In late August, Nevada faced a sophisticated cyberattack that dramatically disrupted state operations and raised urgent concerns about data security. Watch Sierra Computer Group CEO Darren McBride’s interview with KVTN, to see how we protect your business’s assets. Face the State: Darren McBride, CEO of Sierra Computer Group | Videos | 2news.com
Think of ransomware like a hacker’s Swiss Army knife—constantly upgraded with smarter tools and tactics. In 2025, this threat has become more precise, more deceptive, and significantly more damaging. Cybercriminals are no longer just encrypting data—they’re using artificial intelligence, targeting remote work gaps, and embracing new attack models that make these threats harder to predict…
Remote Access Security Fundamentals As everyone continues to deal with changes and restrictions due to COVID-19, many businesses have transitioned to a work-from-home model as a way to continue operations. Some busineses are using VPNs to allow direct connections for remote workers, others are using tools such as Splashtop, Microsoft remote Desktop, or Cisco Webex.…
Darren McBride was at Thursday’s presentation, learning how to maximize savings as the country transitions into the new tax era. The owner of Sierra Computer Group says his business will see immediate gains. “The overall, over the next couple of years, lower tax rate puts more money back in the business, which let’s us buy…
We are a small business ourselves and one thing I hear from potential customers, or friends and family is: Can we afford good IT? Isn’t it expensive to hire an IT person? The reality is that it’s not as cost prohibitive as you would think. Especially, when the work being done is enhancing the performance…
Look out for Locky, the newest member of the ransomware family. It has only emerged in the past few weeks but has already proved to be much more devastating than its predecessors. The main difference between Locky and the other variants of ransomware is that can see un-mapped networked drives. Files encrypted by Locky don’t…
For more information please see the KTVN news story below. http://www.ktvn.com/story/31417104/nevada-attorney-general-laxalt-warns-of-technical-support-scams If you have any questions feel free to call us at 775-322-6455. Thank you and stay safe, Sierra Computer Group
You likely turn on your alarm system and lock up before you leave your office. But do you have the same security in place to protect your computer network? Having the proper network technology in place guards against viruses and the theft of data. You are at risk for unauthorized intrusions, noncompliance, downtime and even…
