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.
How Did SonicWall's Data Breach Affect All Cloud Backup Users?
Identity & Access Management How Did SonicWall's Data Breach Affect All Cloud Backup Users?

The cybersecurity landscape was rocked by a staggering revelation when a leading network security vendor disclosed a data breach that initially seemed minor but soon escalated to affect every single user of its cloud backup service. This incident, involving the compromise of encrypted credentials

How Are Attackers Exploiting Sensitive Data Sprawl?
Endpoint & Device Security How Are Attackers Exploiting Sensitive Data Sprawl?

In today's hyper-connected digital landscape, sensitive information such as credentials, API keys, and authentication tokens—often referred to as "secrets"—has become a goldmine for malicious actors. These secrets, scattered across an ever-growing array of platforms, are at the heart of a mounting

AI Security Vulnerabilities – Review
Malware & Threats AI Security Vulnerabilities – Review

Setting the Stage for AI Security Concerns In an era where artificial intelligence shapes nearly every facet of corporate operations, a staggering statistic emerges: half of all organizations have encountered detrimental effects due to security flaws in their AI systems, highlighting a pressing

Firefox VPN vs. Edge VPN: A Comparative Analysis
Infrastructure & Network Security Firefox VPN vs. Edge VPN: A Comparative Analysis

Introduction to Browser-Based VPNs: Firefox and Edge In an era where online privacy breaches affect millions of users annually, with data leaks exposing personal information at an alarming rate, the need for accessible security tools has never been more pressing. Browser-based VPNs have emerged as

What Makes Klopatra the Ultimate Android Banking Threat?
Endpoint & Device Security What Makes Klopatra the Ultimate Android Banking Threat?

A Rising Storm in Mobile Banking Security In the rapidly digitizing financial landscape of 2025, a staggering statistic emerges: over 3,000 Android devices have already fallen victim to a sophisticated Remote Access Trojan (RAT) named Klopatra, targeting banking apps with unprecedented precision,

Can Microsoft Redefine Software Resale with Copyright Law?
Infrastructure & Network Security Can Microsoft Redefine Software Resale with Copyright Law?

In a digital landscape where software is as ubiquitous as electricity, a high-stakes legal battle between Microsoft and ValueLicensing, a software reseller, has captured the attention of the tech industry. This dispute, simmering for several years, revolves around the contentious issue of reselling

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

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