phishing
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Attackers will prey on World Cup 2014 fever
I have to admit that I don’t really care about World Cup 2014. I recognize, though, that I am a distinct minority, and that billions of people around the world will spend the next month glued to televisions and computer screens in an attempt to follow the action in Brazil. I’m not the only one,…
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Malware, schmalware–You’re the biggest threat to yourself
Viruses, worms, Trojans, botnets, and other malware are all constant threats facing you as you surf the Web and use your PC. The biggest threat, however, to the security of your PC and personal information is you. People have always been the weakest link in the security chain, and that problem is about to…
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The 12 Days of Cybercrime
The stockings are all hung by the chimney with care, blah, blah, yada, yada–you know the drill. With a week to go until Christmas day, shopping season is firing on all cylinders, and people are in the holiday spirit. People are more cheerful, more giving, and kinder than any other time of the year. That’s sad…
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The 12 scams of Christmas
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday under our belts, the 2013 holiday shopping season is officially in gear. It’s the time of year for finding great gift bargains, helping people in your community, traveling to visit family and friends, and more. Cyber criminals also love the holidays, and they’re poised with an arsenal of attacks, ready to spoil your…
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Prepare for Cyber Monday security concerns
In a couple days the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving, and Black Friday—the official launch of the 2013 holiday season will go into high gear. Traditionally, the Monday following Thanksgiving is Cyber Monday—the day the online retailers offer holiday deals too good to pass up. Cyber criminals know this as well, though, which makes Cyber…