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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.

Xerox printer vulnerabilities

Critical Xerox Printer Vulnerabilities Expose Windows Active Directory Credentials

Ravi Jain
Critical security flaws have been discovered in Xerox VersaLink C7025 Multifunction Printers. These vulnerabilities, identified as CVE-2024-12510 and CVE-2024-12511, allow attackers to intercept Windows Active Directory credentials. Exploitation involves manipulating LDAP configurations or the user address book to redirect authentication data. Xerox has released a patch (Service Pack 57.75.53) to address these issues, and organizations are urged to update their firmware. Proactive security measures and monitoring are crucial to mitigate the risks associated with these printer vulnerabilities. This incident highlights the growing trend of cybercriminals targeting networked devices like printers as entry points into corporate networks. ... Read More
NorthBay Healthcare Data Breach

Massive Data Breach Exposes Americans’ Financial Details — Names, Card Numbers, PINs, and More at Risk

Ravi Jain
NorthBay Healthcare suffered a major data breach between January and April 2024, compromising the personal and financial data of over 569,000 individuals. This incident highlights the increasing vulnerability of healthcare institutions to cyberattacks due to valuable data and often outdated security. The breach exposed names, social security numbers, financial information, and medical records, raising risks of identity theft and fraud. NorthBay Healthcare has taken steps by enhancing their cybersecurity and offering identity protection services. Individuals are advised to monitor their credit reports, use strong passwords, and enable two-factor authentication. The piece concludes by suggesting using firms like Technijian to better secure your systems. ... Read More
RedMike Hackers Exploit 1000+ Cisco devices

RedMike Hackers Exploited 1000+ Cisco Devices to Gain Admin Access

Ravi Jain
RedMike, a Chinese state-sponsored hacking group known as Salt Typhoon, exploited vulnerabilities in over 1,000 unpatched Cisco devices globally. They targeted telecommunications providers and universities to intercept communications and potentially disrupt critical infrastructure. The attackers utilized CVE-2023-20198 and CVE-2023-20273 to gain administrative access and establish covert communication channels via GRE tunnels. Mitigation involves patching systems, limiting web UI exposure, and monitoring for anomalous activity. The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned a Chinese contractor linked to these activities, underscoring the international response to state-sponsored cyber threats. Proactive cybersecurity measures, such as those offered by Technijian, are crucial for defending against similar attacks. ... Read More