What the Heck is Malvertising?
Search engines just aren’t what they used to be. What was once a simple tool for everything from finding the nearest coffee shop to finding niche information has become a…
Data Stolen on 1 in 3 People Around the World
There are around 8 billion people in the world, and a massive new data breach included about 3 billion compromised records. The data included the names, addresses, Social Security numbers…
How to spot a Business Email Compromise BEC scam
Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams are on the rise and can lead to significant reputational damage and financial losses for companies that are targeted. In these types of sophisticated cyber-attacks,…
Hiring Managers Beware: Deepfakes, Fraudsters and Hackers as Job Seekers
Even in the midst of so many layoffs in the tech sector, cybersecurity professionals are still in high demand. While job seekers have been targeted by scammers, companies must now…
Elder Abuse Awareness: Protecting our Seniors
Elder Abuse Awareness Day is June 15, marking a time for us to bring attention to the challenges and difficulties faced by older adults. It’s also a time to consider…
Guard Your Home’s Digital Gateway with Good Router Security
Probably the least sexy of all home electronics is your internet router. It’s usually the black box that is hooked up to your internet service provider that connects your home…
Spot the Scam: Pop Ups Posing as Windows Updates or Viruses
You’re surfing the web or researching something on your computer and a pop-up suddenly appears telling you your system is out-of-date and needs an update, or worse, the pop-up tells…
Beware of the Accidental Payment Scam
Imagine casually scrolling through your phone when you suddenly get a notification about receiving a big sum of money from someone you don’t know. Your initial excitement quickly gives way…
FBI Warns of Unpaid Tolls Text Message Scam
If you receive a text message claiming you owe money for unpaid road tolls, beware – it’s likely a scam. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a warning…