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.
Are Misconfigured MCP Servers Opening AI to Cyber Threats?
Security Operations & Management Are Misconfigured MCP Servers Opening AI to Cyber Threats?

Consider a world where cutting-edge artificial intelligence brings both promise and risk. The deployment of Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers in AI ecosystems globally unveils an unforeseen conundrum. Designed to enhance connectivity and significantly broaden AI’s capabilities, they might

ConnectWise Rotates Certificates Amid Security Concerns
Endpoint & Device Security ConnectWise Rotates Certificates Amid Security Concerns

In recent developments, ConnectWise has announced plans to rotate all code-signing certificates for its software platforms, including ScreenConnect, ConnectWise Automate, and ConnectWise RMM. Scheduled for June 13, this move comes on the heels of a nation-state attack disclosure, though the company

Trend Analysis: Cybersecurity in Cryptocurrency Theft
Malware & Threats Trend Analysis: Cybersecurity in Cryptocurrency Theft

As the digital landscape evolves, cryptocurrency theft emerges as a daunting adversary, capturing headlines with alarming frequency. The virtual currency, once seen as a bastion of financial innovation, now wrestles with security vulnerabilities. This burgeoning threat impacts individuals and

Can LapDogs Network Evade Your Cyber Defenses?
Endpoint & Device Security Can LapDogs Network Evade Your Cyber Defenses?

Imagine your organization's cybersecurity measures—a fortress of firewalls and intrusion detection systems. But what if a new breed of cyber threats quietly slips through this digital DMZ? The evolution of cyber threats has introduced silent infiltrators like the LapDogs network, which could

NHS Faces Major Cybersecurity Breach and Recovery Challenges
Security Operations & Management NHS Faces Major Cybersecurity Breach and Recovery Challenges

The cybersecurity landscape for healthcare organizations, particularly National Health Service (NHS) Professionals, has come under scrutiny due to a significant breach that occurred in May 2024. NHS Professionals, a key provider of temporary staff to NHS trusts across England, experienced a major

Urgent Need for Patching SimpleHelp Against Ransomware Threats
Endpoint & Device Security Urgent Need for Patching SimpleHelp Against Ransomware Threats

In an alarming revelation, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has exposed a critical flaw in SimpleHelp's Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tool that offers an enticing opportunity for ransomware schemes. This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-57727, impacts all

How Are Tourists Falling for These Holiday Cabin Scams?
Identity & Access Management How Are Tourists Falling for These Holiday Cabin Scams?

Amidst the charm of digital convenience, a dark underbelly continues to rise, ensnaring unsuspecting travelers with promises too good to pass up. Tourists, eager for the comfort of serene holiday cabins, often fall prey to elaborate scams orchestrated with precision and deceit. Such is the case of

Redefining AGI: Evolving AI Capabilities and Public Perception
Data Protection & Privacy Redefining AGI: Evolving AI Capabilities and Public Perception

In a rapidly evolving tech landscape, Rupert Marais, an esteemed expert in cybersecurity and network management, offers invaluable insights into the world of artificial intelligence and its future trajectory. With a keen understanding of technology's impact, Marais discusses themes that include the

Cyberattacks on Journalists Soar Amid Rising Political Tensions
Malware & Threats Cyberattacks on Journalists Soar Amid Rising Political Tensions

In a time of escalating political unrest, an alarming rise in cyberattacks against journalists highlights a precarious intersection of technology and free speech. A report reveals an unprecedented surge in cyber threats, particularly in politically charged regions, underscoring the vulnerabilities

Are CISOs Strategic Navigators in Digital Security?
Security Operations & Management Are CISOs Strategic Navigators in Digital Security?

The role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) has undergone a considerable transformation over recent years. Originally seen as the technical minds behind cyber defense, primarily tasked with safeguarding networks and data from threats, CISOs are now being recognized as strategic leaders.

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