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Last week marked the 45th anniversary of a pivotal event in Microsoft history: Nov. 6, 1980, when the then-fledgling company signed a contract with IBM to develop an operating system for the IBM PC.
Dive into last week's #TechTimeWarp to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qP8tGU
Dive into last week's #TechTimeWarp to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qP8tGU
Tech Time Warp: The early business dealings that set the stage for Microsoft dominance
This week's Tech Time Warp highlights the 45th anniversary of a pivotal event in Microsoft history: QDOS turns into MS-DOS.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Last week marked the 45th anniversary of a pivotal event in Microsoft history: Nov. 6, 1980, when the then-fledgling company signed a contract with IBM to develop an operating system for the IBM PC.
Dive into last week's #TechTimeWarp to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qP8tGU
Dive into last week's #TechTimeWarp to learn more. https://bit.ly/4qP8tGU
#MSSPs brace for a wave of AI-assisted vulnerabilities: our latest blog dives into how AI-generated code is changing the threat landscape and what defenders must do now. Read more and prepare your playbook. https://bit.ly/47SYcB4
MSSPs should brace for the AI-driven vulnerability wave
MSSPs must brace for a rapid wave of AI-driven application vulnerabilities, sparked by AI-generated code.
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November 7, 2025 at 6:54 PM
#MSSPs brace for a wave of AI-assisted vulnerabilities: our latest blog dives into how AI-generated code is changing the threat landscape and what defenders must do now. Read more and prepare your playbook. https://bit.ly/47SYcB4
With free support for Windows 10 ending, the race to upgrade to #AI-optimized PCs is on. Organizations are accelerating their transition to stay secure, efficient, and future-ready. 🚀 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LgOqRC
Windows 11 migration push begins in earnest
With Microsoft ending free support for Windows 10, organizations are accelerating upgrades to Windows 11 to better support AI-optimized PCs.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:53 PM
With free support for Windows 10 ending, the race to upgrade to #AI-optimized PCs is on. Organizations are accelerating their transition to stay secure, efficient, and future-ready. 🚀 Learn more: https://bit.ly/3LgOqRC
Cybercriminals are using AI to outpace traditional defenses. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, MSPs must act fast: Zero Trust, XDR, and layered email security aren’t optional — they’re mission-critical: https://bit.ly/3X6vwzg
Deploy zero trust identity and XDR this month
Safeguard client trust and drive new revenue by uniting zero trust identity, advanced email security and XDR in your MSP portfolio.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Cybercriminals are using AI to outpace traditional defenses. This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, MSPs must act fast: Zero Trust, XDR, and layered email security aren’t optional — they’re mission-critical: https://bit.ly/3X6vwzg
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The tech talent shortage isn’t gone—it’s just changed.
From #cybersecurity gaps to budget cuts, MSPs are navigating a new kind of hiring challenge. Discover what’s really happening behind the headlines: https://bit.ly/43KeKto
From #cybersecurity gaps to budget cuts, MSPs are navigating a new kind of hiring challenge. Discover what’s really happening behind the headlines: https://bit.ly/43KeKto
The evolving tech talent shortage: What MSPs need to know
The tech talent shortage is shifting, but MSPs still face hiring challenges as 74% of organizations struggle to find and keep top talent.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:14 AM
The tech talent shortage isn’t gone—it’s just changed.
From #cybersecurity gaps to budget cuts, MSPs are navigating a new kind of hiring challenge. Discover what’s really happening behind the headlines: https://bit.ly/43KeKto
From #cybersecurity gaps to budget cuts, MSPs are navigating a new kind of hiring challenge. Discover what’s really happening behind the headlines: https://bit.ly/43KeKto
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October 30, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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CISA confirms active exploitation of a critical Motex Lanscope vulnerability (CVE-2025-61932). Unauthenticated remote code execution rated CVSS 9.8.
🔒 Read the full #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to protect your systems: https://bit.ly/42ZlpzS
🔒 Read the full #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to protect your systems: https://bit.ly/42ZlpzS
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical vulnerability in Motex Lanscope
This Cybersecurity Threat Advisory highlights CVE-2025-61932, following active exploitation of a critical Motex Lanscope vulnerability.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:55 PM
CISA confirms active exploitation of a critical Motex Lanscope vulnerability (CVE-2025-61932). Unauthenticated remote code execution rated CVSS 9.8.
