Google Wants Children Watching YouTube Kids App
More often than not, Google is seen as a force for good on the internet. However, in one area in particular, their actions and words haven't been in alignment, and it's gotten them in trouble. …
How to Spot Three Forms of Phishing Attacks
One of the crazy things about hackers is that they will do whatever it takes to ensure that they steal as much information and sensitive data as possible. One of the more innovative ways that …
Can Computer Data Be Stolen Through Power Lines?
If you have an air-gapped computer, you probably think you're safe.Ā You may think that barring physical access to the machine, no hacker could possibly steal the data on that machine.Ā Unfortunately, you'd be incorrect. …
Be Careful, Searches May Provide False Download links
If you're downloading software from the web, be careful.Ā Take the extra step of verifying that you're on the developer's website, because the hackers have a new trick up their sleeve.Ā It's actually a deceptively …
Tip of the Week: āSecureā Browsing Doesnāt Mean āPrivateā
Nearly every brand of browser offers some of supposedly covert browsing options. Google Chrome has Incognito mode, Microsoft Edge allows you to access the web using āInPrivateā mode, and Appleās Safari browser also offers users …
Panera Bread Customer Accounts Exposed To Threats
Panera Bread company is the latest to find itself in hot water.Ā Recently, security researcher Dylan Houlihan discovered that the company had failed to encrypt (or otherwise protect) a file containing usernames, email addresses, physical …
Tech Tip #69: Secure Your Network
In today's cyber age, there is no room for mistakes. Ransomware and other formsĀ of Cybercrime are so prevalent that no company, no matter the size, is safe. Employee negligence, and unpredictable natural disasters are also …
No Spectre Fix For Certain Intel Processors
The bad news just doesn't seem to stop where Intel and the Speectre vulnerability are concerned.Ā The latest bit of news comes directly from Intel, as the company admits that it's just not possible to …
IRS to CPAs - Hackers are Targeting You
The IRS has issued a warning to tax professionals to step up their cyber security to prevent sensitive taxpayer information from being stolen. CPA firms, large and small, are being targeted by hackers and identity …
Microsoft Helping With Ransomware In Office 365
Microsoft recently made small but significant changes to its Office 365 subscription service and to OneDrive, which are often used in tandem.Ā The goal is to make it easier for users whose files have been …