Tag Archives: privacy

We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment when we’re staring at a login screen, desperately trying to recall a complex password with multiple cases, numbers and symbols. Forgetting passwords is not only maddening, it can also pose security risks if we resort to easily guessable ones. Thankfully, Apple has a brilliant solution built right into your iPhone that can save you …

Unfortunately, phishing scams seem to be the new normal. Most recently, an elderly woman in the tri-state area almost got scammed for $25,000. According to Patch.com, what began as an average phishing scam turned even more sinister when the scammer turned up at this elderly victim’s house to retrieve money physically. GET SECURITY ALERTS, EXPERT TIPS — SIGN UP FOR …

A termination letter involving a former top official at the now-defunct agency that ran West Virginia’s foster care and substance use support services is public information, a state appeals court ruled this week, siding with the television station that was denied the letter. The public interest in the firing of former Department of Health and Human Resources Deputy Secretary Jeremiah …

We’ve all heard before that our cellphones are listening to us and monitoring our every move. While this has been debunked (or, at least, explained), the fact of the matter is that data tracking is standard practice by the most popular mobile carriers these days. And still in 2024, even with complaints from users, new tracking methods are continually emerging, …

Have you ever had that sinking feeling that something’s not quite right with your computer? Maybe it’s running slower than usual or there are new icons on your desktop that you don’t recognize. Well, you might not be just imagining things; you could have been hacked. While the first reaction may be to panic, the best possible first step if …

Computer maker Dell faced a huge security challenge after a cyberattack stole information for approximately 49 million customers. Dell confirmed that the type of information stolen includes people’s names, postal addresses, and Dell hardware and order information, such as service tags, item descriptions, order dates and different warranty information. Laptop computer. (Dell) What happened: a breakdown of the incidents Menelik, …

In today’s digital age, it’s not uncommon to be on the receiving end of some unsolicited and potentially malicious online advice. Take, for instance, the concern raised by “Barbara,” who reached out with a question that might have crossed many minds: “Hi, Kurt. I can’t remember if I read this online or someone told me about it, but when you …

Whether you have an older PC lying around your home or you’re considering buying a used/refurbished PC to save money, there’s nothing wrong with doing this. However, there is one problem you should know about: older computers can be more vulnerable to security threats because they haven’t been given updates in a long time. This not only puts you at …

Ascension, one of the largest health systems in the United States with 140 hospitals, faced a significant cyberattack that disrupted its operations. It was reported that the attack caused patient record systems to go offline, forcing medical staff to resort to paper records. This event is a stark reminder of the vulnerability of America’s health care system to cyberthreats. CLICK …

So much of how we live and interact with the world happens online. From engaging with people professionally and personally, to posting photos, storing files and accessing our bank account information, this all represents what’s known as our “digital legacy.” What happens to all of this after we pass away? Unlike physical items that we may pass on after we …