The Internet of Everything and digital privacy: what you need to know

Statistics indicate within the next couple of years, there will be three IoT devices for every adult and child on the planet—IoT will truly be the Internet of Everything. So, should people be concerned about privacy and data security if thes… Continue reading The Internet of Everything and digital privacy: what you need to know

Physician, protect thyself: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

In this final installment of “Physician, protect thyself,” we take a look at two key roles in small- to medium-sized hospitals and outpatient clinics that must step up their cybersecurity game to protect patients and staff alike.
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Investors concerned about smartphone addiction; Apple responds with new webpage

Apple adds a new page to their website, aiming to address the growing trend of smartphone addiction in children and its harmful effects on users.
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Human Factor Podcast: Jenny Radcliffe and Chris Boyd

Hear Lead Malware Intelligence Analyst Chris Boyd talk about 10 years of experience in security and research on the Human Factor podcast hosted by Jenny Radcliffe.
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Stop telephoning me-eh-eh-eh-eh: robocalls explained

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has identified robocalls as the number one complaint from the public. In this post, we tell you what you need to know to protect against the nasty ones.
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Cybersecurity New Year’s resolutions, you say? Why not.

It’s no surprise that our resolutions are usually about health, finances, relationships, and self-improvement. As all of us live digital lives, too, why not think up cybersecurity New Year’s resolution that concern our online health and safe… Continue reading Cybersecurity New Year’s resolutions, you say? Why not.

A state of constant uncertainty or uncertain constancy? Fast flux explained

Although often seen as an illegal cybercriminal tactic, the methodology behind fast flux is actually far from evil. So how is it being abused? Read on to learn more.
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Explained: the cloud

The cloud. What is it? What are the pros and cons, and how can we make it as safe as possible? This post covers the basics.
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Explained: blockchain technology

Continuing education about cryptocurrency, we provide some insight into the technology behind blockchain and explain what makes it secure.
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