It’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month
There are few pseudo holiday celebration days or months that truly get my attention. But National Cyber Security Awareness Month definitely does! It’s the one month a year that consumers are consistently reminded by news reporters, government agencies, non-profits and security companies that security is everyone’s responsibility. All of us need to take actions to […] more…What Threats Are Unique To My Mobile Device?
Imagine your body being targeted by 75 million viruses. That is exactly what’s happening to your digital devices and mobile devices are being targeted like never before. Mobile smartphone and tablets are being targeted in record numbers. Android has become the most popular platform for new malware, and in McAfee’s Second Quarter Threats Report, was targeted exclusively […] more…$30 hacking kit allows you to steal BMWs
On-board diagnostics (OBD) security bypass kits, replete with reprogramming modules and blank keys, are reportedly enabling low-intelligence thieves to steal high-end cars such as BMWs in a matter of seconds or minutes. According to The Register, the $30 bypass tools are being shipped from China and Eastern Europe in kit form to unskilled criminals. Tags: […] more…Laptop Theft is a Serious Problem
Almost all of us know someone who has lost or had their mobile device stolen. Thieves are becoming more sophisticated every day. They are after your personal information. But what about losing your laptop computer? Petty thieves used to steal a laptop for its quick resale value. But as laptop prices have come down and […] more…New Mobile Security App for Android Smartphones
Consumers with smartphones understand they are carrying around the functions of a computer, but most users are unaware that smartphones are susceptible to the same security threats that plague laptops and desktops. As more online retailers introduce mobile e-commerce applications, criminal hackers are taking notice. Existing mobile operating systems are under attack and, like standard […] more…Celebrities Are Lures For Scammers
“Just Google it.” You’ve probably heard this phrase a thousand times before, and for good reason—search is one of the top activities we do online[1]. But while you are searching online for information and content, keep in mind that scammers are also searching for victims. Scammers have been very productive in creating fake or infected […] more…Malicious Websites – The Web is a Dangerous Place
McAfee’s latest Threats Report shows a growth in malicious websites replacing botnets as the primary infection mechanism. This means that by just simply visiting a website you could be exposed to malicious things that can do harm to your computer, mobile device, finances or identity. Websites with bad reputations are influenced by the hosting of […] more…No Surprise—Ransomware On the Rise
McAfee’s latest Threats Report shows a 1.5 million increase in malware since last quarter. 2012 is in fact, far and away the busiest year ever for malware with an estimated total of 100 million malware samples worldwide by Q3 2012. With the malware growth rate up nearly 100,000 per day, McAfee has identified these key […] more…Technology Fuels Cyberbullying and Cheating in Teens
McAfee’s study “The Digital Divide: How the Online Behavior of Teens is Getting Past Parents” shows an alarming 70% of teens have hidden their online behavior from their parents, up from 45% in 2010. And yet half of parents live under the assumption that their teen tells them everything he/she does online. The school year is now upon us. […] more…Protect Your Facebook Photos
Imagine you have a baby and want to share your newborn’s photos with your Facebook friends and family all across the country. You snap the pictures and post and receive lots of fun and exciting feedback. Then a week later you are scanning Craigslist to buy some second hand baby stuff like strollers and maybe […] more…Are Your Mobile Apps Up To No Good?
Most of us have heard the saying “It’s 2am, what are your kids doing?” and you may know, but do you know what your mobile apps are doing? I know before I started working in the industry, I would not have given a second thought to this, but consider this. Why would an app designed […] more…Mobile Security App Surpasses 1 Million Downloads on Google Play
If you told me 10 years ago that mobile phone security was going to be a huge issue I would have told you to put down your cocktail and give me your keys. Back then all we had was feature phones or “dumb phones” and your phone was high tech if it had games on […] more…Keep Your Gadgets Secure During Summer Travel
Traveling isn’t at all fun. Vacationing is fun, but getting there and dealing with taxis, rental cars, airplanes, hotels and all the unfamiliarity can be unpleasant. And in the midst of all this, criminals are on the lookout for people vacationing. You tend to be more relaxed and your “guard” is down. You also may […] more…
Scams Are a Sport This Summer
Scammers tend to follow an editorial calendar much like journalists do. For example when the holiday season is coming journalists often write about bargains to be had while scammers use the season as an opportunity to try and entice users with deals that are “too good to be true.” This same practice is also used […] more…Jail for man who tricked women into taking hacked webcams into shower
It’s jail for a 21-year-old Californian man who tricked female victims into taking their spyware-infected laptops into the shower with them. Thousands of secretly-taken still images and videos were found on Trevor Harwell’s computer. more… What Are The Risks Of A Lost Or Stolen Mobile Device?
Have you ever thought about what would happen if you lost your mobile phone? These days we rely on our mobile phones more than ever. For a lot of us, it can also be a nightmare if it’s lost, stolen or hacked, especially since today it’s become our most personal computer, But despite the fact […] more…More information
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