Cyber Crimes on 4th of July Amid Corona Times

• July 3rd, 2020
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• antivirus, Data Privacy, Data Protection, Mobile Security, Online Privacy, Online Safety, PC security, remote work

It’s clear to everyone that we are living in unprecedented times. Almost overnight, many of us have had to reassess how we work, socialize, do our groceries, and just about every other activity. Covid-19, and the social and economic upheaval many of us are feeling, has acted as a beacon to hackers. We can fight them by being vigilant against these threats – now more than ever.

Dozens of Malicious Mobile Apps Discovered on Android Devices, Many Aimed at Children

• June 18th, 2020
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• Data Privacy, Data Protection, Mobile Security

Researchers from Check Point, ZoneAlarm’s parent company recently discovered 56 apps downloaded from the Play Store, 24 of which were children apps.

CoVID-19-Related Malicious Apps Soar

• June 11th, 2020
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• Data Privacy, Data Protection, Mobile Security

Several coronavirus-themed apps, often those offering disease-related information and help for users, have been found to be fraudulent, as they contain dangerous malware.

5 Major Cybersecurity Trends for 2020

• January 8th, 2020
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• anti-phishing, Mobile Security, Online Safety, PC security, Ransomware, Uncategorized

2019 is gone and a new decade is in sight. 2020 is said to be a year that will bring on many changes in many different realms, but what does that mean for cybersecurity? With the rapid advancements in technology come better, more sophisticated tactics for cybercrime, and in return, pressing demand for innovative cybersecurity solutions.

Cybercriminals have become more sophisticated than ever, finding and exploiting vulnerabilities wherever they can. These crimes cost the global economy around $45 billion in damages in 2018 alone, and likely much more in 2019. Hence, it is no surprise that spending on cybersecurity solutions will likely exceed $1 trillion between 2017 and 2021. So what kind of cyber threats can we predict for 2020, and how can we protect ourselves from them?

How to Protect Yourself & Your Family Against Identity Theft These Holidays

• December 24th, 2019
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• Holidays, identity theft, Mobile Security, Online Privacy, Online Safety, PC security, Uncategorized

The holidays are a great time for bringing the family together and for taking some time off work. But truth be told, the world does not stop during the holidays, and people still need to work on important and urgent matters. In fact, 53% of working people work remotely during the holidays, with 30% of which do so several times a day, according to this poll.