Black Market For Your Personal Data: What You Need To Know
It is bad enough that your personal data is being stolen in data breeches, but every company that has your personal data wants to sell it . What can you do?
Security
The Security category encompasses a range of articles addressing various cybersecurity threats and best practices. Topics include the distinction between phishing and spear phishing attacks, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and preventing these threats. The site also highlights the significance of securing WordPress sites by avoiding default administrator usernames, thereby reducing vulnerability to unauthorized access. Additionally, discussions cover the prevalence of banking malware campaigns, underscoring the need for robust security measures to protect sensitive financial information. Overall, the articles aim to inform readers about cyber threats and provide practical advice for enhancing online security.
What is Ransomware and How Did I Get it ?
Ransomware can appear on your computer via phishing or spam emails containing attachments. These attachments or links in the content are the ransomware hooks.
Differences Between Phishing and Spear Phishing
Many folks think that phishing and spear-phishing are the same thing, but they are mistaken. One is a specific kind of cyberattack, the other a little more generic.
Don’t Click That!
Even if a site had a link on it that said, Don’t Click That ! I am sure there are a bunch of folks who would still click on it, just out of curiosity. Curiosity killed the cat (after all). At least run the link through a “link check” site! Cyber criminals are always coming up with new ways to use phishing scams to steal your personal information.
A Phishing Example
Phishing for your personal information so that they can steal your identity happens even at the University Graduate level, here is a phishing example.
Near Field Communication (NFC) Is it Safe?
Near Field Communication (NFC), is a technology that enables ‘tap to pay’ transactions with mobile phones. The author expresses concerns about NFC’s security, although the technology is said to be only for short-range use. Possible security risks include eavesdropping, data corruption, interception attacks, and device theft. Despite these concerns, the author acknowledges NFC’s practicality and widespread use in point-of-sale terminals. An example of NFC in use is Apple Pay. Yet, the author advises users to be cautious while using NFC-based payment systems, possibly employing methods such as NFC-safe wallets for added security.