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In light of recent global events involving Israel and Iran, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued official guidance regarding potential cyber threats. U.S.-based organizations should be prepared for an increase in cyber activity, including phishing campaigns, brute force login attempts, and social engineering tactics such as fraudulent phone calls and deceptive social media outreach.
If you have not already done so, we strongly recommend taking the following immediate steps to enhance your cybersecurity posture:
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Enable Two-Factor or Multi-Factor Authentication (2FA/MFA) on all platforms that support it. This includes email accounts, VPN access, administrative portals, and even physical security systems such as Digital Video Recorders or Network Video Recorders. Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds an extra layer of security for your systems and accounts. It can be biometric verification for devices that you own, or a time-sensitive auto-generated code that is sent to your mobile phone.
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Ensure Antivirus Software is Installed and Updated on all systems within your environment. Anti-virus software scans files or your computer’s memory for certain patterns that may indicate the presence of malicious software (i.e., malware). Anti-virus software looks for patterns based on the signatures or definitions of known malware. Anti-virus vendors find new and updated malware daily, so it is important that you have the latest updates installed on your computer.
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Keep Operating Systems Up-to-Date. End-of-life systems are magnets for cyberattacks. Once a product reaches EOL, manufacturers stop issuing security updates, leaving known vulnerabilities wide open for exploitation. Even one unpatched endpoint can serve as a backdoor into your entire IT environment. A single workstation running outdated software can be the point of entry for ransomware that locks down your entire network—including cloud platforms and customer data.
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Keep Applications Fully Updated with the latest security patches. Hackers are always upgrading their tools to take advantage of outdated security systems, so companies should do likewise to protect their valuable resources. Yet many companies don’t install software updates immediately. If the update closes existing security loopholes, delaying an update exposes you to external attacks so install software updates as soon as they are released.
For more detailed information, please refer to the official DHS advisory here:
🔗 National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin – June 22, 2025
Staying proactive is critical in today’s cyber threat landscape. Please contact us if you need support implementing these measures.
