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EMPIST’s nearly quarter-century experience allows us to empower businesses with the technology they need to fuel their business growth. Managed IT, Cybersecurity, Cloud Solutions Professional IT Services.
Train your SOC like a triathlete! 🏊‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Strong inputs = strong performance. Focus on readiness, consistency, and confidence to outpace cyber threats. #CyberSecurity #SOC #TriathlonStrategy #AI #DataDrivenDefense snip.ly/boyfm3
December 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Cloudflare's global outage today was caused by an emergency patch for the critical #React2Shell vulnerability (CVE-2025-55182). This flaw allows remote code execution in React ap #CyberSecurity #Cloudflare #ReactJS snip.ly/m9u8ur
December 5, 2025 at 2:47 PM
Microsoft Defender portal faced a 10-hour outage, blocking access to threat-hunting alerts due to high CPU usage. Microsoft is working on fixes, but some users still report issues. Stay vigilant! #CyberSecurity #MicrosoftDefender #Outage #ThreatHunting snip.ly/7vmj3f
December 2, 2025 at 4:28 PM
🚨 Cybercriminals stole $262M in 2025 by impersonating bank support teams! Protect yourself: enable MFA, use strong passwords, and avoid clicking suspicious links. Stay vigilant! 🛡️ #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #FBIAlert #PhishingScams snip.ly/62lx9w
November 25, 2025 at 6:02 PM
🚨 Critical alert for WordPress users! The W3 Total Cache plugin (1M+ installs) is vulnerable to PHP command injection (CVE-2025-9501). Update to v2.8.13 ASAP to secure your site! 🛡️ Don't wait! #WordPress #CyberSecurity #W3TotalCache #UpdateNow snip.ly/1r381e
November 19, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Recent data breaches show that passwords are a weak link. Google is now urging Gmail users to adopt passkeys after a Salesforce incident increased phishing risks. Passkeys offer superior, unphishable protection for your account. #Cybersecurity #Passkeys snip.ly/qsiefb
November 17, 2025 at 4:52 PM
🚨 Data breach alert! Nearly 10K Washington Post employees & contractors impacted by Oracle E-Business Suite vulnerability. Sensitive info like SSNs & bank details exposed. 🛡️ #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #WashingtonPost #InfoSec snip.ly/gso80e
November 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
🚨 Starting October 2026, Google Chrome will warn users before accessing insecure HTTP sites by default! 🌐 Stay safe online with HTTPS, protecting against data snooping & attacks. Developers, start migrating now! 🔒 #CyberSecurity #GoogleChrome #HTTPS snip.ly/bze21v
October 28, 2025 at 5:53 PM
🚨 Beware of scammers impersonating the FBI! Fake IC3 websites are tricking victims into sharing personal info. Always type www.ic3.gov directly into your browser to report cybercrime. Stay vigilant! 🛡️ #CyberSecurity #OnlineSafety #ScamAlert snip.ly/x51gzs
September 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
A ransomware attack on Collins Aerospace disrupted major European airports, forcing manual check-ins & delays for 600+ flights at Heathrow. A stark reminder of risks in supply chain cybersecurity. #CyberSecurity #Ransomware #AviationandSupplyChainSecurity snip.ly/fjnlwi
September 22, 2025 at 5:48 PM
🚨 Google patches its 6th Chrome zero-day of 2025! This high-severity flaw in the V8 JavaScript engine is actively exploited. Update Chrome now to stay secure: Menu > Help > About Google Chrome > Relaunch. #CyberSecurity #ChromeUpdate #ZeroDay #StaySafe snip.ly/xpdtnp
September 18, 2025 at 6:36 PM
🚨 New AI supply chain attack alert! Researchers reveal "Model Namespace Reuse" targeting Google & Microsoft platforms via malicious AI models. A wake-up call for securing the AI ecosystem! 🛡️ #CyberSecurity #AI #SupplyChain #TechNews #Hacking snip.ly/9x1ell
September 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
