Several makes and models of cars that use keyless entry systems are vulnerable to theft. With relatively inexpensive and readily available equipment, criminals can block signals from your car key fob and gain entry to your vehicle and steal it or grab what’s inside. Manufacturers are now implementing additional security controls to prevent hackers from …
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A text messaging scam that began in Europe and that is now impacting Australians will likely target North Americans soon. Known as the “Hi Mom” scam, this social engineering attack involves the use of impersonation. Scammers send messages, most often using WhatsApp, posing as the children of their intended victims. The messages typically indicate that …
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You’ve undoubtedly encountered cookie consent notification popups when browsing the Internet. They’ve become common as a result of European Union (EU) legislation requiring sites to notify visitors that they use cookies and to offer the option to reject them. Now, some websites in the EU are charging visitors who choose the reject option. Those who …
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An ongoing shortage of skilled cybersecurity workers in Australia has resulted in a tremendous increase in the number of cyber attacks and the costs associated therewith. Some of the country’s largest companies have fallen victim to hackers, exposing the personal data of millions of Australians. The word has gotten out within the cybercriminal community that …
Facebook’s parent company Meta is in trouble yet again over its failure to safeguard the personal data of its users. In November 2022, regulatory authorities in Ireland enforcing the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) fined the company approximately $275 million in connection with a data breach that occurred in 2021. In this breach, hackers …
People download Virtual Private Networks (VPN) for different reasons. While some use it for security reasons, others use it to bypass software or website restrictions on regions. Still, there may come a time when you want to turn off your VPN. Many Mac users need help navigating their way to the correct setting. If you …
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As more companies and individuals work remotely, there has been an alarming increase in the rate of internet crimes. Hackers and other nefarious individuals use various methods to access information and valuable resources online. This makes it vital for large companies with many remote workers or several branch offices that are spread out to use …
In the digital age, one of the most important things to remember is to keep your personal information private. This is important because you are the only one who should have access to your data, which can be used in various ways. By keeping your personal information private, you are protecting yourself from possible identity …
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We often use the terms “data protection” and “privacy” as though they mean the same thing. In reality, there is a big difference between the two. Both of these approaches help to keep your personal information safe. But can we tell the difference between them? And is there a choice in data privacy vs data …
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When it comes to the internet, safety is always a concern. Whether you use the Internet for work, online shopping, or for simply browsing the web, it’s important to take precautions to protect yourself from scammers and cybercriminals. Why Is Internet Safety Important? Why does safety on the internet matter? It’s important to understand what …
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