🔒 Read the full #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to protect your systems: https://bit.ly/42ZlpzS
🔒 Read the full #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory to protect your systems: https://bit.ly/42ZlpzS
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October 29, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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Discover the latest attack behaviors uncovered by #Barracuda Managed XDR’s security experts. This month’s highlights includes:
🐍 Python scripts running stealthy malicious tools
📧 Increased attacks on Microsoft 365 accounts
Read more now: https://bit.ly/43GXHZe
🐍 Python scripts running stealthy malicious tools
📧 Increased attacks on Microsoft 365 accounts
Read more now: https://bit.ly/43GXHZe
SOC Threat Radar — October 2025
Share This: In this edition of the SOC Threat Radar, you’ll discover the key attack behaviors identified over the past month by Barracuda Managed XDR’s security solutions, threat intelligence resource...
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October 29, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Discover the latest attack behaviors uncovered by #Barracuda Managed XDR’s security experts. This month’s highlights includes:
🐍 Python scripts running stealthy malicious tools
📧 Increased attacks on Microsoft 365 accounts
Read more now: https://bit.ly/43GXHZe
🐍 Python scripts running stealthy malicious tools
📧 Increased attacks on Microsoft 365 accounts
Read more now: https://bit.ly/43GXHZe
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth: A prime time for MSPs to step up as trusted advisors. By turning complex security concepts into clear, actionable insights, MSPs can strengthen client relationships and showcase thought leadership. Take a look now: https://bit.ly/3WO6HrL
Tip Tuesday: Embrace Cybersecurity Awareness Month by being a security leader
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month which a chance for MSPs to showcase expertise and build trust. Learn how in this Tip Tuesday.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:25 PM
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth: A prime time for MSPs to step up as trusted advisors. By turning complex security concepts into clear, actionable insights, MSPs can strengthen client relationships and showcase thought leadership. Take a look now: https://bit.ly/3WO6HrL
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#Managedservices are booming in the Americas! ISG reports a 22% surge in high-value contracts—despite a global dip. Plus, rising discretionary spending in the U.S. could be a game-changer for #MSPs. Dive into the full blog to see what’s driving the shift: https://bit.ly/474Mmod
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October 24, 2025 at 7:59 PM
#Managedservices are booming in the Americas! ISG reports a 22% surge in high-value contracts—despite a global dip. Plus, rising discretionary spending in the U.S. could be a game-changer for #MSPs. Dive into the full blog to see what’s driving the shift: https://bit.ly/474Mmod
🚨 #Phishing-as-a-Service is booming - and it's getting smarter.
Cybercriminals are turning to sleek, well-funded platforms that offer everything from infrastructure to customer support. Read the full Threat Spotlight: https://bit.ly/4qhFcVb
Cybercriminals are turning to sleek, well-funded platforms that offer everything from infrastructure to customer support. Read the full Threat Spotlight: https://bit.ly/4qhFcVb
Threat Spotlight: Unpacking a stealthy new phishing kit targeting Microsoft 365
Barracuda reported nearly a million Whisper 2FA attacks last month, making Whisper the third most used PhaaS tool after Tycoon and EvilProxy.
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October 23, 2025 at 9:11 PM
🚨 #Phishing-as-a-Service is booming - and it's getting smarter.
Cybercriminals are turning to sleek, well-funded platforms that offer everything from infrastructure to customer support. Read the full Threat Spotlight: https://bit.ly/4qhFcVb
Cybercriminals are turning to sleek, well-funded platforms that offer everything from infrastructure to customer support. Read the full Threat Spotlight: https://bit.ly/4qhFcVb
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Search engines aren’t what they used to be. Instead of helpful links, you’re now greeted by AI-generated blurbs, a wall of sponsored content, and—if you’re lucky—a few useful results buried below. Want to know why? Find out: https://bit.ly/47nTTxi
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October 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth may be ending, but the mission continues.
💡 Hear from industry leaders tackling threats: https://bit.ly/48YMWVZ
💡 Hear from industry leaders tackling threats: https://bit.ly/48YMWVZ
Cybersecurity Awareness Month ends soon, but the mission will continue
Cybersecurity Awareness Month may be ending, but the threats aren’t. Learn how MSPs can stay ahead with expert advice on shadow AI, and more.
