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Keeping Your Information More Private and Out of the Hands of Attackers

Identity Theft

Keeping Your Information More Private and Out of the Hands of Attackers

It’s no secret, especially after the recent revelation of the NPD breach, that our information is everywhere online. This is true whether we intentionally allowed it or not. There are numerous websites that collect information about us and post it online. Many are “people search” sites. If you’ve ever looked up an unfamiliar phone number, some of these likely showed up. Well-known lookup sites have all kinds of information on all of us. The challenge is to keep this information from making you a victim of a phishing attack or identity theft. READ FULL STORY

Identity Theft

Senior Safety Online – AARP’s Top Tips For Data Security
By: Jim Stickley and Tina Davis
February 4, 2026

It’s widely known that seniors are a choice target for cybercriminals. In fact, they are the second most target age group for cybersecurity crimes. Thanks to a publication by AARP “My Online Privacy for Seniors,” this e-book offers ways this vulnerable population can be smarter about their online security. It offers basic steps and strategies for keeping PII secure. Below are some of the AARP’s top online tips for seniors, so share them with an older friend or loved one – they’ll thank you for it. READ FULL STORY

Do You Use Google Search? Your Next Download Could Be Infected

Scams & Phishing

Do You Use Google Search? Your Next Download Could Be Infected

Think you're safe downloading software from the top Google search results? Think again. FortiGuard Labs discovered a massive SEO (that’s Search Engine Optimization) poisoning campaign. Cybercriminals create fraudulent websites that look almost identical to legitimate software providers and use special plugins to artificially bump these fake sites to the top of search rankings when you type something into the address window. For now, these are primarily targeting Chinese-speaking users, but the tactics being used could easily spread to English-speaking audiences next…and as is typically the case, they likely will.  READ FULL STORY
Sneaky Fake Error Pop-Ups Are Spreading Malware Everywhere

Scams & Phishing

Sneaky Fake Error Pop-Ups Are Spreading Malware Everywhere

It’s the kind of online trick that makes your heart skip a beat. A window pops up on your screen telling you there’s something wrong with your computer or that the website you’re trying to view is corrupted. But what looks like a legitimate warning might actually be a malware trap, and cybercrooks are using it to infect your devices without you realizing it. Security experts have discovered a new scam tool being used on compromised websites. READ FULL STORY
It’s a New Year, but Old Vulnerabilities Are Still Coming For Us

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It’s a New Year, but Old Vulnerabilities Are Still Coming For Us

It may be January, but that doesn’t mean cybercriminals are taking a break. In fact, they're starting strong with CVE-2026-0628. This is a newly disclosed, critical-severity vulnerability that security researchers say could allow attackers to completely take over systems with little effort. And you are probably asking if you might be at risk. Well, if you are one of the 3 billion plus users of Google’s Chrome browser, you just might be. READ FULL STORY

Mobile Security

Accounts Drained By Zelle Smishing Scam
By: Jim Stickley and Tina Davis
January 30, 2026

From time to time, scammers come up with a new tactic using new technology, new events, or whatever they can to continue tricking us into giving up our personal or confidential information. Over the past few years and with the increasing use of texting and SMS messaging, a newer one in the bag of tricks has been coined as “smishing.” Because it’s text, it often catches people off guard and causes them to react quickly, which is exactly what you shouldn’t do. READ FULL STORY

Has Your Account Been Compromised? Five Cyber Smart Tips Everyone Can Use

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Has Your Account Been Compromised? Five Cyber Smart Tips Everyone Can Use

The transition to living life through our devices has become very real for scores of people and businesses. By now, the coronavirus has changed our lives in ways we never expected. This transition includes doing most things from home. Unfortunately, adapting to online life also gives bad actor’s a cornucopia of targets to exploit. There are proactive steps to take when you suspect an account may be compromised, including ways to help keep it from happening to begin with. READ FULL STORY
Account Hijacking – Keep Yours From Cyberthieves

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Account Hijacking – Keep Yours From Cyberthieves

Most of us would agree there are too many ways our sensitive PII ends up in the hands of cybercriminals. One of these ways is account hijacking and few users, if any, are spared from this cyberthreat. This type of identity theft can happen without us knowing until it’s too late, but we can help prevent it. A closer look at this all-too-common cybercrime, also called account takeover, can help to make us cyber-smarter and our accounts and PII safer. READ FULL STORY
Apple Sounds Alarm to Update for 800 Million Users

Mobile Security

Apple Sounds Alarm to Update for 800 Million Users

Apple has just sounded the alarm to more than 800 million iPhone users worldwide, urging immediate action after discovering a critical security flaw that’s already being manipulated by hackers in real-world attacks. All iPhones capable of running recent iOS versions, including iPhone XS and later models, are vulnerable if they aren’t updated. Older devices that can’t run the newest software are also at risk unless updated to the latest supported version Apple offers. READ FULL STORY
Phishing Scams Exploit Pricey Auto-Subscription Fears

Scams & Phishing

Phishing Scams Exploit Pricey Auto-Subscription Fears

With email among the top productivity tools in our everyday lives, we know cybercriminals have adopted it for their benefit, too. And now, according to an alert by the National Security Agency (NSA) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), there’s a new and highly lucrative email phishing campaign making the rounds. Both agencies are sounding the alarm about a particular version of this phish, wanting the public to know how it works. READ FULL STORY
Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

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Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

It’s already well into the new year and a fresh year usually brings fresh goals—exercise more, spend less, maybe try a new hobby. But one resolution that deserves a permanent spot on everyone’s list is tightening up your personal cybersecurity. Cyberthreats don’t take holidays, and scammers aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re getting bolder, trickier, and faster at finding new ways to get into your accounts and steal your money or data. READ FULL STORY
FBI Warns Medusa is Trying to Snake Her Way Into Your Network

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FBI Warns Medusa is Trying to Snake Her Way Into Your Network

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) recently issued a warning about a ransomware-as-a-service variant that has been on the attack since December. The Medusa ransomware, a sophisticated cyber threat that has targeted over 300 victims across critical infrastructure sectors. These include, healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The group employs tactics such as phishing campaigns and exploiting unpatched software vulnerabilities to gain unauthorized access to systems. READ FULL STORY
Is Your Computer Hacked? The Clues and Tips You Should Know

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Is Your Computer Hacked? The Clues and Tips You Should Know

Wondering if your computer might be a hacking victim is an uneasy feeling at best. The signs and symptoms are there, and you need to know what they are and what to do about them. It’s a kind of one-two punch to hackers from you and your device. But there are clues that help you decide if someone other than you has had access to your computer. Treating a hacked computer begins with preventing one in the first place. It takes a promise to use cyber-smarts daily, and bolstering your device with security software. READ FULL STORY
A Scammer Can Wreak Havoc With Your Online Banking Account Number

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A Scammer Can Wreak Havoc With Your Online Banking Account Number

Most people know to protect their Social Security number, debit card PIN, or online banking password. But many don’t realize that something far more ordinary—your bank account number—can also be a goldmine for scammers. It may not seem sensitive at first glance (after all, it’s printed on every check), but in the wrong hands, it can lead to serious financial trouble. While banks often catch suspicious activity, scammers know that many people don’t check their accounts daily, giving them time to slip transactions through. READ FULL STORY




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