Using browser extensions when exploring the internet is like driving on a bad road full of pits. The risks involved come from their capabilities of gathering large amounts of user data, and sometimes the user’s identity isn’t protected, which can result in severe privacy issues. Also, sometimes these extensions come from malicious sources, which can mean a great threat to the security of the user’s device. Read More…
Internet Security Software Articles
Best Free Antivirus for Windows 10
Cyber threats are real. Even if you might not realize it, without a good antivirus your PC could get infected in a shortly after using the internet. This risks your personal data and could even making it impossible to boot the computer. Antivirus software not only defends your device against viruses and Trojans, but it also blocks spyware and it can provide efficient safety against adware or malware. And that’s a lot of protection to expect from free software. But which one should you choose with so many options on the market? Here is our list of best free antivirus solutions for Windows 10. Read More…
Seven Reasons Not to Use Expired Antivirus
Can antivirus software expire? Is it just another way to make antivirus vendors rich? The answers are yes and not really. If you look at things objectively, the world of digital threats is always evolving in its attempt to gain more victims. As this inevitably occurs, antivirus software naturally needs to evolve to keep up with the emerging threats. Hence, the need to update it. And yes, to pay for another subscription. Read More…
What Is Ransomware and How Can It Be Prevented?
“Blessed are the poor in spirit”. For theirs is the heaven of IT where they see or hear no evil such as ransomware attacks. But is this really the case? Can good old common sense habits protect us from this type of cybercrime? Ransomware attacks are known to have started in the early 2000s. In 2017 alone, they are estimated to account for more than $2.3 million in losses, just in the U.S. So, what exactly are ransomware attacks and how can they be avoided? Read More…
Top Three Modern Online Threats
In a world where online threats are rapidly progressing, it is extremely important to keep up with the latest trends of cyber attacks. This way, you will be able to avoid being affected by them by taking the appropriate security measures. Read More…
How to Recognize a Phishing Message
Do you have a habit of posting personal information like your real name or who your relatives are on social media? You might want to reconsider that when you find out that this is one of the main ways in which hackers get their hands on your private information. They may later attempt to use it against you when they send phishing emails in an attempt to steal your data, money, and even identity.
Phishing is a type of digital attack through which a criminal pretends to be a reputable company or individual in an email sent to the victim or through other communication means. But how can you spot a phishing email message? Well, there are a few things to look out for. Read More…
The End of the Admin Domination
We’ve all heard the term ‘admin rights’ before, perhaps when the IT manager comes around to fix some problem. But as Ben Parker once said, “with great power comes great responsibility” and that can be the case for the great power that comes with your own computer’s admin rights, too. Devices can be at the whim of the control that an admin account has, and as a result this admin domination can leave our digital lives at risk – even within enterprises. It’s smart to be aware of the concerns, and how you should deal with the potential dangers of admin domination. Read More…
The Biggest Cyber Security Threats in 2019
Just when we thought that 2017 was the bottom of the barrel from a cyber security point of view, 2018 proved to be even worse. Not only did we have to endure two infamous bugs that effected 90% of devices using a processor, but 2018 also saw a rise in major data breaches that involved giants like Facebook and Google. And we haven’t even mentioned all those viruses and malware that caused major disruption in numerous services and further eroded users’ belief in a safe digital environment.
Thankfully, we aren’t quite near a digital apocalypse just yet, but these instances show that we have to be extra careful and that we shouldn’t take anything for granted. That’s why it’s best to take a look at what could be the biggest cyber threats against average users in 2019 and what could be done to prevent them from happening. Read More…
Why Updating Antivirus Is Important
Imagine a digital virus penetrating deep into your computer, rendering it into an inert piece of machinery that you have no control over, making your personal and business data unusable. Fortunately, this scenario is less likely if your antivirus is updated and if you find your device under the gentle protection of the safeguarding software. But why are antivirus software updates so important? Read More…
The Ultimate Guide to Webcam Protection
Do you ever get the feeling that somebody’s watching you? You might well be right, because webcam spying is a common digital attack these days. A hacker can in theory have access to your webcam and make records of you going about your day, doing the victory dance, or who knows what else. How is that possible? Well, this mostly happens with old computers that have outdated programs, but it can also take place by clicking on pop-up ads, spam email links, or when downloading pirated content. It can even be achieved by just the average hacker without putting too much effort into it. Read More…