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Hi there,

May brings some important security updates and a heads-up about threats targeting critical infrastructure worldwide. Here's what you need to know—and what we're doing to keep you protected.

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— Ron Willitzer

⚠️ Security Alert

Nation-State Hackers Are Targeting Factory Control Systems

Imagine your factory's control system like the steering wheel of your car. Now imagine someone hacking into that steering wheel remotely. That's essentially what's happening right now with industrial control systems (PLCs) across the United States.

What's happening: Iranian-affiliated hackers are exploiting internet-facing industrial equipment, specifically targeting Rockwell Automation systems used in factories, power plants, and critical infrastructure. They're manipulating the screens and data that operators see—causing confusion, disruptions, and financial losses.

Red flags to watch for:

Unexpected changes to control system displays or settings
Communications from unfamiliar IP addresses overseas
Industrial equipment behaving unexpectedly or going offline
System alerts for unusual network activity on factory networks

What to do NOW: If you operate industrial equipment or manufacturing systems, don't wait. Call us. This is the kind of threat where early intervention prevents major operational damage.

🔧 Critical Updates

Windows, Mac Updates Released + Supply Chain Warning

Think of software updates like changing the locks on your house. Microsoft and Apple just released new locks—and you should install them.

What's new:

Windows: April patches address critical vulnerabilities in Visual Studio and .NET Framework
Mac/iPhone/iPad: Version 26.4.1 and higher are now available with security improvements
⚠️ Supply Chain Alert: A popular developer tool (npm package called Axios) was compromised. If you develop software, check your dependencies.

How to check:

Windows: Settings → Update & Security → Check for Updates
Mac: System Settings → General → Software Update
iPhone/iPad: Settings → General → Software Update

💡 Safe Internet Practices

Your May Action Items

1	Install your updates this week. Your computer and phone are more secure with the latest patches.

2	Check your browser extensions. Suspicious add-ons are a common attack entry point—remove anything you don't recognize.

3	If your device has been running for over a week without a restart, give it a fresh start. Restarts clear memory-based vulnerabilities.

Have questions? We're here to make sure you're protected.
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