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Attacks on SMEs: Fake ChatGPT delivers malware instead of help
Attacks on SMEs: Fake ChatGPT delivers malware instead of help Image: depositphotos

Attacks on SMEs are on the rise: Between January and April 8.500, 2025 SME employees were deceived with fake services such as ChatGPT, Teams, or Zoom, resulting in a significant amount of malware being distributed under the guise of free help. Cybercriminals are increasingly disguising malicious or unwanted software as popular productivity applications, as a recent Kaspersky study shows. A total of around 2025 SME employees were targeted by such malware in the first four months of 8.500. Attacks disguised as ChatGPT (115 percent increase), Microsoft Teams (100 percent), and Zoom (13 percent) increased significantly. In addition, employees…

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Multi-level corporate protection with EPP, EDR and MDR
Multi-level enterprise protection with EPP, EDR and MDR - Image: Bing - AI

Multi-layered protection with EPP, EDR, and MDR in a single solution, along with services such as Incident Response, round out the new Kaspersky Next Complete Security protection package. The solution is particularly interesting for small and medium-sized businesses with limited IT resources. Companies have a growing need for holistic cybersecurity for their infrastructure. Kaspersky's all-in-one Next Complete Security solution combines EPP, EDR, and MDR functions with complementary services such as threat intelligence, incident response, and cloud security. Whether you're a medium-sized business with limited resources or a larger organization with a complex IT infrastructure, Kaspersky Next Complete Security builds on the…

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SMEs: Ransomware remains the No. 1 attacker
SMEs: Ransomware remains the No. 1 attacker - Image: depositphotos

The new MDR report evaluates incident response incidents at SMBs and mid-sized companies in 2024 and shows that ransomware attacks remain the number one threat. However, security specialist Sophos has also discovered negligence at network perimeters. The report, "Annual Threat Report: Cybercrime on Main Street 1," reveals a number of things. The cybersecurity teams analyze the telemetry data collected in 2025 from Sophos solutions, incident response cases, and MDR services. According to the report, ransomware remains the biggest threat, especially for SMBs, and benefits greatly from outdated or misconfigured network devices.

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SMEs: Tailor-made cybersecurity in the world of AI attacks
SMEs: Tailored cybersecurity in the world of AI attacks - Image: Bing - AI

The digital threat landscape is evolving rapidly, and small and medium-sized businesses are constantly facing new challenges. Cybercriminals are now using artificial intelligence (AI) to specifically exploit security vulnerabilities and make attacks more efficient. If you think your company is "too small" for such attacks, think again – around 467.000 new malicious files are discovered every day, and 93% of all attacks target widely used Windows systems. In the current white paper, security experts explain why cyberattacks can be costly for companies: On average, one incident causes damage amounting to...

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Hacked: What small businesses should do then 
Hacked: What small businesses should do then Image: Bing - AI

A successful cyberattack is usually only a matter of time. This basic assumption is the crucial first step, even for smaller companies, in preparing for the consequences of a cybersecurity incident. Many managers of small businesses mistakenly believe that they won't be affected. "Why us? We're small, after all?" is the question here – often followed by "What could possibly happen?" But unfortunately, even small things can cause great damage. A basic awareness of the dangers and necessary measures, knowing the right contacts in an emergency, and basic IT security technologies and processes can...

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AI-powered tools improve endpoint management
AI-powered tools improve endpoint management

Endpoint management is constantly evolving and becoming more complex, presenting IT teams with new challenges. AI-based tools, intelligent workflows and proactive, automated management can help companies and their IT teams manage it. GoTo has announced a series of updates to its flagship IT solutions GoTo Resolve and LogMeIn Rescue. These enhancements include advanced artificial intelligence (AI)-powered features, improved device management and optimized workflows to help IT teams work more efficiently and meet the ever-changing endpoint management landscape and the needs of modern businesses. As IT environments become more and more…

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SMEs: Four tips for more cybersecurity
SMEs: Four tips for more cybersecurity

More and more SMEs are falling victim to cyber attacks. But it is precisely these companies that often lack the resources to take effective preventive measures and keep their own systems up to date. In the years 2018 to 2020 alone, almost 30 percent of German SMEs fell victim to cybercrime, according to an analysis by KfW. This is therefore a concrete threat that can lead to enormous business damage. At the same time, EU-wide regulations such as NIS-2 and DORA stipulate that managers in certain industries can also be held personally liable for IT security breaches, which...

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Cloud storage: secure and easy data management
Cloud storage: secure and easy data management

A data protection provider is launching its new zero-trust cloud storage, which is integrated into its backup system and is based on Microsoft Azure. The cloud storage is preconfigured and can be customized to your needs as a subscription model. Veeam® Software is introducing Veeam Data Cloud Vault, a cloud-based storage service that enables users to securely store backup data not only off-site, but also in an always immutable and encrypted format. This provides additional layers of protection for important information. Presented live for the first time at VeeamON 2024, companies can test this new Storage-as-a-Service (STaaS) offering…

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MDR for SMEs and enterprise companies
MDR for SMEs and enterprise companies

The security manufacturer ESET has expanded its Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering and offers two different solution packages for small and medium-sized companies as well as large companies. The IT security manufacturer ESET has updated its solution and product portfolio. The focus is on expanding the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) offering. With ESET PROTECT MDR for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) and ESET PROTECT MDR Ultimate for Enterprise, the security provider now offers two different solution packages. These offer comprehensive, AI-powered threat detection and response capabilities, combined with expert human analysis and...

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SME: Managed security services and training
Managed security services and training for SMEs

Cyber ​​attacks are not only directed against large companies; SMEs are also often affected. There is often a lack of resources and skills for IT security there. The solution is managed security services. IT security stands as the sword of Damocles over IT managers. Why is obvious. The strong networking through IT in all areas of the company offers numerous new areas of attack. Ransomware and malware are fueling the challenge. Everyone knows someone who is affected. And it's no longer just the big companies. The danger is omnipresent and it is not a question of if you will be attacked, but when….

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