Technology & Security Blog

Cybercriminals are using a new Malware called QakBot that allows them to send phishing emails to your users from your email account.

The Links Crew had an awesome time celebrating St. Patrick's Day!

Cybercriminal researchers warn the public about a future scam that bypasses MFA's.

Cybercriminals are using contact us forms in their latest scams.

Fake voicemail attachments sending people to a fake Microsoft 365 login page is the latest cybercriminal scam.

Cybercriminals are sending out scams and spreading disinformation about Ukraine to get people's personal and payment information.

Cybercriminals are utilizing QR codes to scam people into giving their personal or payment information.

Team Build Back Sweatier competed in SBA's four week Memebers & Miles Challenge.

The Links Team attended this year's park district conference representing both Links Technology and their app, CentralParks.

Cybercriminals are creating fake job posts looking like they are coming from real companies.

Cybercriminals are sending out Winter Olympic-themed social posts, phishing emails, and messages.

Since the supply chain has had shipping delays cybercriminals have created missed or delayed shipment phishing emails.

Cybercriminals are adding enabled phishing links in Google Doc comments.

Cybercriminals are using phone numbers they find online to link to their Google Voice account and to get access to other Google accounts.

Since CBD products have become even more popular during the pandemic, they have been used as the main topic in many phishing emails.

Amazon Token fake social media advertisements are circulating.

A fake Covid-19 Omicron PCR test scam is making its way to inboxes.

Cybercriminals are using Netflix in their latest scam targeting current and potential customers.

Cybercriminals are sending out fake Amazon confirmation emails.

Keep these 10 tips in mind while shopping online.

During the latest phishing email, cybercriminals are creating fake customer complaints urging you to act fast and fix what is wrong now.

Cybercriminals use Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales as topics in their phishing emails.

Curious to see if you are cyber smart? See how many of these boxes you can check yes to.

Cybercriminals are using Verizon in their latest scams.

Microsoft is rolling out their Windows 11 upgrade in the next couple of weeks. Cybercriminals are using this topic in their latest phishing scams.

Cybercriminals have learned to get around filters that flag suspicious-looking emails by using common platforms that not all filters will flag.

Schaumburg Business Association's Golf Classic & Ladies Golf Outing was a blast!

Links Technology was recognized in CPI North American MSP Innovation Awards 2021 as an extraordinary example of success in the US managed services market.

We are pleased to announce that Links Technology has been recognized as one of Forbes 2021 America's Best Professional Recruiting Firms!

Heads up all Android users! One of the latest scams going around is targeting Android users with a Smishing Scam.

One of the latest scams going around is a wrong password credential scam.

Be on the lookout for a Facebook-themed phishing attack that is going around.

Using social media platforms and their connections is one of the easiest ways for cybercriminals to trick people ... LinkedIn is the latest victim.

The latest scam going around is a text message with a malicious link in it, better known as a smishing attack.

Watch out for coronavirus, holiday shipping, "Is this a video of you?", and Capitol and Parler scams!

Adjusting how we work during the Pandemic has been the challenge of 2020.

Each year Links employees donate to Poplar Creek Church's Thanksgiving Food Drive for Ontarioville Elementary School.

Enabling macros is one of the most common ways bad guys can get you to install their malware on your computer.

On Monday, September 28, The Schaumburg Business Association (SBA) had their first in-person Signature Event since the COVID Pandemic started.

Links Technology was awarded the 2019 Illinois Parks and Recreation Association and Illinois Association of Park Districts Community Service Award.

Scammers have gotten more clever and are using Covid-19 to their leverage.

It can be a big task to house your network and server operations at your company. This is why more companies are switching to offsite locations.

Work has looked a little different these past few months.

Retail surveys are sent out to customers so the retailer can learn more about what customers want and how they can improve.

Video chats are becoming essential to network with others, hold meetings for work, and to connect with loved ones and friends.

Once again, with great honor, we are proud to announce that Links Technology has been reverified as a Veteran-Owned Small Business for the next three years.

During these scary and unprecedented times, many people have found themselves unemployed.

Netflix, Disney+, Spotify, and many more are being used in phishing scams!

Evil email attacks are still circulating while this Coronavirus pandemic is taking place. Many hackers are using an email claiming “You Are Infected.”

Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, Microsoft has pushed back deadlines for two versions of Windows 10.

Your support requests and concerns are very important to us. Our staff is working around the clock to give our customers top-notch support.

