Man-in-the-middle (MITM) attacks happen when a bad actor intercepts traffic between two computers, like a laptop and a remote server. The person will be able to listen in to any communication between both machines or steal information. MITM attacks are a serious concern for businesses, especially as more people work
If you ever lost your smartphone, you have probably been filled with anxiety and worry. It’s not a pleasant feeling. Our smartphones have become gateways into our lives, with contacts, pictures, social media, and financial information all packed into a pocket-sized device. While physically losing a device is stressful, having
We heavily depend on our phones in our everyday lives. While the Android and iOS platforms are continually improving, some users want extra protection on their devices. In today’s post, we list some apps that will help boost your security on these devices. GlassWire (Android) GlassWire keeps an eye on
It has happened to you. You turned on your computer only to find that it has Ransomware. Your files are locked, there is a timer, and thieves are demanding payment. Should you pay them? This is a difficult question. The ransom can be expensive, and if you don’t know what
If you have received an email from the IRS lately, it is a scam. The IRS will NEVER send you any unsolicited emails or send you an email about your tax refund. New Scam Last month, officials warned taxpayers about a new scam that was contacting people via email and
In today’s post, we want to cover some security basics that our clients ignore or don’t know about. Following these steps will help keep you protected online. Not Keeping Your Device Updated Many people don’t like updating their devices because updates can cause problems or change the way we interact with the
Our clients often come to us with concerns about their security online. With news reports of data breaches and software glitches, this is understandable. We wanted to offer our readers three easy steps you can take today to help secure your computer and accounts. Proper Anti-Virus We are asked all
Are you concerned about your privacy online? If you said yes, you are like many online users. Your browser is an online chronicle of your thoughts and activities. Every question you have searched, to news articles you’ve read, and any other interest that you do online is recorded. All of
