Monthly Newsletter
      October 2019
Introducing the Toughbook 55 


The new Panasonic TOUGHBOOK® 55 is a 14" semi-rugged laptop that features an innovative modular design and up to 40 hours of battery life. The modular design allows users to upgrade the memory, storage, keyboard and three different expansion areas. Built with state-of-the-art technology, the TOUGHBOOK 55 offers the latest Intel® 8th Gen quad-core vPro™ processors, infrared webcam with 4 microphones, color-selectable backlit keyboard and a Night mode to reduce eye strain. The TOUGHBOOK 55 is the lightest and thinnest in its class and offers optional FirstNet™ EM7511 Band 14 mobile broadband for maximum mobility. 

TOUGHBOOK 55 launch video
TOUGHBOOK 55 launch video

In This Issue
Recent cyber attacks require us all to be vigilant

Message from Microsoft:

Today we're sharing that we've recently seen significant cyber activity by a threat group we call Phosphorus, which we believe originates from Iran and is linked to the Iranian government.
 
We're sharing this for two reasons. First, it is important that we all - governments and private sector - are increasingly transparent about nation-state attacks and efforts to disrupt democratic processes. Second, while we have processes to notify customers about nation state activity and have AccountGuard to monitor accounts of campaigns and other associated organizations related to election processes in democracies around the world, publishing this information should help others be more vigilant and take steps to protect themselves.


John Bolser Retires After 41+ Years of Service

CDS Office Technologies announced the retirement of John Bolser, VP Sales, Chicago branch office.  John started with CDS in Springfield, IL, on January 30, 1978, as a service tech.  He later was promoted to Service Manager, then Branch Manager and entered into sales in 1985.

John decided to semi-retire in August, 2016 and continued working part-time until this past month.  From service to sales, John has been a valuable asset to CDS and we thank him for all his years of service.

Congratulations John!
Amazon Phishing Attack

HackRead has come across a phishing scam that's trying to trick Amazon customers into handing over their account credentials, personal information, and financial details. The phishing emails purport to be notifications from Amazon informing the recipient that they need to update their information within twenty-four hours or their account will be permanently disabled.

When a victim clicks the "Update Now" button in the email, they'll be taken to a convincing imitation of an Amazon login page. After the victim enters their credentials, the phishing page will present a form for them to input their name, address, city, state, ZIP code, phone number, and date of birth. Next, they'll be asked to provide their credit card and bank account information.

Finally, the phishing site informs the victim that their account has been recovered and says they'll be automatically logged out. The victim is then redirected to the real Amazon website.

The email has several red flags like typos and bad grammar, but even if the emails are perfect-which they often are these days-it is a bad idea to click on the link in the email. Always, you should go directly to Amazon using your web browser and see if your account has any notifications. Think Before You Click.
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