Cookies are essential to web browsing, and no, we’re not talking about the ones you eat. Every internet user has heard of cookies, especially when clearing search history or visiting a site that claims to track them. But even though people are aware of them, there are a lot of misconceptions about what cookies actually […]
The healthcare industry is vital to society, but unfortunately, there are many people hell-bent on attacking it. For many years, cybercriminals have used everything, from malware attacks to online scams, to steal information directly from healthcare institutions.
Working wherever you want is an amazing perk. You don’t have to waste hours on commutes,you can stay productive at all times, and you never have to put up with annoying office drama. But while remote working arrangements offer a host of benefits, it’s not without its risks.
Phishing scams have come a long way from Nigerian princes proposing unbelievable investment opportunities. Today’s cybercriminals are far more proficient at tricking people into giving up their personal information or clicking on a malware-infected attachment.
It’s hard to believe how far we’ve come with technology. Today you can manage finances, navigate from point A to B, and communicate with colleagues across the country using just your smartphone. These palm-sized supercomputers have become an integral tool in everyone’s daily lives, which also explains why they’ve become prime targets for cyberattacks.
By now, you’ve probably heard about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and the legendary Dogecoin. They’re virtual currencies that allow for faster and more secure payments. Cryptocurrencies can be worth a fraction of a cent in one minute and thousands of dollars in the next, which is why many people are investing in them.
Usernames and passwords are a hacker’s favorite thing to steal target because one set can expose all of a business’s data. Once inside, hackers can hijack your identity, lock you out of your account, and empty your bank accounts. The easiest way to prevent anyone from stealing your account information is with multi-factor authentication (MFA). […]
Software updates are annoying. They take several minutes to an hour to complete, force you to restart your device or program, and worst of all, always seem to arrive when you’re in the middle of something important. It’s tempting to skip these updates altogether especially when you’re busy, but there are several reasons why you […]
Data breaches happen all the time and they’re almost always the result of companies not paying enough attention to cybersecurity. Some businesses may lack the resources to close security gaps but large corporations with even larger budgets also make mistakes.
