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Election 2020 – Fake Election Websites: Five Tips So You Don’t Get Fooled
Election 2020 – Fake Election Websites: Five Tips So You Don’t Get Fooled When you spot a .GOV web domain...
Proliferation of Mobile Devices: The Impact on Consumer Security
As the use of mobile devices continues to skyrocket worldwide, a new danger is silently emerging against consumers. This article delves into the deep end of how the proliferation of mobile devices is impacting consumer security
#BeCyberSmart: Equipping Kids to Stay Safe on New Video Apps
These days, spending time with friends face-to-face still isn’t always an option for teens. So, finding a fun, new app...
How To Spot Tech Support Scams
When something goes wrong with your computer or devices, it can cause a panic. After all, most of us...
End the Hate: 10 Ways to Stand Up and Help Stomp Out Bullying
Bullying can cause immense physical and emotional pain, leading to decreased self-esteem, increased anxiety, and even suicide in extreme cases. Given its severe potential consequences, it’s critical for every one of us to take steps to end the hate.
Stay Connected and Protected During Work, School, and Play
Stay Connected and Protected During Work, School, and Play These days, work and home mean practically the same thing. Our...
Ready, Set, Shop: Enjoy Amazon Prime Day Without the Phishing Scams
For many, Amazon Prime Day is an opportunity to score some great deals. For hackers, Amazon’s annual discount shopping campaign is an...
CVE-2020-16898: “Bad Neighbor”
CVE-2020-16898: “Bad Neighbor” CVSS Score: 8.8 Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:P/RL:O/RC:C Overview Today, Microsoft announced a critical vulnerability in the Windows IPv6 stack,...
Election 2020 – How to Spot Phony Deepfake Videos this Election
Election 2020 – How to Spot Phony Deepfake Videos this Election Maybe you’ve seen videos where Robert Downey Jr. and...
Keeping Virtual Play Dates, Hangouts, and Video Chats Safe for Everyone
While virtual playdates, hangouts, and video chats provides an excellent solution for children to interact with their peers, it has also opened up a new avenue for potential risks and dangers. In this article, we will provide some essential strategies for maintaining a secure and enjoyable online social environment for ...
5G and the IoT: A Look Ahead at What’s Next for Your Home and Community
5G and the IoT: A Look Ahead at What’s Next for Your Home and Community October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month,...
Election 2020: Make Sure Your Voice is Heard with These Tips
Election 2020: Make Sure Your Voice is Heard with These Tips & Best Practices Last year, India exercised one of...
Online Safety for Seniors
Just like how we guide our children to understand and safely navigate the Internet, it is equally important to educate our elderly loved ones about the risks and best practices for using the Internet. By being proactive and involving them in our digital lives, we can help to ensure their ...
Your Smart Coffee Maker is Brewing Up Trouble
A smart coffee maker, like other smart appliances, connects to your home network, offering convenience features such as scheduling brew times, remote start, and customization of your coffee preferences. However, this connectivity also opens the door to potential cybersecurity threats.
Trick or Treat: Avoid These Spooky Threats This Halloween
Trick or Treat: Avoid These Spooky Threats This Halloween Spooky season is among us, and ghosts and goblins aren’t the only...
Why Taking Your Teen’s Phone Away Doesn’t Work Anymore
If you are the parent of a tween or teen, you know the challenge of setting and following through with consequences. If you are like many parents, your first instinct is to restrict the thing they love the most, which is communication with their peers and the dependence they have ...
What is Roblox and is It Safe for Kids?
If you have a tween or teen, you’ve likely heard a lot of excited chatter about Roblox. With a reported 150 million users, there’s a good chance your child has the Roblox site on their phone, tablet, PC, or Xbox. However, as with all digital destinations, the fun of Roblox ...
Short-URL Services May Hide Threats
Short-URL services have emerged as a crucial part of the way we use the Internet. With the increasing use of...
Secure Your Black Friday & Cyber Monday Purchases
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have practically become holidays themselves, as each year, they immediately shift our attention from turkey and pumpkin pie to holiday shopping. Let’s look at these two holidays and how their popularity can impact users’ online security.
Cruel Ghouls: New Digital Scams Target Every Age Group
Cruel Ghouls: New Digital Scams Target Every Age Group There are few situations more personal than a distressed family member...
Spotlighting McAfee’s Women in Technology Scholarship Recipients
Working at McAfee is so much more than fighting off cyber-attacks; it’s also about learning valuable life lessons and fostering...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Scams: Beware of the Pitfalls
With the shopping bonanzas of Black Friday and Cyber Monday comes a flurry of deals and offers, some of which are too good to be true. Unfortunately, the latter instances often become scams run by fraudsters seeking to take advantage of the shopping frenzy.
Cyber Monday: Protect Yourself and Your Family from Online Shopping Scams
The eagerly awaited holiday sales such as Black Friday and Cyber Monday are just around the corner. These tips will help you avoid falling prey to online scams, thereby ensuring that you keep your finances safe during this shopping season.
US-B Careful: Public iPhone Chargers Lie in Wait
It is common knowledge that connecting your devices to public Wi-Fi can expose them to potential malware and other security risks. But have you ever considered the dangers that might be lurking within public USB chargers?
Election 2020: Lookout for Fake News Before and After the Election
Election 2020: Keep on the Lookout for Fake News Before and After the Election As the news and conversations leading...
My Child Wants a Phone. Should I Say ‘Yes’?
There are several factors to consider before taking this significant decision. Apart from their age, their maturity level, technology habits, and your gut instinct should be the primary considerations.
The Mobile Web vs. Native Apps
The debate between the mobile web and native apps has become increasingly relevant, with each approach offering unique advantages and disadvantages. This article aims to provide a comprehensive comparison between mobile web and native apps, with a particular emphasis on how each can impact your online safety.
