Helen Laidlaw

Helen Laidlaw

IT Systems Analyst
Helen Laidlaw is a tech expert specializing in IT security, networking, and development. Helen provides comprehensive insights into securing digital assets, crafting efficient software solutions, and optimizing network performance. Covering a wide variety of technical topics, she employs an accessible communication style, lending her content as an indispensable resource for anyone trying to navigate the complexities of modern technology.
Cybersecurity Challenges: Evolving Threats and Strategies
Malware & Threats Cybersecurity Challenges: Evolving Threats and Strategies

In an era where digital connectivity underpins nearly every aspect of daily life—from financial transactions to critical infrastructure management—the importance of robust cybersecurity cannot be overstated. As reliance on networked systems deepens, so too does exposure to an array of sophisticated

Can Ruby Central Restore Trust After Hostile Takeover?
Security Operations & Management Can Ruby Central Restore Trust After Hostile Takeover?

The Ruby programming community, long celebrated for its tight-knit and collaborative spirit, finds itself at a crossroads following a seismic controversy involving Ruby Central, the non-profit organization tasked with supporting Ruby conferences and key projects. In a stunning move that many have

How Do Hackers Use CSS to Hide Malicious Email Content?
Malware & Threats How Do Hackers Use CSS to Hide Malicious Email Content?

In an era where email remains a cornerstone of communication, a chilling trend has emerged that turns a benign web design tool into a weapon for cybercriminals, exploiting Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to hide malicious content. Hackers are using CSS, typically employed to style websites and emails,

Healthcare Cybersecurity Crisis Puts Patients at Risk in 2025
Infrastructure & Network Security Healthcare Cybersecurity Crisis Puts Patients at Risk in 2025

In the heart of the U.S. healthcare system, a silent but deadly battle is raging against an invisible enemy—cybercriminals who are increasingly targeting hospitals, clinics, and medical providers with devastating precision. The stakes are unimaginably high as these attacks do more than disrupt

Whisper 2FA Fuels One Million Phishing Attacks Since July
Identity & Access Management Whisper 2FA Fuels One Million Phishing Attacks Since July

In a digital landscape where trust is the cornerstone of security, what happens when that trust becomes a weapon? Since July, a shadowy phishing platform known as Whisper 2FA has orchestrated nearly one million attacks, turning multi-factor authentication (MFA)—a supposed shield—into a gateway for

How AI is Transforming Identity and Cybersecurity in 2025
Editorial How AI is Transforming Identity and Cybersecurity in 2025

B2B industries can experience up to 90% reduction in account takeovers after adopting AI-powered identity and access management systems. This significant drop in breaches leads to critical digital improvements and transformation, especially as businesses face growing pressure to secure high-risk

Android Pixnapping Attack – Review
Security Operations & Management Android Pixnapping Attack – Review

Imagine opening a seemingly harmless app on your Android device, only to unknowingly allow it to snoop on sensitive data from other apps, such as your two-factor authentication codes or personal messages, without any indication of a breach. This chilling scenario is no longer just a hypothetical,

Harvard Hit by Oracle EBS Zero-Day Hack: First Victim?
Data Protection & Privacy Harvard Hit by Oracle EBS Zero-Day Hack: First Victim?

What happens when an institution as revered as Harvard University becomes the target of a ruthless cyberattack, exposing over 1.3 terabytes of sensitive data to the dark web, and sending shockwaves through academia and the corporate world alike? This startling breach, linked to a zero-day

Trend Analysis: AI in Cyber Warfare Tactics
Data Protection & Privacy Trend Analysis: AI in Cyber Warfare Tactics

The Escalating Role of AI in Global Cyber Conflicts In a startling revelation, recent data indicates that cyber incidents targeting critical infrastructure and state entities have surged by over 17% in just six months, driven largely by the integration of artificial intelligence in attack

Hackers Exploit ScreenConnect for Stealthy Network Breaches
Infrastructure & Network Security Hackers Exploit ScreenConnect for Stealthy Network Breaches

As cyber-attacks continue to evolve, remote monitoring and management (RMM) tools have become a prime target for hackers seeking unauthorized access to networks. Today, we’re speaking with Rupert Marais, our in-house security specialist with deep expertise in endpoint and device security,

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