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While different types of fraud can bring their own elements of frustrations and consequences, debit card fraud can leave your bank account empty almost immediately and be hard to recover from. That’s why we are so grateful for the email we received from a debit card fraud specialist who shared their incredible knowledge and insight to protect you from debit …

The security of our personal devices is more important than ever. Donna, a resident of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, reached out with a distressing situation that many of us might find all too relatable. Her story is a stark reminder of how quickly technology can turn from a tool into a tormentor when in the wrong hands – even if those …

One of the most advanced Trojans targeting banking apps has gotten an upgrade. Vultur has been wreaking havoc on Androids since security firm ThreatFabric discovered it in 2021. According to researchers with NCC Group, the malware has reemerged and is even stealthier than before. You might remember Vultur for the notoriety it gained for its ability to screen record on …

If you are like me and refuse to give up your home landline, you’re probably no stranger to… well, strange calls. Landlines are more prone to spam calls than cellphones, which offer better call-blocking options. If you’re used to getting the occasional spam call on your landline, you likely already have a system in place to handle it. Perhaps you …

Millions of AT&T customers could be at risk of having their data exposed after the carrier confirmed user data was published on the dark web. More than 73 million current and former customers now have information like their Social Security number, address and more out in the open. According to AT&T, the leak was published two weeks ago. So far, …

Planning a vacation is exciting, but the lead-up can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. From managing mail delivery to ensuring home security, there are several steps you can take to make your time away more relaxing. Let’s dive into some practical tips to help you prepare before your next getaway. CLICK TO GET KURT’S FREE CYBERGUY NEWSLETTER WITH SECURITY ALERTS, …

Russian-backed hackers are using malware disguised as a PDF encryption tool to steal your information. According to the Threat Analysis Group report, Coldriver will send victims encrypted PDFs. When the unsuspecting victim replies saying they can’t see the PDF, the group will send a download link that poses as an encryption tool. But it’s really malware. According to Threat Analysis …

Have you ever wondered whether or not the government is watching what you do online? It’s not an unreasonable question to ask. After all, whistleblowers like Julian Assange and Edward Snowden revealed that the government might be taking a closer look at us than we’d like to think about it. However, we may not know to what extent the government …

While it may be incredibly tempting to have a “go with the flow” mindset like the rest of your vacation, your technology definitely should not be compromised while traveling. Much like we would advise against using public hot spots, hopping onto a public Wi-Fi on-board or at your destination is not always worth the risk. Not all cruise lines are …

Do you ever feel like your Facebook is listening to you, or watching your every move? That whenever you search for something on another website or have a conversation with a friend, the next minute you’re seeing ads on Facebook for that same thing? This is no coincidence. Although Facebook has denied that our phones listen to us, they do …