Posts in the Security category

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  Malicious Android Malware Intercepts Your Bank’s Phone Calls and Texts

  A scary malware is embedding itself into Android devices and intercepting private data between you and your bank.

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  The Facebook Malware Scanner is Holding Users Hostage

  Facebook has a plan to keep your account secure from malware, unfortunately, the idea has led to some problems for dedicated social media users.

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  Cool Tool Helps You Check Passwords Against Security Breaches

  The password-verification tool has been integrated into the popular password manager 1Password.

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  Try These Settings to Ensure Android is Protecting Your Privacy

  Your smartphone has some settings that can reinforce security and keep your data more private.

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  Higher Education Workers Rarely Fall for Phishing Scams

  A new study that examined 15 industries found that higher education workers rarely fall for phishing scams.

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  Signal Protocol Ensures Your Private Chats Stay Secure

  Companies have turned to the Signal protocol to keep apps like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger safe.

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  Your Online Payments Are At Risk

  It’s becoming more common for hackers to steal sensitive information through fraudulent emails that appear legitimate.

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  Android P’s New Features Guard You Against Snoops and Spies

  Google has begun distributing a developer preview of the next Android OS which includes a privacy tool.

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  Don’t Get Poked by Spear Phishing Attacks: Learn Hacking Methods

  These phishing scams attempt to steal your sensitive data, but what happens when they're so realistic they seem tailored directly to you?

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  Uh Oh, Hackers Can Barrel Through Two-Factor Authentication

  The tried and true security method may not be as reliable as it used to be.