Keep Calm and Check Your Public Wi-Fi Connection
When it comes to public Wi-Fi, it is “better to be safe than sorry.” Read our guide and secure your Wi-Fi connection when you travel.
Let’s Not Get Smished
Email isn't the only way hackers try to get your information. They can also use text messages to entice victims to click on links in scams known as “smishing.”
The Data Breach Perception Problem in 2022
The 2022 update to our research that compares how data breaches happened, what academia published, what the news covered, and what people Googled. So what’s new, what was our methodology, and what was surprising? Read on!
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Cyber Scams on the Rise
Holiday shopping season is upon us, but it may not be so jolly if you take risks when shopping online. Read our guide for how to stay safe when shopping for gifts this year!
September Snafus: Hackers Take Advantage of Unwitting Employees
Several large companies were hacked in the first half of September. The common theme? All of the attacks were carried out with relatively simple phishing and social engineering techniques.
Crypto Cons Continue
Crypto cons are heating up! Your insecure #web3 project could cost you if you don't secure it properly.
I am once again asking you to update your Apple devices
Apple has released critical fixes for critical problems on its devices - so spend ten minutes and update them now!
The Art of (Cyber) War
In the modern age, nation states are expanding the battlefield with targeted cyber attacks on their adversaries. Are you at risk? And why?
RFID: Is it Secret? Is it Safe?
RFID technology is used in a plethora of modern applications. Is it secure, and what should we actually worry about?
The Revival of Raccoon Stealer
The prevalent Raccoon Stealer malware has returned from the dead and is now better than ever - and ready to start stealing your data.
Conti Ransomware Continues to Cause Concern
Conti ransomware was the biggest ransomware strain in 2021, bringing in more than $180 million in ransom payments. Despite announcing they were shutting down operations as of May 2022, Conti isn’t going away any time soon.
Whitepaper: The Intersection of Technical Debt and Cybersecurity
Understanding the impact of technical debt on your business operations and cybersecurity efforts can be a challenge. That’s why Hive Systems and BARR Advisory partnered on an in-depth whitepaper to explore how organizations can recognize, prevent, and manage technical debt.
Avoiding Tax Scams in 2022
Last week, millions of Americans finalized their tax returns. Tax Day, however, isn’t the final day for scammers who are interested in harvesting your personal financial information. Here are some of the scams we see most frequently, and some tips for avoiding them.
A Look at the Cybersecurity Red Alert from the White House
The White House issued a red alert for cybersecurity in the United States and you need to take action to protect your organization and your family. Read our actionable guide now!
Are Your Passwords in the Green in 2022?
In 2022, we updated our viral Hive Systems Password Table that’s been seen in the news and shared everywhere - and this time we brought the receipts for the methodology behind our update!
Applying Heuristics in Cybersecurity
Using heuristics in cybersecurity is a bad idea...except when it's not. We look at what heuristics are, how to leverage them in a meaningful way, and how to avoid their pitfalls.
The Dangers of QR Codes
The recent rise in QR codes allows for easy access to information - including yours. So are QR codes dangerous, and what can you do to protect yourself?
Hive Systems on InvestigateTV About Social Media Hacking
In this interconnected world, social media has become the new town square, the new archive, the new marketplace.
Our CEO, Alex, was featured in this piece that aired nationwide about hackers taking advantage of this growth.
Happy Safer Internet Day 2022!
Hive Systems is committed to ensuring a better internet for all and joins ConnectSafely to bring awareness to Safer Internet Day!
Quantitative Risk Assessment 101
Ready for the future of cybersecurity? Getting started with quantitative risk assessment is easier than you might think.