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Received an email from the IRS? Read this before you click

Tax season already comes with enough stress. So, when an email shows up claiming to be from the IRS, talking about refunds, unpaid taxes, or “urgent action required,” it’s hard not to pause for a second. Even if you’re usually careful, that little spark of doubt is enough to make you hover over the link.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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What is a brute force attack? Meaning, protection & prevention

You have probably heard about the importance of having long, complex passwords to protect you from “brute force attacks.” But what exactly does that mean – and is it as dangerous as it sounds? Today, our blog explains this hacking method and how a brute force attack can be prevented.

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What is a firewall and what does it do for your security?

When your computer is connected to the internet, it is vulnerable to cyberthreats – hackers out to steal your sensitive data as well as malware such as ransomware or Trojan horses. However, the good news is there is a way to guard your device and its data from unwanted access: A firewall.

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Unsubscribe email scam: How to protect yourself

Aren’t spam emails the worst? Sometimes they are just an annoyance, but other times they pose a real risk by infecting your device with a virus or stealing personal data. So, if an unwanted email lands in your inbox and you see an “unsubscribe” button, why not click on it?

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What is the dark web and how does it work?

Maybe you’ve seen a movie scene where hackers swap secrets on the dark web or read a news report about a drug ring that operates through a darknet site. But what exactly is this dangerous-sounding corner of the internet? Where can it be found and is it only used by criminals? Today, our blog sheds some light on the dark web.

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From our experts: Top five cybersecurity tips of 2023

As the year draws to a close, we look back at some of our most effective online security tips. Do you know how to check if a URL in an email is safe? Or the best way to protect your password from hackers? In case you missed it, here are our top explainers to keep you safe as you navigate the digital world.

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What is quishing? QR code phishing explained

Have you received a strange email asking you to scan a QR code to unlock a great deal? Beware – instead of an amazing special offer, you may be getting scammed. QR code phishing attacks, known as “quishing,” are on the rise as cybercriminals look for new ways to steal your data or infect your device with malware.

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What are cookies on a website and how are they used?

Unfortunately, website cookies are not a yummy treat – although the fact that they only exist in the virtual world means that at least they don’t contain calories! When the pair of shoes you were admiring weeks ago suddenly appears in ads on every website you visit or online shopping sites know your name, website cookies are behind it.

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What is cyberstalking? Definition and prevention

Complete strangers can see when you’ve liked a photo, commented, and a lot of other actions. Unfortunately, there are people out there that will stalk others in-person and online. Most of us use social media nowadays to keep in touch with friends and family, but there is also the risk of being stalked online.

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Secure Wi-Fi router: 8 ways to keep your home network safe

Nowadays most of us use Wi-Fi at home to connect all our personal devices – computer, smartphone, smart TV, etc. – to the internet. In addition to the convenience of checking social media from our comfy beds, however, we use our home networks for more sensitive purposes like online banking and remote work. So, it’s not just important to protect our accounts and devices from hackers, but the Wi-Fi router as well.

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