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Ben Loveless Dec 11, 2025
When a Browser Alert Isn’t What It Seems: How Push Notifications Are Being Abused for Attacks

Cybercriminals are leveraging browser push notifications in sneaky new ways, using a toolkit called Matrix Push C2 to send fake alerts, phishing links, and malware redirects. This article explains how these attacks work, why individual vigilance matters, and what steps you can take to spot and block suspicious notifications before they lead to compromise.

New Microsoft Teams Trick: How Matanbuchus Is Being Delivered and What to Do If You’re Affected

Attackers are abusing collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams to trick users into running scripts that deploy the Matanbuchus loader, which gives criminals a quiet foothold on Windows systems. This article explains what Matanbuchus does, why Teams and Quick Assist are effective vectors, and how to discover and remove the loader if you find it on your devices.

Ben Loveless Nov 8, 2025
Ben Loveless Jan 16, 2026
Why Cloud-Hosted Servers Still Need Cybersecurity Protection

Moving servers to the cloud can improve reliability and scalability, but it does not eliminate cybersecurity risk. This article explains why virtual machines still require device-level protection and how modern attacks target cloud-hosted systems.

How the Cybersecurity Landscape Is Changing as We Move Into 2026

Cybersecurity is changing faster than ever. AI-driven attacks, automation, and new forms of impersonation are reshaping how organizations are targeted. This article explains how the cybersecurity landscape is evolving in 2026—and the practical defenses that help organizations stay resilient.

Ben Loveless Jan 6, 2026
Ben Loveless Mar 13, 2026
Cybersecurity for Small Networks: How to Protect 5–50 Employees

Small networks often operate without dedicated security teams, but they still face modern cyber threats. This guide explains practical cybersecurity strategies for organizations with 5 to 50 employees.

What Is SMB Cybersecurity? A Plain-English Guide for Small Businesses

SMB cybersecurity focuses on protecting small and medium-sized businesses from modern cyber threats. This guide explains what “SMB” really means, clears up common confusion, and shows why laptops, desktops, and servers are the most important security priority.

Ben Loveless Feb 10, 2026
Ben Loveless Apr 17, 2026
What Happens If a Small Business Gets Hacked? (Step-by-Step Breakdown)

A cyberattack rarely happens all at once. This step-by-step breakdown shows how small business breaches typically unfold, from initial access to real-world impact.

How to Tell if Your Business Is Already Compromised

Cyberattacks don’t always announce themselves. This guide explains the most common signs that a small business may already be compromised and what to do next.

Ben Loveless Apr 24, 2026