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October 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
#CybersecurityAwarenessMonth may be ending, but the mission continues.
💡 Hear from industry leaders tackling threats: https://bit.ly/48YMWVZ
💡 Hear from industry leaders tackling threats: https://bit.ly/48YMWVZ
44% of business are hit by cybercrime. Only 41% use #MFA. Coincidence? We think not. Dive into the history of MFA in this week’s Tech Time Warp now: https://bit.ly/4oyjgDB
Tech Time Warp: The multifaceted road to multifactor authentication
Discover the surprising history behind multifactor authentication (MFA) and why its adoption remains low in this Tech Time Warp.
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October 22, 2025 at 4:07 PM
44% of business are hit by cybercrime. Only 41% use #MFA. Coincidence? We think not. Dive into the history of MFA in this week’s Tech Time Warp now: https://bit.ly/4oyjgDB
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🚨 Security Alert 🚨: Veeam has released critical updates for Backup & Replication and Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows. Patch now to protect against serious vulnerabilities including #RCE and privilege escalation. Get the details now: https://bit.ly/48FXMjs
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Critical Veeam backup flaws
Review this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory on Veeam updates fixing two RCE and one LPE vulnerabilities to help safeguard your systems.
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October 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
🚨 Security Alert 🚨: Veeam has released critical updates for Backup & Replication and Veeam Agent for Microsoft Windows. Patch now to protect against serious vulnerabilities including #RCE and privilege escalation. Get the details now: https://bit.ly/48FXMjs
Fortinet has disclosed a high-severity #vulnerability in FortiOS and could allow local authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands due to improper input validation in the CLI. Review all the details in this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: https://bit.ly/4qjnfFJ
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: FortiOS CLI command bypass vulnerability
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Fortinet reveals a high-severity FortiOS vulnerability enabling command injection via improper CLI input validation.
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October 20, 2025 at 11:56 PM
Fortinet has disclosed a high-severity #vulnerability in FortiOS and could allow local authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands due to improper input validation in the CLI. Review all the details in this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: https://bit.ly/4qjnfFJ
A recent PwC survey of 3,880 business and tech leaders reveals that AI is now the #1 cybersecurity tech organizations want help implementing from #MSPs. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KOgknM
Survey finds organizations looking to MSPs for AI cybersecurity expertise
AI is the top cybersecurity tech organizations seek from MSPs, with 53 percent prioritizing AI tools to close gaps and automate threat management.
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October 20, 2025 at 5:11 PM
A recent PwC survey of 3,880 business and tech leaders reveals that AI is now the #1 cybersecurity tech organizations want help implementing from #MSPs. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3KOgknM
A Rust-based #malware is targeting systems through Discord channels. Stay informed and protected.
🔒 Read the Cybersecurity Threat Advisory now: https://bit.ly/4qi3LkD
🔒 Read the Cybersecurity Threat Advisory now: https://bit.ly/4qi3LkD
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: ChaosBot malware exploits Discord
Share This:A recently discovered Rust-based malware called ChaosBot is being used compromise computers via Discord channels. Review the details within this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn more ...
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October 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM
A Rust-based #malware is targeting systems through Discord channels. Stay informed and protected.
🔒 Read the Cybersecurity Threat Advisory now: https://bit.ly/4qi3LkD
🔒 Read the Cybersecurity Threat Advisory now: https://bit.ly/4qi3LkD
A critical flaw (CVE-2025-61884) in Oracle Configurator could be exploited remotely with no authentication needed. Learn how to protect your systems in this #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: https://bit.ly/42KBNUC
Cybersecurity Threat Advisory: Oracle E-Business Suite vulnerability
Review this Cybersecurity Threat Advisory to learn about CVE-2025-61884, a remote Oracle EBS flaw allowing unauthenticated access via HTTP.
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October 18, 2025 at 4:07 PM
A critical flaw (CVE-2025-61884) in Oracle Configurator could be exploited remotely with no authentication needed. Learn how to protect your systems in this #CybersecurityThreatAdvisory: https://bit.ly/42KBNUC