Mobile phones and other devices are super intelligent. By default, they know who you are, what you’re interests are, what music you like, where you’re likely to shop, and even where you are located at any given time. That’s a lot of information to trust to anybody, particularly when you’re not really sure what they’re… Read More »
Posts Categorized: Cyber Security
Everything You Need to Know About Email Harvesting Prevention
Email harvesting is the process of gathering a large number of email addresses for the purpose of bulk emailing or spam. Spammers harvest email addresses through a variety of different techniques, such as hacking website, accessing contact lists and address books on hacked computers, and by buying email lists from other spammers. Email spam is… Read More »
Maintaining Your Data Security When Traveling
Travel season is here. Whether you’re enjoying some well earned down time with your family or hitting the conference circuit for work, secure travel should be a top priority. On your home network, you are likely more comfortable and secure in your data use. But when using unfamiliar networks and hotspots, you inevitably make yourself… Read More »
Basic Precautions to Take When You Receive a Suspicious Email
Email can be a hacker’s best friend. It is the perfect opportunity to get or give fraudulent information. Phising emails can make you unknowingly share your password information. Emails with viruses attached can do real damage to your file security. If users are not careful, they can easily get into real trouble and become the… Read More »
Tips on How to Avoid Internet Surveillance
Hardly a day goes by when most people don’t find themselves using the internet in either a personal or professional capacity. It has become such a crucial research tool, source of entertainment and communication that it is frankly difficult to imagine what day to day business would look like without it. That said, as the… Read More »
Five Ways to Tell If Your Device Has Been Hacked
Even with the best anti-virus and anti-spyware software installed and updated on your computer, there is inevitably a chance that something could happen and your device could be hacked. Cyber-criminals are smart and always inventing new and surprising ways to attack internet users to access personal information and do damage to your computer. It is… Read More »
Make Your Social Media Truly Private With These Tips
Social media is an amazing tool for businesses and individuals alike. But privacy concerns remain an issue. Each website or mobile application has a unique set of privacy settings and vulnerabilities that should be taken into consideration when sharing your information with their service. Remember, companies like Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn are companies out to… Read More »
Everything You Need to Know About Internet Safety
The internet is an incredible resource, with vast amounts of information at your very fingertips. But it’s widespread availability and intrinsic value to users makes it a key target for criminals. In order to stay safe online, there are a few lessons everyone should know. Here are the most important things you need to know… Read More »
Choosing the Best Anti-Virus for Your Company
We live in the age of connected devices. All aspects of our lives, from how we do business, to how we seek information, manage our day to day activities and even interact with others, has been revolutionized since the advent of the internet. The internet has made it easy for everyone to share ideas, find… Read More »
Studies Show C-Suite Executives Don’t Understand Cyber Threats
The connected and always-on nature of e-commerce makes it very hard for most businesses, corporations, and business owners to imagine the world without the internet. Businesses and consumers alike are extremely dependent on cyberspace in one way or another. The advent of the internet and the innovative ways in which businesses around the world have… Read More »