About Mihai
Senior IT Consultant with over a decade of experience driving technological transformation at StratusPointIT.
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Microsoft Copilot: Security & Governance
June 18, 2026 in IT Security, Tech Tips /by MihaiMicrosoft Copilot transforms enterprise workflows by integrating generative AI into everyday operations. Copilot can surface information that is overexposed or poorly classified because it operates based on user permissions. Therefore, aspects such as data integrity, regulatory compliance, and audit readiness are directly connected to AI tool implementation. Copilot quickly drafts summaries and analyzes business-relevant data. […]
Advanced Persistent Threat: Overview
May 27, 2026 in IT Security, Tech Tips /by MihaiAn Advanced Persistent Threat (APT) is a sophisticated cyberattack for which perpetrators plan their campaign thoroughly against strategic targets and carry it out over a prolonged period of time. The consequences of such attacks are intellectual property theft, website or database takeover, obtaining access to critical systems, etc. Unique Characteristics APTs often occur during cyberattacks […]
Passwords Are Dying: The Rise of Passkeys
April 21, 2026 in IT Security, Tech Tips /by MihaiMost users manage various accounts, from banking apps to social media, shopping websites, and everything in between. Securing these accounts is always a challenge. According to the Verizon 2025 Data Breach Investigations Report, 60% of data breaches involved an element of human error. Modern password managers maintain strong, unique credentials for every account, but as […]
Emerging AI Threats To Cybersecurity
March 25, 2026 in IT Security, Tech Tips /by MihaiWhile organizations benefit from technological advancements to further increase productivity, hackers exploit artificial intelligence (AI) technologies to launch cyberattacks at scale. AI-powered tools can amplify traditional social engineering attacks by creating highly realistic phishing or impersonation campaigns. Here are several types of threats that you should be aware of. Let’s dig in. Fraudulent attempts involving […]
Why Your Business Needs an MSP: Key Benefits
February 26, 2026 in Tech Tips /by MihaiFor many small and mid-sized organizations, partnering with a managed services provider is a necessity for overcoming the complex challenges of today’s digital landscape. Most companies are large enough to need professional IT support and strong cybersecurity, but they often lack the resources to sustain a comprehensive IT department. The main benefit is that collaborating […]
Your Phone Number Can Make You a Target
January 26, 2026 in IT Security, Tech Tips /by MihaiIn the last few years, attempts to exploit phone numbers have become increasingly common. The abundance of sensitive information online enables hackers to gather more data easily. Let’s assess how hackers find and fraudulently use your phone number, as well as what you can do to defend yourself and your business against such threats. Have […]
Free Software: Costly Malware
December 17, 2025 in IT Security /by MihaiEarlier this year, the Federal Bureau of Investigation issued a stark warning about an increasingly recurring scam involving free online document converter tools and encouraged victims to report such scams. To perform this scheme, hackers use any type of free file converter or downloader tool. This might be a website claiming to convert one type […]
UML Alumni Connection
December 5, 2025 in News /by MihaiTrending Social Media Scams
November 11, 2025 /2 Comments/in IT Security /by MihaiSocial media has become an essential part of our daily routine. A 2025 GWI research reveals that a typical user spends on average 2 hours and 21 minutes daily on social media while 63.9% of the world’s population uses social media platforms. From staying in touch with friends and colleagues to following the latest news, […]
