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Security Warnings Coming To Certain Google Apps To Help Users

Security Warnings Coming To Certain Google Apps To Help Users

May 26, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Google has been making some fantastic changes to bolster user security in recent weeks. That includes changes to their Google Play Store that will require developers to disclose exactly what data they plan to track and collect when users install the apps they create. In a related vein, the tech giant has also recently added some powerful new security features...

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Three Big Companies Working On Passwordless Login Options

Three Big Companies Working On Passwordless Login Options

May 25, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Ask just about any IT security professional and they will tell you that weak user passwords are one of the biggest problems and most persistent threats to corporate networks. Despite years of training, re-training, and near-constant reminders to strengthen passwords, users keep making the same mistakes. They'll re-use the same password across multiple properties. They may use an incredibly weak...

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New Delivery Method For Ransomware Discovered Called Bumblebee

New Delivery Method For Ransomware Discovered Called Bumblebee

May 24, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Some interesting and disturbing changes are afoot in the hacking world.  It appears that the TrickBot gang is now working for the Conti Syndicate. TrickBot is a well-known group of botnet developers responsible for the creation of the BazarLoader. BazarLoader has been used by Conti in the past as their delivery system of choice when it comes to delivering ransomware...

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Microsoft Edge Browser To Get Free Limited VPN

Microsoft Edge Browser To Get Free Limited VPN

May 23, 2022BlogNo Comments »

There's a big change coming to the Microsoft Edge browser.  Big enough that it may prompt some users to switch to Edge. Recently, Microsoft announced that they'll be adding a free built-in VPN (Virtual Private Network) service to Edge as part of a long-anticipated security upgrade.  Called "Edge Secure Network," the Redmond giant is currently testing the new Cloudflare-powered VPN...

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Many IOT Devices At Risk Due To DNS Vulnerability

Many IOT Devices At Risk Due To DNS Vulnerability

May 21, 2022BlogNo Comments »

How many "smart" devices do you have connected to your home or company network?  It's probably a higher number than you originally estimated.  However large that number is, it pays to be aware that IoT devices are some of the least secure devices available on the market today, which makes them the weakest link in terms of hackers successfully attacking...

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Google Assistant Tool Will Automate Password Changes

Google Assistant Tool Will Automate Password Changes

May 19, 2022BlogNo Comments »

A handy new Google Assistant is coming soon to a device near you.  The new feature is designed to automate the frustrating and often time-consuming task of changing your passwords after a breach. This information is according to a tweet from Max Weinbach and a separate report from a group called the Android Police. Google has already implemented a powerful...

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Amazon Kindle Will Soon Support ePub Standard Files

Amazon Kindle Will Soon Support ePub Standard Files

May 18, 2022BlogNo Comments »

Do you own an Amazon Kindle?  If so, you're probably already aware of one of the major frustrations with the product.  Kindles are amazing but they don't support the epub file format. Of course, epub is  the format that just about everybody else on the planet other than Amazon sells e-books in. The company has managed to avoid supporting the...

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Google Soon Informing Users About What Data Apps Collect

Google Soon Informing Users About What Data Apps Collect

May 17, 2022BlogNo Comments »

A small but important change is coming to your Android apps.  Soon you'll notice a new Data Safety section on the Google Play Store which will provide greater transparency about exactly what data the apps you install are collecting. The change is meant to serve as a "privacy label" that will allow users to evaluate the data an app will...

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Some Windows 11 Upgrade Links Could Be Malware

Some Windows 11 Upgrade Links Could Be Malware

May 16, 2022BlogNo Comments »

There's a new hacking campaign underway that you need to be aware of especially if you or anyone you know is interested in upgrading to Windows 11. The campaign appears to be a legitimate offer from Microsoft and it gives users the opportunity to upgrade to Windows 11 for free. Unlike many campaigns of this type, this one distinguishes itself...

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