The Security Threat You Didn't Know Was Running Your Website
Most business owners know they need antivirus software, strong passwords, and protection against phishing emails.
But some of today's biggest security threats are hiding somewhere most people never think about: inside the software that makes websites and business systems work.
A recent example is a serious security problem called PHP2Shell.
The Forgotten Devices on Your Network
Ask most staff what is connected to the Housing Authority network and they will name the obvious things: desktop computers, the server, maybe the Wi-Fi router. The harder question is what is connected that nobody thinks about anymore.
Microsoft Publisher Has Been Retired: What to Do Now
Microsoft has officially retired the program, and it affects how you open, edit, and create those files going forward.
What Happened
If your office printer feels like it causes more delays than it saves, you're not alone. Most printer frustration in a small front office comes down to a handful of repeat offenders — and most of them take less than five minutes to fix.
Why Printers Cause So Much Wasted Time
AI tools can save real time drafting letters, summarizing memos, and cleaning up notes. But every time you type something into one of these tools, it's worth pausing for a second and asking: should this information leave my computer at all?
This isn't about avoiding AI — it's about using it the same way you'd use any outside tool that isn't part of your housing authority's secure systems.
The Simple Rule
When the Security Prompt Is Real, But the Person Asking You to Approve It Isn't
For years, we've trained people to trust one thing above almost everything else in cybersecurity: the authentication prompt on their phone. See a legitimate-looking notification from Microsoft, approve it, and move on with your day. That instinct has protected a lot of organizations from a lot of attacks.
It's also exactly what a newer wave of attackers is now counting on.
Attackers Aren't Breaking In. They're Being Let In.
A new scam is tricking people into hacking their own computers
You've clicked "I'm not a robot" a thousand times. It's second nature: click the box, maybe select a few traffic lights, and move on with your day.
That's exactly why a new scam called Click-Fix is so effective.
It doesn't try to sneak malware onto your computer. Instead, it convinces you to install it yourself.
Here's how the scam works and how to make sure it never works on you.
Imagine your phone rings. The caller sounds exactly like your mom, brother, or best friend. They're upset, need help immediately, and ask you to act fast.
The problem? It may not be them at all.
The New Face of an Old Scam
Impersonation scams have been around for years, but AI has made them far more convincing. With just a few seconds of someone's voice from a social media video, voicemail, or podcast, scammers can create a realistic voice clone.
Most front-office staff send the same few messages again and again: late payment reminders, maintenance follow-ups, document requests, inspection notices, and welcome letters.
Retyping these messages, or searching through old emails to copy and paste them, wastes valuable time. It also increases the chance of leaving out important details or creating inconsistencies from one letter to the next.
The solution is simple: create each message once, save it, and reuse it whenever you need it.
Step 1: Set Up Quick Parts in Outlook
Warmer weather means travel, outdoor plans, and a little more time away from home but it also means a little more opportunity for identity thieves. Whether you're heading out of town for work or fun, a few simple habits can go a long way toward keeping your personal information safe. Here are our team's top tips for protecting yourself this summer.
Secure Your Devices
