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Don’t Blur the Lines Between Work and Personal Devices!

Introduction We’ve all been there. A quick scroll through social media during a lull in the workday, or checking a personal email on your work phone. In today’s fast-paced world, convenience often reigns supreme. Nothing could be more dangerous—to the data you’re responsible for at work, nor to your personal security either. Although it may Don’t Blur the Lines Between Work and Personal Devices!

How Can You Contribute to Global Cybersecurity Efforts?

Introduction All around the world, we understand how difficult it can be to keep your systems and devices safe from cybercriminal activity. Countries and organizations are working together more to share threat intelligence and fight cybercrime. How can the average person contribute to the “global collaboration” trend? Practice Good Cyber Hygiene Cyber hygiene refers to How Can You Contribute to Global Cybersecurity Efforts?

Falling for Financial Scams?

Introduction Have you ever seen messages like this from your bank? What about this, on a local ATM? Source: News 5 Cleveland Or even something like this, on a Bitcoin machine? Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer The more easily accessible our banks and finances become, the more chances that cybercriminals have to lure us into complex Falling for Financial Scams?

Getting Continuous Support From I.T.?

Introduction Can you pick up the phone and ask your I.T. support for help right now? Would they know if your backup and storage system broke in the middle of the night? It’s critical to have continuous hardware and software support from your IT team…but why is that, really? Cybercriminals don’t wait until it’s a Getting Continuous Support From I.T.?

Rethinking Phishing Tests: A Call For Trust And Control

Introduction In today’s ever-changing cybersecurity landscape, phishing simulations have become a common practice for organizations aiming to bolster their defenses against threat actors. These simulations replicate phishing attacks, assessing employees’ abilities to recognize and avoid real phishing emails. However, as cybersecurity practices and tools evolve, there is growing skepticism about the relevance and impact of Rethinking Phishing Tests: A Call For Trust And Control

6 User-Friendly Features to Security Tech

Introduction We understand that security is paramount…but let’s be honest, complicated security measures can feel like a drag. Complex security solutions can be a barrier for user adoption. The good news is, many security tools now offer features that deliver robust protection without sacrificing convenience. Some of these technologies may even have uses that you 6 User-Friendly Features to Security Tech

Generative AI: What It Is and What That Means For Humans

Introduction Generative AI, short for generative artificial intelligence, is a type of AI that can create entirely new content, like text, images, music, and even videos. It’s essentially like having a super-powered copy machine that isn’t just limited to copying, but can also use what it’s learned to generate new and original things. Just like Generative AI: What It Is and What That Means For Humans

How Quantum Computers Could Break Our Best Cyber-Defenses: Simplified

Introduction “Quantum computers”….sounds complicated and alarming, right? It doesn’t have to be astrophysics. Let’s break down what quantum computers are, what they’re capable of, and what that all means for our cybersecurity defenses in the future…and make it easy enough for anyone to understand, without a degree in quantum mechanics. What Are Quantum Computers? Imagine How Quantum Computers Could Break Our Best Cyber-Defenses: Simplified

Don’t Let the House Win…Your Data!

Introduction How much time do you invest in making sure your favorite online gambling platforms are secure? Even if you only log into the digital casino every now and again, it’s important to understand why online casino cybersecurity matters and how to stay vigilant while you play. Why Security is Your Data’s Best Gamble Reputable Don’t Let the House Win…Your Data!

Why Is the Government Banning Microsoft from Its Devices?

Introduction: The Curious Case of Copilot Do you use Microsoft Copilot? Do you know what Microsoft Copilot is? If you do, do you know this: Why has the U.S. government decided to exclude Microsoft’s Copilot from its devices? What is Microsoft Copilot? Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered productivity tool that assists users with coding activities. Why Is the Government Banning Microsoft from Its Devices?

Why You Shouldn’t Reuse Passwords

Introduction Reduce, reuse, recycle. It’s usually good advice; unfortunately when it comes to your login credentials, this mantra becomes a dangerous suggestion. Do you have any applications or profiles that share the same password? Perhaps you even have one old, reliable password that you use variations of whenever you make a new account. The truth Why You Shouldn’t Reuse Passwords

Are You Oversharing with Location Sharing?

Introduction From Find My Phone services, to Life360 for your friends and family, to allowing certain apps like Maps to see where you are, there are a million reasons why people turn on location services. It’s a quick and convenient way to make sure your loved ones are safe, while simultaneously getting geographically relevant information Are You Oversharing with Location Sharing?

Saving Password to Your Browser? YOU’RE at Risk!

Introduction When you input your password somewhere, does your Internet browser pop up a message asking if you would like to save it to their password vault? Maybe it even saves your password automatically, and looks something like this… Browser saved passwords offer convenience, but security-wise, they fall short compared to a dedicated password manager! Saving Password to Your Browser? YOU’RE at Risk!

AI Spurs Greater Need for Cyber Insurance

Introduction It’s no secret that artificial intelligence is growing more and more intertwined with society, and that it subsequently affects each and every one of our daily lives. Currently, Forbes estimates that over 70% of businesses are using or considering A.I. for professional use, whether that’s using it to directly produce goods and services, or AI Spurs Greater Need for Cyber Insurance

The Truth About Third-Party Data Collection

Introduction Ever feel like the internet is following you around? You browse for vintage cocktail shakers, and suddenly every ad screams “shaken, not stirred”? You search for a new stroller on your phone and suddenly every Instagram ad is about pacifiers and cribs? That is both the magic and mayhem of third-party data collectors. Who The Truth About Third-Party Data Collection

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