Introduction So many people use artificial intelligence every day. We use it to filter our settings; recommend posts and ideas; detect potential fraud and automatically block infections; and even generate new content when we need it. Since AI is built on huge amounts of data, they seem strictly technical. Many people assume that AI is … How to Recognize and Beat AI Bias
Introduction When we hear about cyber-crime, we often imagine far-off threat actors setting complex traps to mess with huge organizations. In reality, digital attacks can happen to anyone at anytime. Most data breaches, in fact, begin because of simple human error. It’s not malice. A lot of the time, the person doesn’t have any intention … The Most Common Ways Workers Accidentally Put Data at Risk
Introduction If a device still turns on and does what you need it to do, many people don’t look further. We keep using older laptops, phones, tablets, or software simply because nothing appears to be wrong. Unfortunately, outdated systems are one of the most common ways that cyber-threats begin. Instead of announcing suspicious behavior or … The Hidden Dangers of Outdated Systems
Introduction We often think of universities as places for research, discovery, and education — not targets for cyberattacks. In recent years, however, colleges and academic institutions have become some of the most frequently breached organizations. This rise in academic cyberattacks matters, not just to the students and people who work there, but also to anyone … Why Hackers Go After Universities And What It Means for Your Data
Introduction Not everyone who accesses a system needs the ability to change it. In fact, many security incidents happen because regular accounts have more permissions than they actually require. “Read-only” access is one of the simplest, and most effective, ways to limit damage to confidential documents. What Is Read-Only Access? Read-only access allows users to … What Is “Read-Only” Access and Why Does It Matter?
Introduction Not all security breaches involve malware, phishing emails, or hacked passwords. Some start with a simple act of courtesy. Piggybacking can be a physical security risk, where an unauthorized person gains access to a restricted area by following someone who does have permission. Threat actors can also, however, piggyback into secured digital areas as … What is Piggybacking?
Introduction Most people think of online ads as annoying, but not dangerous. A banner pops up. A video auto-plays. A sponsored link slides into your search results. Most of the time, you scroll past it and move on. At the same time, we’ve become very familiar with personalized ads that use our prior search history … Malvertising: When Online Ads Become a Delivery System for Malware
Introduction For years, cyber-crime has been framed as a problem for large enterprises, ones with deep pockets and valuable data. Small businesses frequently assumed that they were too small to matter to threat actors. Now we know that’s not true. Even small businesses have faced a sharp increase in cyber-crime in the past few years, … How AI Helps Threat Actors Commit Cyber-Crime
Introduction Text messaging has become one of the fastest and most familiar ways to communicate. For many professionals, of all ages, sending a quick text can be faster and easier than logging into a secure system or placing an encrypted call. When you start involving sensitive information, however, that convenience quickly becomes a liability. People … The Dangers of Texting PHI and Using Insecure Communication
Introduction Public Wi-Fi is everywhere. Airports, hotels, coffee shops, and libraries all offer quick and convenient ways to get online when you are away from home or the office. For many people, connecting feels routine, harmless, and necessary to stay productive. Whether you need to attend a quick meeting while on vacation, or an issue … What Makes Public Wi-Fi a Risk?
Introduction You may have heard about the recent, surprising story that emerged from the heart of U.S. cyber-defense: The acting director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) uploaded sensitive government documents into ChatGPT. It automatically triggered security warnings and an immediate internal review. Although the documents were not classified, they were labeled as … What the CISA Incident Teaches Us About AI Safety
Introduction Remote and hybrid work schedules are now as common as having a fully in-office role. We chat with colleagues across the country, and even across the sea. Whether you’re logging in from home, a coffee shop, or a hotel room, modern workdays can happen from anywhere. That flexibility can greatly benefit collaboration and productivity, … Work From Anywhere, Secure Everywhere
Introduction When a data breach makes the news, the story usually follows a familiar pattern: What happened? How many records were exposed? Has the affected company issued an apology or explanation? Who can see that stolen data? As customers scramble to check if their information was exposed, the headlines swiftly move onto the next big … What Happens After a Breach?
Introduction In October 2025, social news platform Reddit filed a federal lawsuit against AI company Perplexity AI and three data-scraping firms in New York. The argument? Allegedly, Perplexity and its partners collected massive amounts of Reddit’s user-generated content without permission to train Perplexity’s AI “answer engine.” Their answer engine reads, analyzes, and summarizes information from … Reddit Fights AI Over Data Privacy
Introduction Many times, security incidents don’t start with malicious intent. They start with someone trying to be helpful. Has something similar happened to you? A coworker locks themselves out of an account and needs access right now. A vendor can’t download a file, so you send it through another channel, like text. Maybe a teammate … The Quiet Risk of “Just Helping Out” at Work
March 10, 2026
