Spyware is a form of malware that can quickly become a big problem. For today’s tip, we’ll go over exactly what spyware is, and how you can keep your business safe from it. Spyware is… Any program that, without the user’s knowledge or permission, collects data from the rest of the system. Usually, it is […]
Midnight Blue Technology Services Ranked Among Top 501 Managed Service Providers by MSPmentor
Filed under: News | Posted on June 19, 2017
Filed under: News | Posted on June 19, 2017
Pittsburgh, PA (June 19, 2017) – Midnight Blue Technology Services ranks among the world’s most progressive 501 Managed Service Providers (MSPs), according to MSPmentor’s 10th-annual MSP 501 Worldwide Company Rankings. The top MSP 501 companies ranked this year include organizations from around the world and from diverse technology and business backgrounds. Collectively, they amassed $14.48 […]
With Great Power Comes a Greater Security Risk, Study Finds
Every user on your network adds an additional level of risk, whether it be risk of user error, making a mistake that causes a data breach, or worse. One would assume that a company’s biggest risk would come from an untrained employee that disregards security policies, but surprisingly, that’s not always the case. Research has […]
Alert: Homeland Security Finds U.S. Power Grid Vulnerable to CrashOverride Malware
Filed under: Technology | Posted on June 13, 2017
Filed under: Technology | Posted on June 13, 2017
On June 12th, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued a warning to power grid operators and electric utilities concerning a newly surfaced malware called CrashOverride (aka Industroyer). Only, it’s not entirely new. The world has seen this before and the fallout from it is concerning. The warning comes from the Computer Emergency Readiness Team’s […]
You Can Save Money By Hosting Data in the Cloud (Depending How You Do It)
Cloud computing is taking the business world by storm. Despite this, not every organization has made the switch. While every company that hasn’t yet migrated to the cloud has their reasons, one big reason often tops the list: the perceived lack of cost savings. Thanks to a new study, this perception is now proven to […]
Tip of the Week: Improve Operational Efficiency Simply By Adding More Monitors
How many monitors do you use? How many do your employees use? If they only have one monitor to be productive with, it could be hampering their ability to work efficiently. By incorporating a second monitor you can provide the construct to overhaul your employee’s productivity and efficiency. How Multiple Monitors Help It’s clear that […]
Sadly, the WannaCry Ransomware Disaster Could Have Been Easily Prevented
On May 11, 2017, the WannaCry ransomware spread around the globe like wildfire and disabled computing infrastructures belonging to organizations of all shapes and sizes. As the world watched the news unfold, it seemed as if practically no business was immune to this ultra-powerful ransomware. Yet, many quick-thinking organizations were. All because they had the […]
Because Busy Business Owners Shouldn’t Have to Worry About Technology
Filed under: Business | Posted on June 2, 2017
Filed under: Business | Posted on June 2, 2017
A business without its own IT department will expend vast amounts of time and resources to manage its technology. Tasks like managing email solutions, upgrading or managing desktop infrastructure, or securing the network from threats, can be draining. If you don’t have time to perform these tasks, then it’s worth it to invest in an […]
2-in-1 Mobile Devices Give Businesses the Best of Both Worlds
As computing and business have become more intertwined, it has become more important for software solutions and other business-essential tools to be ready at a moment’s notice. This tendency has contributed to the rise of mobile solutions, although there is still a need for the power a desktop provides. That’s why we are big fans […]
The Fallout From Data Loss Isn’t Pretty
Filed under: Business | Posted on May 26, 2017
Filed under: Business | Posted on May 26, 2017
Data loss: it’s not a fun term for any business to hear. However, when one considers all of the ramifications that data loss can have upon a business, it swiftly transitions from “not fun” to “alarming.” Have you taken the time to think about what losing your business’ data would really mean for your company? […]
Lowlife Ransomware Hackers Now Asking for More Than $1k Per Attack
Filed under: News | Posted on May 22, 2017
Filed under: News | Posted on May 22, 2017
Ransomware remains a very real threat, and is arguably only getting worse. Attacks are now able to come more frequently, and there are opportunities for even relative amateurs to level an attack against some unfortunate victim. However, this is not to say that there is nothing you can do to keep your business from becoming […]
Tip of the Week: 11 Security Best Practices Every User Should Know
You might spend a significant amount of time thinking about your business’s security practices, but the same can’t be said for your organization’s employees. Unless you give them a reason to care about security, they likely won’t. The resulting apathy could eventually become serious problems that could hinder operations in the long run, or worse, […]
ALERT: Massive Ransomware Attack is the Biggest Ever
Filed under: Security | Posted on May 15, 2017
Filed under: Security | Posted on May 15, 2017
Run your Windows Updates and be very skeptical about opening unsolicited emails. Failure to do so may result in a very dangerous strain of ransomware that could infect your entire network and spread to your clients, partners, and prospects. Microsoft has even released patches for some older, unsupported versions of Windows to combat the threat […]
Important Notice to BlueCentral Clients: WannaCry Ransomware Outbreak
This past Friday, a major ransomware outbreak occurred affecting hundreds of thousands of users in over 150 countries, including healthcare facilities, major utilities, and large companies like FedEx. Also, this Friday and over the weekend, the Team at Midnight Blue made sure that every computer that is covered under our BlueCentral managed service was pushed […]
If You’re Ever Hit With Sudden Power Loss, this Device Will Save the Day
Imagine working diligently, then being abruptly cut off due to an unpredictable power surge. It would drive anyone to anger, especially if you had just gotten a significant amount of work done. Unfortunately, power surges happen and outages are inevitable, but the least you can do is prepare for them, and minimize downtime and data […]
Solid State Drives: Worth the Extra Expense
Data storage is a major part of running a business, but when it comes to doing so, you have several options. The usual suspect, the hard drive, is what’s most commonly found in both consumer and business environments for a number of reasons. The solid state drive in particular presents unique opportunities for your business […]
Tip of the Week: The Windows Start Menu is the Powerful Search Tool You Didn’t Know About
Filed under: Tech Tips | Posted on May 10, 2017
Filed under: Tech Tips | Posted on May 10, 2017
Sometimes it can be a chore to find certain programs or files on your computer when they aren’t immediately available on the desktop. You might have to dig through countless folders just to get started on an important task. Thankfully, there’s a well-known way of getting around this frustration: Windows’ integrated search application. To get […]
3 Ways Managed IT Safeguards Your Company’s Digital Assets
It’s inevitable that your organization will face some hard decisions, but no choice is as painful as pulling the plug on the one thing that you’ve dumped your heart and soul into; your business. There is a plethora of problems that could cause a business to consider shutting its doors, but often there is a […]
World Password Day 2017
Filed under: Uncategorized | Posted on May 4, 2017
Filed under: Uncategorized | Posted on May 4, 2017
A good password is nothing without extra protection. This Password Day, give your passwords the gift of strong authentication. Time to #LayerUp! Think a strong password is enough to keep your accounts safe? Think again. In 2016 alone, more than 3.1 billion user records, including passwords, were leaked online, millions of which ended up for […]
Midnight Blue Alert to Valued Clients: Be Aware of a Possible Virus Outbreak
Beware of This Dangerously Convincing Google Docs Email! We have become aware of a new form of malware spreading through legitimate email accounts. Once you click this link the virus hijacks your email account and sends a similar email to everyone in your address book. If you see an email with a link to Google […]