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What is killware? How it works and how to stay protected
While most cyberattack methods are defined by their method or intent, killware is defined by its outcome. It’s an umbrella term for cyberattacks that lead to real-world physical harm, regardless of ...
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Spam vs. phishing: Key differences and how to stay safe online
Most people’s inboxes are full of “spam” messages: sales emails, newsletters you never signed up for, or random promotions. While these messages can be annoying, they’re not inherently dangero...
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The SLAM method for enhanced email and phishing security
Sender, Links, Attachments, and Message (SLAM) is an acronym that helps prevent you from falling victim to phishing attacks. It serves as a starting point for evaluating risk when you receive suspicio...
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How to identify and remove grayware from your devices
Not every risky program qualifies as malware. Some software falls into a middle ground known as grayware. It often appears bundled with other downloads or as an “optional” component during install...
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Twofish encryption: What it is and why it matters
Twofish is a secure, efficient, and flexible block cipher created for the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) competition run by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the la...
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What is Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS)?
Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) is a cybercrime business model in which ransomware developers create, maintain, and monetize ransomware platforms by leasing them to affiliates, who conduct intrusions a...
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How to lock the screen for kids while using a phone or tablet
In this digital age, many parents worldwide allow their children access to devices like smartphones and tablets for educational purposes, as well as for playing games and watching movies and TV shows....
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How to fix the “Windows has detected an IP address conflict” error
You’ll usually get the “Windows has detected an IP address conflict” error message when two or more devices on your network are competing for the same IP address; this causes the network to get ...
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How to recognize and report a Wells Fargo scam
Scammers sometimes use Wells Fargo’s name to make their messages appear legitimate. A text, call, or email might look official at first glance, but not everything that claims to be from the bank is ...
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How often should you change your passwords?
Passwords sit at the center of almost everything we do online, yet expert advice on how often we should update them has bounced around for years. So what is “good security” when it comes to passwo...
