If you’ve been online in the last few years, you’ve likely noticed that cyber threats are lurking around virtually every corner. From ransomware threats to security breaches, it’s getting to a point where businesses need to be on constant lookout for hackers trying to steal their information. Fortunately, Microsoft’s DCU is on the case, having already dismantled some of the worst cyber criminals plaguing the business world today. Announced in a company blog post, Microsoft announced that the DCU had “taken legal and technical action to disrupt” the ZLoader botnet through court orders, effectively taking control of the many domains used by the criminal organization to carry out these deeds. Microsoft isn’t doing it alone, either. The company is in partnership with researchers from ESET, Lumen’s Black Lotus Labs, and Palo Alto Networks Unit 42 with the hope that they can make the online world a bit safer for businesses and individuals alike. As for what you can do to protect yourself, there are plenty of online tools aimed at helping secure businesses from the cyber threats of the world. Antivirus software, password managers, and VPNs are the best place to start, as they can each provide you with an added layer of protection.
