Hackers design spyware to hide it in your phone’s user interface so it can do its job discreetly. Some spyware can even access your iCloud account and monitor every activity…

The majority of free VPN apps aren’t exactly paragons of virtue when it comes to respecting your privacy. Not only do they collect your data, but they also sell it,…

As we continue to digitize most parts of our day-to-day lives, we inadvertently create room for malicious individuals to exploit. While we socialize, do business, and search for love online,…

All the VPNs, antivirus programs, and password managers in the world can’t protect you from yourself. You need to keep your guard up online and your wits about you. If…

Most people trust that antivirus warnings mean something is wrong with their device, which is why attackers create fake virus warnings to trick you. This example of internet fraud can…

We’re used to seeing a quick message asking us for personalized or custom data preferences when we visit a website. Yet as annoying as they may be – bringing you…

Also known as a sweepstakes scam or lottery scam, this smishing (SMS phishing) attempt notifies you that you have won a prize, like a new car, iPad, or vacation. But,…

When travelling, it’s important to keep your devices with you at all times. This includes your laptop, smartphone, tablet and any other devices that contain sensitive information. If possible, keep…

“Pump-and-dump” scams occur when brokers hype up the potential of a (usually cheaply priced) listed firm to inflate the value of stock before selling their outsized shares. This scam existed…

Phishing attacks are getting more sophisticated and harder to identify. If anyone reaches out to you claiming to be from your bank, don’t engage with them. Instead, call the official…