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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.

When AI Becomes the Hacker: The New Threat from Autonomous Cyberattacks

Hackers reportedly used an AI system to carry out major cyberattacks with little human involvement - a milestone in cyberwarfare. This article explains what happened, how AI was used, why it poses a new kind of risk, and what organizations of any size can do to prepare and defend themselves.

Ben Loveless Nov 30, 2025
Ben Loveless Jan 6, 2026
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.

Shadow AI Threats Are Increasing in Business Attacks

Cybercriminals are beginning to use artificial intelligence in unexpected ways, giving rise to what experts call "shadow AI." These tools can automate attacks, mimic real employees, and generate convincing phishing attempts. This article explains what shadow AI is, why it matters for small businesses, and what steps organizations can take to reduce risk.

Ben Loveless Oct 28, 2025
Ben Loveless Nov 8, 2025
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.

How Do Cybersecurity Companies Work?

Cybersecurity often feels invisible until something goes wrong. This article explains how cybersecurity companies protect devices behind the scenes, from lightweight agents installed on computers to real-time threat detection powered by AI and human analysts.

Ben Loveless Dec 22, 2025
Ben Loveless Mar 20, 2026
Best Cybersecurity for Small Businesses in 2026: What Actually Works

Not all cybersecurity solutions are created equal. This guide explains what actually works for small businesses in 2026, including endpoint protection, MFA, backups, and real-time threat response.

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.

Ben Loveless Mar 13, 2026