After 5 years, we have just recently been promoting and exhibiting at park district trade shows solely focusing on our Central Parks brand/app platform.

Working remotely may be a part of your job, but you should be mindful of the following risks using public Wi-Fi and how to avoid them.

On Saturday, December 7th Links Technology celebrated its 20th anniversary with a gala party at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel.

We live in a digital-centric world, where technology Be prepared for a disaster so you never have one!

The Links Technology Cup was yet another success on August 14th with around 150 golfers playing 18 holes and taking part in different contests on each hole.

This law will require companies to notify the attorney general in the event of certain data breaches.

It can be really frustrating when people leave negative comments on your Business Facebook Page. A common name for these people is "Facebook Trolls."

This year our employees collected food items for our Food Donation Drive for Volunteers of America.

National Data Privacy Day is on January 28th! Check out some of our quick tips on how you can protect your data.

Be wary of phishing, use strong passwords, consider multi-factor authentication, don't over-share on social media, and don't forget to update your software.

Have you been getting a lot of unsolicited phone calls? Do you know which ones are phone scams?

If you use any of these passwords it would be smart to change them and use the tips in our last blog.

Hackers are becoming smarter than ever. How are you supposed to determine if they are tricking you with a phishing email or not?

The key to making a strong password is to make one that you remember easily but is still a difficult password where others can't guess it.

Sometimes web nerds use intense jargon when talking to clients. Here is Web Designer/Developer terminology explained!

In July, Links COO, Jim Burke, went to visit new client, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Tarrytown, NY.

This year we decided to give a helping hand to a local non-profit, Wings Program Inc., as our National Non-Profit Day Project!

Besides the obvious sacrifices they have made for our country, the primary reason to hire veterans is they come with a critical skill set—discipline.

Comcast users, we are getting word of widespread Comcast outages across the country causing internet latency and total outages.

Some concerning news has surfaced about Facebook allowing your private information to be used by third-party violators.

Links Technology was proud to be a part of the 2018 IAPD/ IPRA Soaring to New Heights Conference on January 18 and 19 in Chicago!

Netflix has been hit by a massive phishing attack campaign.

The ongoing legal dispute between Snopes and Proper Media is now causing some major financial issues.

You know all those recent email scams? Well, now hackers are targeting your smartphone with a text invitation that appears to be a shopping scam.

The 10th Annual Links Technology Cup golf outing is right around the corner! On August 9th, teams of four will compete for the Links Cup.

Yesterday there were multiple reports of yet another massive ransomware cyber-attack affecting several European countries.

With great honor, we announce that Links Technology has been verified by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs CVE as a Veteran-Owned Small Business.

Links Technology demonstrated how easily a phone could be hacked at the SBA Leadership Luncheon with an interactive game show themed thriller.

Remember the W-2 scam trying to trick payroll and human resource officials into disclosing employee names, social security numbers, and income information?

If you have never used an external recruiter, you might be wondering why external IT staffing firms are the go-to solution for many fortune-500 companies.

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The Links Technology Cup went to a dramatic sudden-death playoff in its 9th year while raising funds for the Schaumburg Park Foundation on August 10th.

We recently became aware of a new wave of email scams that are extremely dangerous and more invasive than ever.

In partnership with Alexian Brothers (AMITA) and made possible by a grant from Verizon, Links Technology recently developed a fitness app called Fit Pals.

The Links Family thanks you for your partnership and wishes you and your family a joyous holiday season as we look forward to another great year in 2016!

The new Windows 10 Operating System was released on July 29th to replace Windows 8.1, aiming to bring back classic Windows while continuing to innovate.

Fresh off the heels of a 2nd place finish in the The Fittest Loser competition, the Links Technology team is making a splash in the fitness arena again.

On April 21st Google will begin rolling out its Mobile Friendly search algorithm update.

March 31st is “World Backup Day”, and is a great time to ensure you backup your important documents, photos and music.

The Daily Herald's Fittest Loser At Work Challenge kicks off.

Our technology experts met countless parks and recreation professionals at the IAPD/IPRA Soaring to New Heights conference in Chicago from January 22–24.

Our PowerShark EQR user guide and training videos have been recognized in the Chicago Chapter of the Society for Technical Communication competition.

We recently launched Wheeling Park District’s redesigned website, advancing their web presence and adding dynamic capabilities for both visitors and staff.

In its 7th year, the Links Technology Cup successfully raised funds for the Schaumburg Park Foundation while providing a spirited golf tournament.