Posts in the Security category

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  A Short Battery Life Could Mean You Have Malware

  If your computer or smartphone suddenly develops a short battery life, it could mean that your device has been infected with malware.

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  Is There a Shortage of Cybersecurity Professionals?

  All of our most valued possessions are being stored virtually. The safety and security of this data is paramount, but who is looking after it?

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  Are Millennials’ Devices More Susceptible to Viruses?

  The answer may be different than you might think. Find out which generations are more vulnerable to viruses and other types of malware.

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  Google Fixed Over 100 Security Flaws, but Are You Safe?

  Have you heard about the massive security update by Google? Find out more about the large amount of security breaches that were amended.

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  Tips for Avoiding Internet Phishing Schemes

  Phishing is a common way to hack. Find out more about how to avoid these schemes.

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  Here Are the Largest DDoS Attacks in History

  Unfortunately, large-scale DDoS attacks are nothing new. However, they have grown rapidly in frequency and scale over the past few years.

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  Samsung vs. BlackBerry: Which Has Better Security Updates?

  Odds are, the more frequently security updates are offered for your smartphone, the more secure your device is against malicious threats.

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  A Firefox Loophole Allowed Websites to Track Users

  Firefox permitted websites to track users through the status of their device’s battery. Learn more about the incident, and how it’s being handled.

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  Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams topless photos leaked

  The photos are believed to be leaked from a private Facebook account

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  Over a million Android phones infected with a strain of malware called Gooligan

  Android hackers just broke the record for biggest ever Google email account theft