Cybersecurity
Beware of QR Code Scams in Phishing Emails
Recent phishing scams disguise themselves as official HR notices about performance reviews. These emails mention pay updates, benefits, and deadlines. A QR code is included, supposedly leading to your file. However, using this code redirects
FBI Warns About Risks of Foreign-Developed Apps
The FBI has issued a new alert cautioning Americans about the potential collection and storage of personal data overseas, even if they have not downloaded foreign-developed apps. The FBI warns that information such as names,
Protecting Seniors from Identity Theft: Essential Steps and Precautions
In 2025, Americans aged 60 and older lodged 201,266 complaints with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, leading to reported losses of $7.7 billion, the highest among any age group. Older victims experienced an average
The Evolution of Internet Scams: A.I.’s Role
In the digital age, internet scams have evolved with new technology. Criminals now imitate celebrities, online stores, or even family members in their attempts to steal money. Detecting these scams requires us to adopt a
Iranian Hackers Linked to Los Angeles Transit System Breach
Iranian hackers disrupted Los Angeles’ transit system in March, causing shutdowns of parts of its network. Israeli researchers from Gambit Security discovered that at least 700 gigabytes of data were stolen. This included emails, backups,
Rising Spam Call Complaints and How to Protect Yourself
Your phone rings with a local number. It could be the doctor, school, or a delivery driver. But there’s a pause, the kind that introduces a robocall. Spam calls have made answering calls a guessing
Inside the British Lab Investigating A.I. Risks
In London, the A.I. Security Institute stands along Parliament Square. This government facility employs a diverse team, including weapons inspectors, epidemiologists, and code breakers, to assess artificial intelligence technology’s risks. On a recent Tuesday, four
Increasing Demand for Cybersecurity Experts Amidst AI Advances
As artificial intelligence continues to grow, the demand for security engineers is rising significantly. This increase is attributed to the emergence of new code and concerns created by models like Anthropic’s Mythos. These developments are
Security Concerns with Yarbo Robot Mowers
Robot mowers, designed to ease yard maintenance, are under scrutiny for security flaws. A report highlights issues with Yarbo robots, posing risks like remote access and Wi-Fi credential theft. Approximately 6,000 robots face these vulnerabilities.
Credit Freezes: How They Work and Their Limitations
Credit freezes have been freely available at Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion since 2018. They are designed to block one of the most common forms of identity fraud, which involves new credit applications opened in your