast...

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By B H
June 23, 2025

The Impact of SEC Cybersecurity Rules on Businesses: Lessons from the Clorox Hack

In this blog, we're diving into the world of cybersecurity regulations and their profound effects on businesses in the United States. While we've previously covered this topic in a video back in July 2023,...