Advisories
Data Privacy Week: The Privacy & Convenience Trade-off
Think about the last application you downloaded on your mobile phone. It could be a messaging tool, an engaging social media platform, or even a GPS navigator. Whatever the app may be, mobile applications add considerable value to our lives… but at what cost? The truth is, while these apps may provide convenience, they also infringe on your privacy by collecting extensive data on you and
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Imagine the chaos of a world where your online financial systems are compromised daily, you have difficulty accessing email accounts when you want to, and your local meteorologists cannot detect the next storm before it happens. This is a glimpse into the reality of a world without cybersecurity. CISA, the United States’ Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency, defines cybersecurity as the art of protecting networks,
Understanding Akira Ransomware and Ransomware Trends: A Comprehensive Analysis
Author: Marcus Knowles Jr. CIRT Analyst In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, ransomware attacks have emerged as one of the most pervasive and damaging threats to businesses worldwide. Among the myriad ransomware families, one name has been making headlines – Akira. Understanding the origins, evolution, and tactics employed by Akira is crucial in the fight against this potent digital adversary. Ransomware families reported in
Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping
Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping Spot the Real Deals Learn the difference between genuine offers and too-good-to-be-true scams. Secure Your Transactions Use trusted payment methods and ensure the website’s security before entering your details. Keep Software Updated Running the latest security software is your first defence against cyber threats. Watch Out for Fake Reviews Rely on verified purchase reviews and be wary of
Safer Students — Get Safe Online
Keep Your Students Safer Students spend much time online in today’s digital world. Online is great fun, but cyberbullying, oversharing, and clickjacking may cause them harm. Get Safe Online provides valuable information to prepare students to navigate the online world. We want every student while online to say with confidence #lAmSafer. Visit getsafeonline.bs to find out how students can stay safe online. Choose Secure
Keep Your Online Identity on Lock
11 April 2023 is recognised as Identity Management Day. Below are some practical tips on keeping your online identity on lock. Protect personal information. Don’t post NIB cards, Driver’s Licences, and other identifiable info. Close old accounts. Unused accounts are easier to hack. Stay alert for scams. Beware of giveaways, quizzes and surveys soliciting banking info. Avoid app sharing. If one app is hacked, linked
World Backup Day
Did you know that 31 March has been dubbed the day to backup and better protect your data? Losing important digital files happen way more than you think! CIRT-BS is here to help you avoid being fooled with the 3-2-1 Backup Rule.
Don’t become victim to cyber attacks.
Don’t become victim to cyber attacks. Protect sensitive data and improve your digital privacy. Password-protect your devices. Keep software and apps updated. Choose incognito or private browsing. Login with two-factor authentication. Manage unique passwords with a password manager. Browse public Wi-FI with a VPN. Disable unnecessary mobile app permissions. Backup & encrypt sensitive data.
Happy Valentine’s Day
Online dating is becoming increasingly popular in our communities and while many may be searching for their Valentine via dating apps and social media platforms, unexpected dangers are always present! Be careful of the following: ‘Catfishers’ who create fake online dating profiles. Romance scammers asking for money. Scammers phishing for personal information. Fake online dating sites. Sharing private/sensitive photos online. Accepting friend requests from unknown
WhatsApp Account Hijacking Scams Advisory
ⓘ This advisory addresses an increase in compromised WhatsApp accounts. Attention constituent: CIRT-BS is advising members of the public to stay alert as a sophisticated scam
CrowdStrike Update (Phishing Attempts)
ⓘ This advisory addresses new phishing attempts related to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor crash. Attention Constituents: Since CrowdStrike deployed its international Falcon sensor fix last Friday,
New Advisory: CrowdStrike Update Crashes Windows Systems Worldwide
ⓘ This advisory addresses a recent update to CrowdStrike’s Falcon sensor which has led to widespread Blue Screen of Death errors. Attention Microsoft service users:
“Free Money” WhatsApp Scam
ⓘ This advisory addresses an uptick in “free money” scams on WhatsApp. Attention constituent: CIRT-BS is observing an uptick in “free money” scams on WhatsApp
Parcel Delivery Scams
ⓘ This advisory addresses an uptick in parcel delivery scams. Attention constituent: CIRT-BS is observing an uptick in parcel delivery scams involving threat actors impersonating
Consumer Loan Scams
Attention Constituent: We would like to inform you about a series of consumer loan scams originating from actors posing as third-party representatives of financial institutions,
Build Better Passwords for Online Security this “Change Your Password Day”
What do your bank, social media, and email accounts share? A password! Passwords are one of the most critical lines of defence against cyber attacks.
Data Privacy Week: 4 Ways to Protect Your Data
So what’s the big deal about privacy, anyway? When you avoid taking measures to take control of your data, you make yourself susceptible to identity theft,
Data Privacy Week: Get Comfortable with Privacy
We may feel despair about how our data is collected and used by our apps and web services—especially as they often request more data than
Data Privacy Week: The Privacy & Convenience Trade-off
Think about the last application you downloaded on your mobile phone. It could be a messaging tool, an engaging social media platform, or even a
Introduction to Cybersecurity
Imagine the chaos of a world where your online financial systems are compromised daily, you have difficulty accessing email accounts when you want to, and
Understanding Akira Ransomware and Ransomware Trends: A Comprehensive Analysis
Author: Marcus Knowles Jr. CIRT Analyst In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, ransomware attacks have emerged as one of the most pervasive and damaging
Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping
Cyber Steward’s Guide to Online Christmas Shopping Spot the Real Deals Learn the difference between genuine offers and too-good-to-be-true scams. Secure Your Transactions Use trusted
Safer Students — Get Safe Online
Keep Your Students Safer Students spend much time online in today’s digital world. Online is great fun, but cyberbullying, oversharing, and clickjacking may cause them
Keep Your Online Identity on Lock
11 April 2023 is recognised as Identity Management Day. Below are some practical tips on keeping your online identity on lock. Protect personal information. Don’t
World Backup Day
Did you know that 31 March has been dubbed the day to backup and better protect your data? Losing important digital files happen way more
Don’t become victim to cyber attacks.
Don’t become victim to cyber attacks. Protect sensitive data and improve your digital privacy. Password-protect your devices. Keep software and apps updated. Choose incognito or private
Happy Valentine’s Day
Online dating is becoming increasingly popular in our communities and while many may be searching for their Valentine via dating apps and social media platforms,
Cybersecurity New Year’s Resolutions
HAPPY NEW YEAR! The Computer Incident Response Team of The Bahamas (CIRT-BS) wishes you a happy, safe and secure 2023! We are pleased to share seven