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Archive · Jul 6, 2021

What Makes Ransomware Successful and Why It Won't Ever Really Stop

Ransomware is absolutely everywhere. What is going on? Why is ransomware so effective? Is there anything we can do about it?

Archive · Jul 5, 2021

These Real Apps On Google Play Are Harvesting Facebook Logins

Criminals are using real apps they've made and a push to remove ads to harvest Facebook credentials in order to gain more personal information to sell.

Archive · Jul 2, 2021

Windows Is Having a PrinterNightmare and Can’t Wake Up

PrinterNightmare is a high severity vulnerability that affects all versions of Windows and is being actively exploited...on a long weekend 😬

Archive · Jun 30, 2021

Will Windows 11 Helps Advance PC Security?

Microsoft Windows 11 will require a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) on all PCs. Will this long-needed requirement help or hinder?

Archive · Jun 25, 2021

Hackers Delete Home Backups Remotely (WD My Book Live Flaw)

Some WD My Book Live users had a shock this week as hackers remotely wiped their data. What can they do about it?

Archive · Jun 23, 2021

Should Apple Allow 'Sideloading' Apps on My iPhone?

Apple is under fire on a number of fronts. The biggest issue this week is several bills introduced in the US. A key issue? The ability to "sideload" apps on your iPhone.

Archive · Jun 21, 2021

Does Your Utility Control Your Smart House?

When your local electric utility offered a new smart thermostat a heavy discount, a lot of homeowners jumped at the chance. Unfortunately, a clause in the terms of the promotion grants the utility access to your data and the ability to remotely control the device!