QR codes are everywhere these days. From restaurant tables to Super Bowl ads, their range of uses and applications has boomed since the onset of the pandemic. As usual, cybercriminals have taken note. The FBI has warned consumers that hackers are now creating malicious QR codes designed to trick unsuspecting scanners into giving away banking… Read more »
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Ever filled out a social media quiz? You may have put yourself at risk!
If you frequent any social media platform, you’ve more than likely seen seemingly harmless, wacky quizzes pop up on your feed or timeline. A lot of these tend to be associated with Facebook, but quizzes and surveys on Twitter and Instagram, as well as “Get to Know Me” videos on TikTok all serve a similar… Read more »
How Changes to the Microsoft Donation Program will Affect You
If you’re like many non-profits, you may benefit from the Microsoft Non-profit program. This endeavor has enabled nearly 400,000 organizations worldwide to access top-notch technology at discounted rates. However, there are going to be some major changes to the software donation program that will take place on April 4, 2022 that you should be aware… Read more »
Are you being tracked by an Apple AirTag?
Apple’s AirTag devices have risen in popularity since their release in 2021. Though their aim is to help users track items such as their keys or bags by attaching an AirTag to them, some have found more nefarious uses for these tracking devices. There have been reported cases of AirTags being slipped into someone’s bag… Read more »
Cyberattacks on US Infrastructure likely to Increase Amidst Russia Sanctions
Cybersecurity experts and the FBI are warning Americans that there will likely be an increase in cybersecurity attacks targeting U.S. citizens and companies. This warning follows a slew of sanctions Western nations have placed on Russia following its invasion of and malware attacks against Ukraine. Tensions have further escalated since the U.S. and allies blocked… Read more »
How to Play Wordle for Free after it’s Behind a Paywall
If you’re like millions of other Americans, you’ve probably heard of, if not already played, Wordle. This addictively simple word game has boomed in popularity due to its virality, ad-free nature, and lack of a price tag. Unfortunately, this may change soon. In late January, it was announced that the New York Times bought Wordle…. Read more »
Is Zoom Sharing your Data?
In recent years, Zoom has become one of the most popular video conferencing platforms in the world, boasting over 300 million daily meeting participants- largely due to the sharp increase in remote working trends. Though many people find its interface user-friendly and convenient, it certainly comes with a host of privacy risks. Privacy experts have… Read more »
Here’s Why you Should Clear your Android’s Cached Data
Though cookies and cached data within your mobile phone browser can improve your browsing experience by keeping you logged into websites and saving website preferences, they can also become burdensome. Cookies are used by websites to track your browsing history so that they can more easily serve you with personalized ads- which can be an… Read more »
Files in Microsoft may not be as safe as they appear
ZLoader is a popular malware among hackers, and has recently been used to steal user credentials and other sensitive information by exploiting a vulnerability in Microsoft’s digital signature verification. So how does this affect you? Microsoft’s signature verification tool Authenticode is used to ensure that a file is legitimate and trustworthy. Researchers at Check Point… Read more »
The VA General Assembly was Attacked- What Happens Now?
Ransomware Hits Virginia General Assembly On December 12th, ransomware struck the Virginia General Assembly, targeting the Legislative Automated Systems branch. This department, the IT arm of the state legislature, manages tasks like publishing, computer technology, and legislative information. Upon discovering the attack, the department quickly shut down most servers to contain the spread. A top… Read more »
