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At SandStorm IT, we try to keep you up to date on the latest in tech news. This is especially true when the case is a potential vulnerability that could affect your business. A recent report from Carnegie Mellon University’s Software Engineering Institute is warning of an issue with multiple Virtual Private Network applications that…
Read More“Earlier this month Check Point Research reported discovery of a 19 year old code execution vulnerability in the wildly popular WinRAR compression tool. Rarlab reports that there are over 500 million users of this program. While a patched version, 5.70, was released on February 26, attackers are releasing exploits in an effort to reach vulnerable…
Read MoreSo, what are Google Ads? If you’ve ever used Google, then you’ve likely experienced ads in the search results. “Google Ads” is the name of the advertising arm of Google. It allows advertisers to display clickable ads as paid placements within Google search results. It’s not easy to tell the difference between a sponsored and…
Read MoreIn order to stay secure using Google Chrome, you need to update your browser immediately. There is a security vulnerability in the FileReader component of Chrome that could allow remote attacker to access memory and execute code to take unauthorized control of your machine. Here’s the official notice from Google: “The stable channel has been…
Read MoreWith the talk of 5G revolutionizing the way we connect over the upcoming years, we wanted to shine some light on exactly what the 5G network is and what it means for you. What is the 5G network? “5G” is the name given to the latest (fifth) generation of mobile communications networks. Much like other…
Read MoreKey events / Milestones / Accomplishments in 2018 As we look back on 2018, there were quite a few key events, milestones, and accomplishments along the way. Dozens of New Customers joined the SandStorm IT family, including: Mattress Distributor & Retailer (WMS Inventory System, Managed Services, New office technology setup & VoIP Phone System) Medical Device…
Read MoreThe SandStorm IT team gathered recently at Ciao Bella Grill in Memphis to celebrate the Christmas and Holiday Season. Great food, great fellowship, and a fun time was had by all. This was our 4th year to celebrate our Christmas Dinner at Ciao Bella. As usual, the food and service were great! On behalf of the…
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