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 »
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Samsung says hackers obtained some customer data
Did you hear? Samsung is experiencing a cybersecurity incident. Although the company has informed the public that social security numbers as well as debit card numbers were not accessed, customer’s name, contact and demographic information, date of birth and project registration information have been. Samsung claims someone gained unauthorized access to their systems in late… Read more »
New Google Chrome Security Bug
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 »
Are you tired of getting spam calls?
Let’s be honest, our phones are constantly ringing but not because friends and family miss us and want to talk. It’s the “IRS” asking for money or “credit card companies” telling us we missed a payment, or our account was hacked. It’s telemarketers and scammers attempting to steal our personal information and hack into our… Read more »
Google knows your next move before you make it
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 »
When is the last time you cleared your cache on your iPhone?
I know what you’re thinking, probably never right? Unless your phone started performing slower than usual, it most likely never crossed your mind. But clearing your cache does a lot more than speed up your phone while browsing the web. Clearing your cache is kind of like clearing your digital countertop. If you don’t, it’ll… Read more »
Apple releases update to patch security flaws
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 made cell phone equipment could disrupt U.S. nuclear arsenal communications
In 2017 the Chinese Government was offering to spend $100 million to build an ornate Chinese Garden at the National Arboretum in Washington DC. It would include temples, pavilions, and a 70-foot white pagoda. Sounds like a great way to attract tourists, right? Well, the U.S. counterintelligence did some digging and found some red flags…. Read more »
Cisco Reveals Cyberattack
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 is creating a new lockdown mode
Did you hear? Apple is coming out with a new feature that will be beneficial for all Apple users. It’s not your average Apple feature that fixes bugs or extends your battery life a little longer. It’s designed to protect your device from advanced hacking and targeted spyware. Some of these protections include blocking attachments… Read more »