🚨 Jaguar Land Rover hit by a cyberattack, disrupting production & retail operations. Systems shut down to mitigate impact, but no evidence of customer data breach. Recovery underway.🛡️ #CyberSecurity #JLR #CyberAttack #DataProtection snip.ly/k15ttm
September 2, 2025 at 2:49 PM
🚨 The Salty 2FA phishing framework is bypassing multiple authentication methods with advanced evasion techniques. This sophisticated threat targets even the most secure 2FA systems. Update your security protocols now. #CyberSecurity #2FA #PhishingAlert snip.ly/rtnscf
August 25, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Windows 11 23H2 (Home & Pro) reaches end of support in November. After that, no security updates. To stay protected: upgrade to 24H2 or move to an LTSC/managed plan if applicable. Don’t wait—plan your path now. #WindowsUpdates #technology snip.ly/jugf2r
August 12, 2025 at 3:11 PM
Hackers accessed Air France-KLM customer data via a third-party platform. Exposed info: names, contact details, loyalty numbers. No passwords or payment data leaked. Customers warned of phishing risks. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach #AirFranceKLM snip.ly/ndfj4g
August 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Microsoft will disable transcription, dictation, & read-aloud features in outdated Office 365 apps by Jan 2026. Update to version 16.0.18827.20202+ to keep access. Govt cloud users have until Mar 2026. #Microsoft365 #Office365 #TechUpdate snip.ly/8ejf74
August 4, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Microsoft will end support for Windows 11 22H2 Enterprise, Education, and IoT Enterprise editions on Oct 14, 2025. Automatic updates to newer versions will ensure security. Plan your upgrade! #Windows11 #TechNews #Microsoft snip.ly/p67oky
July 28, 2025 at 4:15 PM
🚨 Microsoft issues emergency patch for SharePoint's "ToolShell" flaw. Exploited in attacks on US agencies & global orgs. Update now to prevent unauthenticated RCE. Applies to on-prem servers, not SharePoint Online. #CyberSecurity #Microsoft #ZeroDay snip.ly/2zpyyu
July 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
McDonald's AI hiring platform exposed data of 64M applicants due to weak default credentials ("123456") and poor security hygiene. Lessons: Change default passwords, enforce MFA, and secure AI systems. #CyberSecurity #AI #DataBreach snip.ly/iam0io
July 16, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Criminal networks exploit insider vulnerabilities by grooming employees, using coercion, and leveraging social engineering. Proactive monitoring, zero-trust principles, and fostering a culture of integrity are key to defense. #CyberSecurity #InsiderThreats #DataProtection snip.ly/qwdf1y
July 15, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Generative AI tops 2025 IT budgets! 🚀 45% of firms prioritize it over security. CAIOs are leading integration, with 60% already in place. Upskilling & hybrid AI strategies are key to success. 🌐 #GenerativeAI #TechLeadership #AIInnovation snip.ly/wi9s07
July 8, 2025 at 4:46 PM
🚨 Google patches 4th Chrome zero-day of 2025! CVE-2025-6554, a type confusion flaw in V8 engine, allowed attackers to exploit users via crafted web pages. Update Chrome now to stay secure! Affects versions before 138.0.7204.96. #CyberSecurity #ZeroDay #GoogleChrome snip.ly/1w0m2b
July 1, 2025 at 4:08 PM
🚨Aflac hit by a cyberattack amidst a wave of insurance breaches! Sensitive data, including personal & health info, may be exposed. Linked to Scattered Spider, known for phishing & MFA attacks. Aflac assures no ransomware impact. #CyberSecurity #DataBreach snip.ly/jj5atq
June 20, 2025 at 3:04 PM
🚨 Beware of Instagram ads mimicking BMO & EQ Bank! Scammers use AI deepfakes & fake branding to steal personal info. Always verify links & offers. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is! Stay safe. #CyberSecurity #PhishingScam #OnlineSafety snip.ly/ucha4k
June 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM