With most of your life attached to these nine numbers, your Social Security number (SSN) is incredibly important to keep safe. That’s why it is crucial to pay attention to signs that your SSN may have been compromised. While preventing the misuse of your SSN is paramount, there are action steps you can take if

Do you remember those TV shows where the villain gets defeated in one season but comes back even stronger in the next? Think "Stranger Things" on Netflix. The malware we’re talking about here is just like that. It’s called FakeCalls, and every time researchers figure out how it infects devices, it evolves with new ways to

Americans are grappling with an ongoing surge in robocalls, a trend that has become increasingly concerning due to the prevalence of scams. According to a recent report by YouMail, a call-blocking service, nearly 4.5 billion robocalls were made in September alone.  This marks a slight increase from the previous month and a notable rise of

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Over the past few months, we’ve seen a wave of data breaches affecting millions of people, from health care giants to government contractors and more. This latest incident is yet another in a long line of alarming breaches. Change Healthcare experienced a major data breach in February this year, causing widespread disruption across the U.S.

Are you as fed up as I am with the seemingly endless number of scams flooding Facebook? You know, the ones I’m talking about — the messages that make you stop and think, "Is this for real?"  Whether you're new to Facebook or you've been scrolling for years, these scams can catch anyone off guard.

Google's latest Android update tried to outsmart thieves with a game-changing security feature on your smartphone.  The long-awaited Theft Detection Lock, first teased at Google I/O earlier this year, is now rolling out to Android devices.  This artificial intelligence-powered tool aims to keep your personal information safe if someone tries to snatch your phone. If

Online stock trading has become increasingly popular.  However, with this convenience comes the need for heightened security measures to protect your sensitive financial information and trading activities. The financial sector is a prime target for cybercriminals, and stock trading platforms are no exception.  One powerful tool that every trader should consider is a Virtual Private

Elections are one of the most crucial parts of any democracy, and unfortunately that also means bad actors try to twist things for their own gain.  With the U.S. general elections just around the corner, cybersecurity risks are ramping up, not just to the systems running the election but also to you. Social media and

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