Hidden Cobra Malware Infects Android Phones
Watch out for these new trojan packages, which includes malicious executable files that can take over your device in scary ways.
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Hackers Target Taxpayers with Ransomware During Tax Season
As if tax season wasn’t stressful enough, hacking groups claiming to be the IRS, are targeting victims with malware and ransomware.
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Bitcoin Scams are Coming Your Way
People all over the world have fallen prey to cryptocurrency cons, don’t be a victim -- learn the ins and outs of these scams.
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Vishing Scams are a New Threat and Not Fun
Watch out for this latest criminal enterprise that involves calling you and impersonating your bank.
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How the Connection Between IoT and Smartphones Compromise Your Safety
With the emergence of smart devices, we can control appliances and other aspects of our lives. But, are you letting in intruders at the same time?
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Spider Ransomware Gives You 96-Hours to Pay
Cybercriminals encrypt all of the victim’s files, which remain locked forever if they fail to pay in a timely fashion.
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Beware of New Android Malware That Steals Your Facebook Password
A series of malicious apps have been discovered in the Google Play Store. How can you keep your information safe?
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Don’t Know How Phishing Scams Work? Here’s Lesson 101
Hackers are going phishing, and it doesn’t involve an afternoon at the local pond. Here's your introduction to these shady scams.
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Is Facial Recognition the Most Secure Option for Your Smartphone?
With multiple options to secure your mobile device, what is the most secure? We run down the choices for you.
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Malicious Ransomware Could Be Around the Corner
Ransomware is one of the most aggressive variants of malware, holding your data hostage until you pay the price. What can you do about it?
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The Shame and Humiliation of Being Hacked
Many victims of hacking are ashamed to come forward due to the limited resources available to them. Learn what to do if this happens to you.
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NSA Whistleblower Releases Security App for Android
Edward Snowden has released a security app that allows your smartphone to monitor its surroundings. Learn how it works.
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Phony IRS Emails: What to Look Out For
Beware of emails with attachments, either wanting information regarding a potential refund or requests for personal information.
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Celebrate Your Own Cybersecurity Women’s Day!
To honor International Women’s Day, here are some ways to empower your own cybersecurity.
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When to Block a Number and How to Do It
Whether it be a scammer, marketer, harasser or ex, blocking phone numbers after a certain point is sometimes necessary.
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6 Ways That Cybercriminals Try to Take Over Your Device
Learn the methods that hackers use to exploit your smartphone and steal your personal information. It’s scarier than you think.
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Are You Fictionalizing Your Past to Thwart Hackers?
Many people struggle with creating passwords because they want their passwords to be so difficult that hackers won't be able to guess them.
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Celebrate Safer Internet Day with These 5 Security Tips
The internet may serve up your favorite cat videos or GIFs, but it can also leave your privacy at risk.
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The Rise of Phishing Scams via Text Message
Phishing scams are becoming more and more prevalent, and hackers are getting better at tricking their victims through text messages. Learn how to be safe!
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How Can Apps be Repackaged With Malware?
The apps you’re using may contain malware without you even knowing. Look into this today to protect yourself.
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3 Ways to Protect Yourself From Malvertising
You know those third-party ads you see on high-end websites? They just might be "malvertising." We'll show you how to steer clear of this risk.
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Why It’s a Bad Sign if Your Apps Keep Crashing
Crashing apps can be a pain, but they may be more than a simple annoyance. Find out more about this problem, and what you can do about it.
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Where Do Most Phishing Attacks Occur and Why?
The chances of being attacked only increase as we become more connected to devices and the Internet. But some countries experience more attacks than others.
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How Do Phishing Attacks via Google Docs Work?
Looking to better understand some of the phishing attacks on Google Docs that have dominated the headlines recently? Here's how they work.