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American consumers love tablets and so do hackers. The 2013 Javelin Strategy & Research Identity Fraud Report found that tablet users in the U.S. are far more likely to be victims of identity fraud than all consumers.
That could be because tablets aren’t secure; and most tablet users make matters worse by not using security software. Find out what you can do to make sure your tablet doesn’t get you into trouble when you connect to Wifi hotspots. Read More
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In the next few weeks, the Center for Copyright Information will launch the “six strikes” anti-piracy system designed to curb illegal downloads and peer-to-peer file-sharing. The joint effort by the MPAA, the RIAA, and five major Internet providers will effectively make ISPs the copyright cops for the motion picture and recording industries.
Six strikes could be a game changer when it comes to your Internet privacy. Find out why and what you can do to protect yourself. Read More
An email we recently received from a PRIVATE WiFi™ subscriber highlights a serious security issue for hotspot users on many Amtrak trains. What happens when you have VPN software to protect your sensitive information, but Amtrak prevents you from using it.
The answer might make you think twice before you connect. Read More
Bring your own device has become the mantra of millions of employees who want to use their own mobile devices to get the job done wherever they are. BYOD can mean more freedom, flexibility and productivity for workers in and out of the office. But it can also open the door a host of security problems for their companies. Find out how your business can prevent bring your own device from turning into bring your own disaster Read More
Most of us probably assume that if we are using a virtual private network (VPN) either at home or at the office, we are completely safe from hackers. After all, who can hack a supposedly encrypted network?
Well, it turns out that not all VPNs use the same technology, and some of this technology can be hacked by a new device called CloudCracker.
Is your VPN safe? Read on to find out more. Read More
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Have you noticed that cash is rapidly disappearing from your life? Bills and coins account for only 7% of transactions in the U.S. economy, compared to 9% in the Eurozone. But while a cashless society may be lucrative for banks and convenient for consumers, it’s neither private nor secure. As cash dematerializes, identity theft is going through the roof. Find out how you can avoid becoming a victim. Read More
A recent experiment in the UK revealed that public Wifi users are making reckless choices to get online. More than 8 out of 10 users connected to a fake hotspot even after being told their sensitive information would be made public. Find out why “free” shouldn’t be more important than “safe” when it comes to using Wifi hotspots. And how to tell a real hotspot from one that’s not. Read More
Employees are leaving the office in record numbers. And thanks to the explosion of wireless devices, they’re connecting to the workplace and accessing data at home and at Wifi hotspots. While that’s produced big savings for companies from lower office costs and increased productivity, it’s also put their network security at risk. Find out why creating a secure mobile environment for telecommuters is critical for protecting every company’s sensitive information.
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The mobile workplace has made law firms prime targets for cybercriminals looking to steal clients’ sensitive information. Though few will admit to a data breach, it’s estimated that 80 major U. S. law firms were hacked in 2011. It happens because law firms’ cybersecurity measures are often compromised by their own employees who use use easy-to-crack passwords, open up virus infected phishing emails and expose client information at Wifi hotspots. Find out why strong cybersecurity is critical for maintaining client confidentiality and what you can do to make sure it works.
Are you hooked on the convenience of online banking? Do you think Zeus is the Greek king of the gods and Oddjob and SpyEye are the bad guys in James Bond movies? In reality, they’re the names of cutting-edge malware used by organized cybercrime rings to take over your online bank account and steal identity and your cash. Find out how your risk of identity theft rises every time you bank online.
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