Computer Security
Which Two-Factor Authentication Option Is the Best?
On the face of it, two-factor authentication (2FA) is a ruthlessly simple and incredibly effective security feature. In essence, by implementing two-factor authentication, you ensure that an attacker can't take over a... Read more
How Does the New York SHIELD Act Affect the Privacy of Our Private Data?
Somewhat understandably, the current coronavirus pandemic means that not that many people are thinking about data security at the moment. Nevertheless, the virus will be defeated (hopefully) soon, and we'll need to... Read more
Hijacked Routers Used to Spread Coronavirus Malware-Ridden Apps
We are living through a pandemic, and in this time of unrest, panic surrounding Coronavirus has yet to subside. People feel uneasy and scared of what's to come. In these frightening times, cybercriminals thrive.... Read more
Downloading Pirated Software Is Not Only Illegal but Also Dangerous
Where do you go when you want to install a new program or a new game? Hopefully, you are relying on legitimate download websites and you are doing your research before committing to anything. Note that if you end up... Read more
Breach Candy Hospital Leaves 121 Million Patients' Records Exposed
We expect companies that handle our most personal information to take every possible safety precaution to protect us from cybercriminals. However, not all organizations take cyber security seriously even if they are... Read more
'I Got Phished' Promises to Notify the Victims of Phishing Scams
If most of your work tasks are performed online, you probably encounter phishing emails from time to time. Everyone knows (at least in theory) that they need to avoid phishing, but sometimes it is hard to tell... Read more
1 Billion WI-Fi Connected Devices Are Vulnerable Due to a Security Vulnerability
IoT is the future, or so we're being told all the time - with technology not so much marching, but rather frog leaping into orbit, smart homes and interconnected appliances that you can command at will from your phone... Read more
Coronavirus Scam Uses a Fake COVID-19 Map Pushing an App That Lets Cybercrooks Spy on You Through Your Phone
We are currently living through a pandemic. Coronavirus is spreading rapidly and has become a global issue. People are scared, and the news is only adding to that fear. Every time you turn on a TV, open a site, or any... Read more
Rainbow Table Password Attack - What Is It and How Do You Protect Yourself From It
A rainbow table is just one of the many potent tools in the arsenal of the cybercriminals of today. While a rainbow table password attack has its limitations, it does give hackers the opportunity to effectively steal... Read more
Scam Alert - Watch out for Fake Walmart Password Reset Email
Nowadays, technology does not so much march forward as skyrockets into new and unexpected directions at a staggering speed. Using the Internet is practically a necessity for business and personal matters.... Read more
What Is Juice Jacking? Is It Safe to Use Public USB Ports?
You're in a public place, you need to use your smartphone, but you've forgotten to charge it up before you left home. You don't have a charger, and you've never really grown used to carrying bulky power banks with... Read more
$405 Million Has Been Stolen From Military Veterans Using Scams Since 2012
When it comes to fraudsters, they feel no shame as they prey on the most vulnerable people like military veterans who, for example, might require money or might be unable to say no to other soldiers in need. According... Read more
Have You Reached Full Gmail Potential? A "Good Enough" Password Won't Do the Trick
If you don’t have a Gmail account, you must be very independent and self-sufficient. Or perhaps you’ve been living in a taiga all this time. Either way, it is a lot more common to have several Gmail accounts these... Read more
What Is a Homograph Attack and How to Protect Yourself Against It?
Security news website The Register recently wrote about a new zero-day vulnerability that could allow what is known as a 'homograph attack,' and Shaun Nichols, the report's author, was quite surprised and a bit... Read more
HMRC Reminds People to Watch out for Scams and Fraud Ahead of the 2020 Tax Season
If you live in the United Kingdom, you know that a new tax season is about to begin, as the 2019/2020 tax year is ending on April 5th. Although tax scams are prevalent throughout the year, they always become more... Read more
What Is Pharming and How to Protect Yourself From It?
You could argue that there are a few significant similarities between pharming and phishing. In fact, many could confuse the two terms quite easily, which isn't really a surprise given that the ultimate goal is the... Read more
Would Hackers Go After Your Pets? Unfortunately, They Have That Option
If you have a pet, you know what pantry items should be out of reach. You know not to leave them in a car on a sunny day. You know that doors and windows need to be closed to keep them inside. You know when their... Read more
MEMS Vulnerability Makes It Possible to Hijack Voice Assistants, Including Alexa, Google Home, or Siri
Virtual assistants were created to perform various tasks to make our lives easier. Over the years, they have changed a lot, and, today, we even have voice assistants like Alexa and Siri that can control several smart... Read more
