At Cowabunga Computers, safeguarding your personal and business data is our priority. In light of recent events, we want to inform you about two critical security concerns: a rise in smishing attacks and the recent NPD data breach. 1. Protect Yourself from Smishing...
It’s an early Aloha Friday morning and for many it will be one to remember! We want to inform you about a recent series of significant outages impacting various industries across the nation, including hotels, banks, airlines, and other major services. Overview...
We are reaching out to inform you about a significant security incident that has recently come to light. Ticketmaster, a major ticket sales and distribution company, has experienced a data breach that may have exposed the personal information and payment details of...
It was a typical morning at Cowabunga Computers. Our team arrived at the office, ready to tackle the day's tasks, when a critical alert from our Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) tool caught our attention. Five user accounts at one of our client's sites were...
What is "Break-Fix"? First, let's define what "break-fix" means. In a break-fix approach, you only call for IT support when something goes wrong. Imagine if you only went to the doctor when you were very sick, rather than going for regular check-ups to stay healthy....
In today's increasingly connected world, ensuring the security of your network is paramount. Recent reports have highlighted multiple vulnerabilities in common routers that can expose your network to significant risks. Here’s what you need to know about these...
As technology continues to evolve rapidly, ensuring effective IT management has become crucial for businesses of all sizes. While the traditional approach of hiring in-house IT staff may seem appealing, partnering with a managed services provider (MSP) like Cowabunga...
At Cowabunga Computers, we understand that technology plays a crucial role in the productivity of your employees. By choosing our managed services, you ensure that your technology infrastructure not only supports but also enhances the productivity of your team. Here’s...
In the early hours of one recent morning, Cowabunga's vigilant security system detected unusual activity on a client's computer. At 4:55am, a remote access application was launched. While such applications can have genuine purposes, the timing was odd. Our security...