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Do you have an Amazon Alexa in each room too? She’s always there when we need her because she’s always listening. Do you ever wonder if she’s listening a little too much? Smart devices can be very useful, but they can also be really creepy. Can you imagine being woken up by your Amazon Alexa… Read more »

If you’re using Google Chrome, it’s time to check for a critical security update. Google released a Chrome update to patch a significant vulnerability that is actively being exploited in ongoing cyberattacks. Google urged users to update Chrome as soon as possible. How to update Chrome on iPhone or iPad: Open the App Store app… Read more »

Let’s be honest—our phones won’t stop ringing. But it’s not friends or family checking in. Instead, it’s the “IRS” demanding money, “credit card companies” warning about missed payments, or scammers trying to steal personal information. Americans will receive over 52 billion robocalls this year. Many people, myself included, ignore unknown numbers to avoid spam. Scammers… Read more »

What do you do when you have a dumb question? You Google it, right? Just like when you’re sick and want to avoid going to the doctors, so you self-diagnose based off your Google results. I’m sure you have searched numerous odd things in Google throughout the years, I know I have. What if I… Read more »

Why Clearing Your Cache is Important You might not think about clearing your cache, but if your phone starts running slower than usual, it’s time to consider it. Clearing your cache does more than just speed up your phone during web browsing; it also keeps things organized and functioning smoothly. What Happens When You Don’t… Read more »

Apple recently announced back-to-back updates for iOS and Safari operating systems where an attacker could take control of your iPhone or Mac devices. Both updates address major security vulnerabilities, one which allows an application to execute arbitrary code on your device, giving them control of your device while the second one is in the component… Read more »

Chinese Government’s $100 Million Proposal In 2017, the Chinese government offered to invest $100 million to build an ornate Chinese Garden at the National Arboretum in Washington, D.C. The garden would include temples, pavilions, and a 70-foot white pagoda. At first glance, this proposal seemed like a great way to attract tourists. U.S. Counterintelligence Uncovers… Read more »

Cisco Systems, the maker of some of the worlds most complex networking equipment recently suffered a hacking attack.  Except, it wasn’t done via computer. Vishing or voice phishing is a type of cyberattack where malicious actors use phone calls in attempt to collect confidential information from their targets. Cisco believes the attack was conducted by… Read more »

Apple Announces New Lockdown Mode Apple is introducing a new feature designed to protect its users from advanced hacking and targeted spyware. Unlike typical Apple features that focus on bug fixes or improving battery life, this feature provides enhanced security measures for devices. Key Security Features The new lockdown mode includes several protection features: This… Read more »

Could you be providing people around you with your personal information and not really know it? You probably are. A security researcher sat outside a coffee shop and was able to read individuals’ current location; and even past locations, including but not limited to the gym they go to, their job, and even their home…. Read more »