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Passkeys are here, and they’re changing logins forever

Ever heard of “passkeys”? They’re a simple way to log in securely without a password. Keep reading to learn how passkeys work as a login method and why they improve your online security.
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Security Password Cybersecurity
118 people found this article helpful.

Trojan horse computer virus: What it is and how to stay safe

A Trojan horse isn’t just a story from Greek mythology – it’s a major threat to your digital life. A Trojan horse computer virus can hide inside what looks like a harmless file or program. But once it’s in? It can damage your device or steal your data without you noticing.
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Cybersecurity Internet Phishing
35 people found this article helpful.

What is scareware and why does it pop up in your browser?

Imagine you’re enjoying a quiet evening surfing the web – maybe watching cute cat videos or scrolling through social media – when suddenly a brightly colored pop-up bursts onto your screen. It screams, “Your computer is infected with a dangerous virus! Act now before it’s too late!”
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Cybersecurity Browser Internet
31 people found this article helpful.

What are reCAPTCHA and CAPTCHA and why do I keep seeing them?

If you’ve ever been online and had your surfing interrupted by a test asking you to “Click all the traffic lights” or “Type in these wonky letters”, you've encountered CAPTCHA.
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Internet Browser Cybersecurity
34 people found this article helpful.

Don’t get hooked: Avoid phishing with these 2024 blog posts

Phishing scams grow more sophisticated every year, using deceptive tricks to steal your personal information and compromise your security. And taking the bait can have serious consequences: identity theft, financial loss, and data breaches.
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Blog Phishing Cybersecurity
15 people found this article helpful.

Deepfake phishing: A new wave of cybercrime & how to protect yourself

Online phishing scams are getting scarier by the minute. Thanks to the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, phishing attacks now have a new weapon: deepfake technology.
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Phishing Cybersecurity Security Trends AI
138 people found this article helpful.

I know where you live: Creepy scam emails with personal details

Phishing emails are bad enough. But have you ever opened your inbox to find a threatening message claiming that hackers have access to your webcam – complete with some personal information or even a photo of your home? These frightening emails are part of a growing trend of blackmail email phishing scams and extortion online.
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Cybersecurity Phishing Spam Security Trends
60 people found this article helpful.

Strong password standards in 2024: Changes and best practices

Did you know that your formerly strong password may no longer be secure? Sad, but true – because cybercriminals are able to break previously hard-to-crack passwords with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) as well as hacking systems and programs that are growing ever more effective and efficient.
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Password Cybersecurity Security
66 people found this article helpful.

What does a phishing link look like? How to check links safely

There seems to be no end to fake emails that are cleverly designed to look like real messages from legitimate companies. As these phishing scams grow more convincing, how can you tell the fakes from the real thing? One line of defense: Learning how to spot a phishing link.
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Phishing Spam Security Cybersecurity
110 people found this article helpful.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month: 4 ways to stay safer online

Did you know that October 2024 marks the twenty-first National Cybersecurity Awareness Month in the United States? The initiative was launched in 2004 by the US Congress to spread the word about ways we can build a safer digital world.
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74 people found this article helpful.
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