A Night to Remember ... for All the Wrong Reasons Industry: Entertainment The crowd at the St. Louis Muny Theater was buzzing. A summer night, a sold-out show, and the city’s biggest event of the season. Then, silence. The stage lights went dark. Ticketing froze. The soundboard refused to load. The production crew scrambled. No one knew what was happening. Behind the scenes, hackers had already locked every system with ransomware. No one could check guest lists, ticket scans, sound cues, or...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read
Industry: Municipal Government- - A City Under Siege On March 22, 2018, the bustling city of Atlanta, Georgia, became the victim of a devastating ransomware attack. The perpetrators deployed the SamSam ransomware, encrypting a significant portion of the city's data and demanding a ransom of approximately $51,000 in Bitcoin. One night, the entire IT department of Atlanta’s city government received the same terrifying email: “We own your network. Pay up, or watch it burn.” By morning, every...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read
Industry: Water Treatment Facility A Close Call in Oldsmar, Florida In February 2021, the city of Oldsmar, Florida—a community of approximately 15,000 residents—faced a chilling cyber threat that could have had catastrophic consequences. An unidentified hacker infiltrated the city's water treatment facility's computer system via a remote access software called TeamViewer. Once inside, the intruder attempted to increase the amount of sodium hydroxide (lye) in the water supply from the standard...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Dear Valued Clients and Community, Today, as we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we’re reminded of his enduring dream for equality, unity, and hope. At Direnzic—an African American woman-owned cybersecurity firm—we take these values to heart as we work to empower organizations of all sizes with the tools and insights needed to thrive in our digital world. Just as Dr. King dreamed of bridging societal divides, we aim to bridge the digital divide. Cybersecurity may...
over 1 year ago • 2 min read
You may have heard about the Treasury Department cyberattack that made headlines on New Year's Eve. Here's a clear breakdown of what happened and why it matters to YOU: On December 8, 2024, hackers backed by a Chinese state-sponsored group breached the U.S. Treasury Department using a compromised third-party software provider, BeyondTrust. The attackers exploited vulnerabilities in a software used for remote tech support—similar to finding a hidden key to your house and snooping around. They...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
As we say goodbye to 2024 and welcome 2025, we want to thank you for trusting Direnzic Technology with your cybersecurity needs. This year, the IT world faced unprecedented challenges, and we’re here to ensure your business stays resilient and protected. In 2024, several significant IT incidents underscored the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures and comprehensive compliance strategies. Here are some notable events and how Direnzic Technology’s services can help prevent...
almost 2 years ago • 2 min read
Hello Reader, June is here, and we're thrilled to celebrate National Internet Safety Month with you! As your trusted consultants, we are dedicated to helping you stay safe online. This month, we'll be sharing relatable and practical internet safety tips that you can easily implement to protect your business and personal data. Why Internet Safety Matters In today's digital age, internet safety is more crucial than ever. Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and it's essential to stay one step...
over 2 years ago • 2 min read
AFTER PARTYMeet The Experts Saturday, April 20th at 10 am CT This gathering is designed as an intimate meet-and-greet, offering event attendees the chance to connect with DT Cyber Games speakers & experts on a more personal level. It will be a relaxed and informal setting, perfect for networking, sharing ideas, and building lasting relationships within the growing DT Cyber Games community. DIRECT LINK: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87427398354?pwd=eVhtZndBbjFGVXhnYUpLcXY3MkFxUT09 Join The After...
over 2 years ago • 1 min read
It's Direnzic's 15 Year Anniversary! A Message From Our Founder & CEO: Ieshea Hollins"Back in 2008, I launched one of the first Digital Forensics & Cybersecurity hybrid firms in the nation. As we reflect on this important milestone, we want to tell all of our clients, customers, partners, guests & friends: THANK YOU FOR JOINING THE JOURNEY! In celebration, we're offering you early access to a series of promotions and discounts so you can save on services, events, products & more. Save now...
almost 3 years ago • 3 min read