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Stamford Computer Consultant IT Support Managed Service Provider Advises Public on FBI Alert I-062315-PSA

• By: Garry Feldman
• Date: August 31, 2015

According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Center ransomware “Cryptowall” continues to spread virally. The FBI reports close to 1,000 incidents of Cryptowall since last year and losses over $18 million. For organizations who have been lucky and unaffected, this malware blocks access to your computer and data until you pay the amount requested.

What to do? Use a Managed Service Provider/IT Service Provider for Businesses to ensure you are utilizing best practice approaches to protect your organization. Also;

• Use Organization-wide Antivirus Protection
• Use Pop-up Software
• Make Sure Updates Are Up-to-Date
• Back Up Your Data

Remember to practice SAFE and forward to your IT service professional or in-house IT manager.

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To learn how to prevent these types of attacks and what to do if you are impacted, reach out to U.S. Computer Connection of Stamford, (203) 604-8482 or write to info@uscomputer.com.