Hackers Can Disable Windows Defender: Urgent Warning for Texas Businesses

Cybercriminals are exploiting a new Windows Defender vulnerability that lets them disable antivirus protection using legitimate system drivers. For Texas SMBs, this underscores the need to move beyond built-in security. Falling behind means risking ransomware, data loss, and operational downtime. What This Windows Defender Vulnerability Means In recent weeks, the Akira ransomware group has usedContinue reading “Hackers Can Disable Windows Defender: Urgent Warning for Texas Businesses”

Workday Data Breach Warning: 6 Proven Steps to Secure Your Business

Workday recently confirmed a data breach tied to phishing attacks on customer accounts—placing sensitive payroll and HR data at risk. For many businesses, especially small and midsize businesses (SMBs) in Texas, this is more than just industry news. It’s a reminder that cybercriminals target people and processes, not just systems. If a leader in enterpriseContinue reading “Workday Data Breach Warning: 6 Proven Steps to Secure Your Business”

End Point Protection Checklist: 10 Things You Need to Secure Your Business

In today’s threat-heavy environment, protecting your endpoints, laptops, desktops, smartphones, and servers, is no longer optional. They’re your frontline defense and the most targeted entry points for cybercriminals. This endpoint protection checklist is tailored for small to midsize businesses in Central and South Texas who value reliable, no-nonsense IT security. At SofTouch Systems, we believeContinue reading “End Point Protection Checklist: 10 Things You Need to Secure Your Business”