If you think ransomware attacks are the deadliest of cyberattacks, think again. While extremely devastating, you can at least retrieve your encrypted files after ransomware negotiations in many cases. Unfortunately,…

Backdoor, as the name suggests, acts as a hidden gateway to enter a smartphone. In other words, backdoors are a way to bypass authentication of a smartphone and raise privileges…

Email attachments can be dangerous. They might contain malware that causes an infection when downloaded. Even if you get an attachment from someone you know, think about it before opening…

Mobile malware has been a growing threat for years. As mobile devices become more important to personal and business lives, the number and types of mobile malware are rapidly expanding.…

If you’re like many individuals, you’re probably using the same handful of passwords for just about everything you do. If you want to use the same password for Facebook and…

A popular trend in phishing scams is the unsolicited gift card prize offer. This involves getting an unsolicited email or SMS message from McDonald's, Subway or another popular restaurant or…

To minimize the potential damage of an attacker gaining access to your credit card information, consider opening a credit card account for use only online. Keep a minimum credit line…

Malware and viruses are terms often used interchangeably, but they mean different things. The major difference in malware vs viruses is their capabilities. Malware is short for “malicious software,” and…

Technology continues to evolve and open extraordinary opportunities every day. However, it’s also opening equally extraordinary opportunities for bad actors banking on consumers’ casual security habits. With the work and…

If you use an Android device, you’ll learn that not every app is available on the Google Play Store. Although it is highly recommended to download apps only from the…