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Technijian was founded in November of 2000 by Ravi Jain with the goal of providing technology support for small to midsize companies. As the company grew in size, it also expanded its services to address the growing needs of its loyal client base. From its humble beginnings as a one-man-IT-shop, Technijian now employs teams of support staff and engineers in domestic and international offices. Technijian’s US-based office provides the primary line of communication for customers, ensuring each customer enjoys the personalized service for which Technijian has become known.

Gootloader Resurgence: Advanced Evasion Tactics

Gootloader Malware Resurfaces with Advanced Evasion Tactics After Seven-Month Hiatus

Ravi Jain
An extensive security briefing detailing the resurgence of the Gootloader malware operation after a seven-month break. This sophisticated threat utilizes SEO poisoning to compromise websites and push malicious files disguised as legitimate business documents, often resulting in ransomware deployment. The new campaign incorporates advanced evasion tactics, such as custom font manipulation and malformed ZIP archives, designed to bypass automated security scanners. Finally, the text shifts to an advertisement, outlining how the Managed IT Service Provider (MSP) Technijian offers comprehensive cybersecurity services, incident response, and targeted security awareness training to help organizations defend against this evolving threat. ... Read More
North Korea's Illicit Cyber Network

US Sanctions Target North Korean Banking Network Behind Massive Crypto Theft and IT Worker Schemes

Ravi Jain
United States’ recent sanctions against North Korea’s illicit financial network, which utilizes large-scale cryptocurrency theft (totaling over $3 billion) and fraudulent global IT worker schemes to fund its weapons programs. These sanctions specifically target banks like Ryujong Credit Bank, eight key individuals operating in China and Russia, and entities like Korea Mangyongdae Computer Technology Company for their roles in money laundering and identity fraud that generate hundreds of millions of dollars. The second section, “How Technijian Can Help” and “About Technijian,” shifts focus completely to Technijian, an Irvine-based Managed IT Services provider, which uses the described North Korean cyber threat as a case study to market its sophisticated cybersecurity solutions. Technijian offers services including threat detection, rigorous remote worker vetting, cryptocurrency security, and incident response to help companies in Orange County and Southern California protect against nation-state cyber threats and maintain sanctions compliance. ... Read More
Cybersecurity for SMBs: 7 Critical Layers Every Orange County Business Needs | Technijian

Cybersecurity for SMBs: 7 Critical Layers Every Orange County Business Needs

Ravi Jain
a defense-in-depth cybersecurity strategy specifically tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), particularly those in Orange County, California. It emphasizes that SMBs are major targets for cyberattacks and must adopt a layered security approach to protect their assets. The guide meticulously outlines seven critical layers of cybersecurity, starting with email security and endpoint protection, and moving through network controls, access management, data backup, employee training, and continuous monitoring. Finally, the text positions Technijian, a local provider, as an expert partner for implementing this comprehensive security stack and assisting with industry-specific compliance requirements like HIPAA and PCI-DSS. ... Read More
Cybercriminals Weaponize PuTTY Ads

Cybercriminals Weaponize PuTTY Ads to Deploy OysterLoader Malware in Sophisticated Attack Campaign

Ravi Jain
A highly sophisticated cyberattack campaign orchestrated by the Rhysida ransomware collective, which is distributing OysterLoader malware through malvertising. This campaign exploits legitimate advertising platforms, such as Bing, to push fraudulent links for popular software like PuTTY and Zoom, leading users to download malware disguised by the use of stolen and fraudulently obtained code-signing certificates. The overview also includes extensive information from a company named Technijian, which offers specialized cybersecurity services, including advanced threat detection and employee training, specifically designed to help organizations defend against this particular malvertising technique and the broader threat of initial access attacks. ... Read More