Phil Muncaster

Phil Muncaster

IT Journalist


Phil has been an IT journalist for over 16 years. He started out as a reporter on UK enterprise IT title IT Week and then Computing in 2005 and moved up to the role of News Editor before leaving to pursue a freelance career. Since then, Phil has written for titles including The Register, where he worked as Asia correspondent from Hong Kong for over two years, MIT Technology Review, SC Magazine, and others. In addition to contributing to WeLiveSecurity, he also writes for InfoSecurity Magazine, IDG Connect and a range of other IT news and feature sites.


127 articles by Phil Muncaster

How To

Writing like a boss: How cybercriminals can use ChatGPT to scam you

Writing like a boss: How cybercriminals can use ChatGPT to scam you

How To

Writing like a boss: How cybercriminals can use ChatGPT to scam you

It’s never been easier to write a convincing message that can trick you into handing over your money or personal data

Phil Muncaster22 Feb 20236 min. read


Scams

10 signs that scammers have you in their sights

10 signs that scammers have you in their sights

Scams

10 signs that scammers have you in their sights

Don’t be their next victim – here’s a handy round-up of some the most common signs that should set your alarm bells ringing

Phil Muncaster15 Feb 20235 min. read


Scams

Are online surveys legit and safe? Watch out for survey scams

Are online surveys legit and safe? Watch out for survey scams

Scams

Are online surveys legit and safe? Watch out for survey scams

“Can I tell a legitimate survey apart from a fake one?” is the single most important question you need to answer for yourself before taking any surveys online

Phil Muncaster02 Feb 20235 min. read


Privacy

Less is more: Conquer your digital clutter before it conquers you

Less is more: Conquer your digital clutter before it conquers you

Privacy

Less is more: Conquer your digital clutter before it conquers you

Lose what you don’t use and other easy ways to limit your digital footprint and strengthen your online privacy and security

Phil Muncaster01 Feb 20236 min. read


Scams

Tech support scammers are still at it: Here’s what to look out for in 2023

Tech support scammers are still at it: Here’s what to look out for in 2023

Scams

Tech support scammers are still at it: Here’s what to look out for in 2023

Hello, is it me you’re looking for? Fraudsters still want to help you 'fix' a computer problem you never had in the first place.

Phil Muncaster19 Jan 20235 min. read


Scams

Top 10 Venmo scams: Don't fall for these common tricks

Top 10 Venmo scams: Don't fall for these common tricks

Scams

Top 10 Venmo scams: Don't fall for these common tricks

Here's what to know about some of the most common ploys that scammers use on the payment app

Phil Muncaster17 Jan 20235 min. read


Privacy

The doctor will see you now … virtually: Tips for a safe telehealth visit

The doctor will see you now … virtually: Tips for a safe telehealth visit

Privacy

The doctor will see you now … virtually: Tips for a safe telehealth visit

Are your virtual doctor visits private and secure? Here’s what to know about, and how to prepare for, connecting with a doctor from the comfort of your home.

Phil Muncaster04 Jan 20235 min. read


Kids Online

Gaming: How much is too much for our children?

Gaming: How much is too much for our children?

Kids Online

Gaming: How much is too much for our children?

With many children spending a little too much time playing video games, learn to spot the signs that things may be spinning out of control

Phil Muncaster03 Jan 20234 min. read


Digital Security

The world’s most common passwords: What to do if yours is on the list

The world’s most common passwords: What to do if yours is on the list

Digital Security

The world’s most common passwords: What to do if yours is on the list

Do you use any of these extremely popular – and eminently hackable – passwords? If so, we have a New Year’s resolution for you.

Phil Muncaster02 Jan 20235 min. read