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Digital Security

My information was stolen. Now what?

My information was stolen. Now what?

Digital Security

My information was stolen. Now what?

The slow and painful recovery process

Aryeh Goretsky19 Nov 2024


Scams

What is “Scam Likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls

What is “Scam Likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls

Scams

What is “Scam Likely”? Putting the phone down on unwanted calls

Tired of dodging all those 'Scam Likely' calls? Here's what’s behind the label and how to stay one step ahead of phone scammers.

Phil Muncaster18 Nov 2024


How To

How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

How To

How to remove your personal information from Google Search results

Have you ever googled yourself? Were you happy with what came up? If not, consider requesting the removal of your personal information from search results.

Márk Szabó30 Oct 2024


Cybercrime

Don't become a statistic: Tips to help keep your personal data off the dark web

Don't become a statistic: Tips to help keep your personal data off the dark web

Cybercrime

Don't become a statistic: Tips to help keep your personal data off the dark web

You may not always stop your personal information from ending up in the internet’s dark recesses, but you can take steps to protect yourself from criminals looking to exploit it

Phil Muncaster29 Oct 2024


Scams

Google Voice scams: What are they and how do I avoid them?

Google Voice scams: What are they and how do I avoid them?

Scams

Google Voice scams: What are they and how do I avoid them?

Watch out for schemes where fraudsters trick people into sharing verification codes so they can gain access to their phone numbers

Phil Muncaster21 Oct 2024


Video, Kids Online

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

Video, Kids Online

Protecting children from grooming | Unlocked 403 cybersecurity podcast (ep. 7)

“Hey, wanna chat?” This innocent phrase can take on a sinister meaning when it comes from an adult to a child online – and even be the start of a predatory relationship

Editor16 Oct 2024


Scams

Quishing attacks are targeting electric car owners: Here’s how to slam on the brakes

Quishing attacks are targeting electric car owners: Here’s how to slam on the brakes

Scams

Quishing attacks are targeting electric car owners: Here’s how to slam on the brakes

Ever alert to fresh money-making opportunities, fraudsters are blending physical and digital threats to steal drivers’ payment details

Phil Muncaster15 Oct 2024


Digital Security

Aspiring digital defender? Explore cybersecurity internships, scholarships and apprenticeships

Aspiring digital defender? Explore cybersecurity internships, scholarships and apprenticeships

Digital Security

Aspiring digital defender? Explore cybersecurity internships, scholarships and apprenticeships

The world needs more cybersecurity professionals – here are three great ways to give you an ‘in’ to the ever-growing and rewarding security industry

Imogen Byers14 Oct 2024


Digital Security

Cybersecurity Awareness Month needs a radical overhaul – it needs legislation

Cybersecurity Awareness Month needs a radical overhaul – it needs legislation

Digital Security

Cybersecurity Awareness Month needs a radical overhaul – it needs legislation

Despite their benefits, awareness campaigns alone are not enough to encourage widespread adoption of cybersecurity best practices

Tony Anscombe01 Oct 2024