What do we mean when we say ‘Trojan Horse’?
Taking its name from the Ancient Greek story about the deceptive wooden horse gifted to the city of Troy as a way of sneaking soldiers past the guards, in the world of computing the term refers to a...
View ArticleRansomware hits the headlines as Belgian airplane manufacturer ASCO comes...
Ransomware has been hitting the headlines in recent weeks. With the news of Belgium-based aircraft parts and aviation equipment maker, Asco, being the victim of a “large scale ransomware attack”...
View ArticleDo viruses target all internet connected devices?
Smart lighting in your home, wi-fi connected fridges, a smartphone app to control your central heating… Gone are the days when internet connectivity was reserved just for computers and laptops. As...
View ArticleWhat type of damage can a computer virus do ?
Computer viruses are varied in nature. They have been around for many years and have been created for lots of different purposes, all of them malicious. Depending on the specific malware your computer...
View ArticleOpening a branch in Romania – MailCleaner S.R.L.
Fastnet announces the opening of a new branch office in Romania – MailCleaner S.R.L The Swiss company Fastnet SA, publisher of MailCleaner software, opens a branch in Bucharest. This new facility will...
View ArticleIdentifying an infected link or attachment
Hackers and cybercriminals want to infect your computer system with their tailor-made malware. By tricking you into opening a malicious link or downloading an infected file, they can gain access to...
View ArticleThe potential dangers of instant messenger and email
In many different environments, instant messenger (IM) is going from strength to strength. Versatile and suitable for both social purposes and work, the power of IM is a real-time replacement for...
View ArticleMailCleaner visits GITEX 2019
We visited GITEX Dubai 2019, the largest technology show in the Middle East, Africa & South Asia from 6th Oct to 10th Oct. GITEX is the platform for biggest technology discoveries, industry...
View ArticleWhen scammers hijack a brand’s identity !
Netflix users have been reporting that they’ve been receiving emails claiming that their accounts have been cancelled – or, more specifically ‘canceled’. However, In the world of phishing scams and...
View ArticleFour Ways to Stay Safe Online
The majority of us conduct most of our lives online nowadays; from business to banking, social media, watching films or playing games. While many internet sites have safety measures in place to protect...
View ArticleFour Common Email Scams to Look Out For
Almost everyone has received spam email from time to time, and while most are harmless, there are some more serious scams which you should be aware of. Many scammers send emails under the guise of a...
View ArticleTips for Training Your Employees About Internet Security
As a business manager, you have a responsibility to keep your employees and your customers safe, and a huge part of this is making sure you protect their personal and financial information from data...
View ArticleThe Rise in Courier Email Scams
It’s an unfortunate truth that email scammers and internet hackers are becoming smarter continually, which makes it difficult for people to stay on the ball and protect themselves. We often see trends...
View ArticleProtecting Your Data Security While Your Employees Work Remotely
For lots of businesses, allowing employees to work remotely isn’t a new concept. Lots of businesses now operate online, and it has become easier than ever for employees to take care of their workload...
View ArticleEmail Spoofing: What Is It and How Can You Protect Yourself?
Email is a huge part of day-to-day life. Many of us use email to communicate for personal and professional reasons, whether it’s securing an important business deal or contacting a family member who...
View ArticleFour Things That Students Should Know About Internet Safety
Despite the internet being one of the most useful resources we have, not everyone who uses it has good intentions. As the internet continues to develop hackers and viruses become more sophisticated...
View ArticleReason to Invest in Anti-spam Software
If you want to protect your computer from harmful viruses and attacks, as well as using the internet safely you should also invest in anti-spam software. These programmes are specially designed to...
View ArticleWhat Information Can Spammers Access Through Your Email?
Most people don’t realise how much information they unknowingly give out just by being on the internet. Email accounts are one area that is often vulnerable to hackers since there is a lot of private...
View ArticleAre Spam Emails Dangerous?
We’ve all received spam emails at one point or another. They’re frustrating, time-consuming and sometimes downright ridiculous. However, spam emails can also be dangerous – especially for businesses....
View ArticleEmail Etiquette Tips That All Employees Should Follow
We send emails at a staggering rate, but surprisingly, many people still don’t fully understand email etiquette. Email etiquette is extremely important to follow, as a professional and well-written...
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