Category: privacy

What is IoT cybersecurity?

Internet of things (IoT) cybersecurity is critical as this technology continues to grow, powering smart homes, streamlining industries, and connecting billions of devices. Every connection is a potential entry point for cyber threats. Without proper safeguards, an IoT device can become an easy target, putting its users at risk. IoT cybersecurity is about securing these…
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February 14, 2025 0

How to turn off Gemini

Let’s be honest — if you’re here, it’s probably because you’ve become frustrated by Google’s Gemini lately. With the latest Gemini 2.0 updates and its integration into Google Drive workspaces, this AI tool is now everywhere — in the background of every Sheet, Doc, or Slide you’re working on. And while some users might find…
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February 13, 2025 0

What is barrel phishing? All you need to know

Imagine that you receive an email from a sender who appears to have some connection to you — a coworker, someone you met at a conference, or maybe your boss. The email is benign without any of the usual markers of phishing emails. Then you get a second email with a link or attachment. After…
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February 13, 2025 0

What an IP reputation attack is and how to protect your network

With the rise in cybercrime over the last decade, it’s difficult to know who to trust online. That’s why internet service providers, email providers, and cybersecurity tools track IP reputation and block IP addresses associated with suspicious traffic. However, if your IP address is compromised in an attack, such as phishing or botnet activity, it…
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February 13, 2025 0

Vigilance check: Scams and opinions about technology in the US research

It’s no secret that online fraud numbers have steadily risen throughout the years, so much so that some have hailed 2024 as the beginning of the golden age of scams. Naturally, as scammers find new ways to scam people — including with the use of AI — NordVPN decided to do some research on US…
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February 13, 2025 0

Email spoofing: What it is and how to avoid it

Email spoofing is a cybersecurity risk that can catch even the most vigilant internet users off-guard. Malicious actors may use this social engineering tactic to alter email addresses and use them to launch phishing, email fraud, or business email compromise (BEC) attacks. But what exactly is email spoofing, and how can you avoid it? Let’s…
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February 12, 2025 0

What is email spoofing and how to avoid it

You’ve just got an email from your best friend, and there’s a link. The email address looked legitimate, so you clicked on it expecting some funny meme or kitten videos you both used to share. However, your system suddenly starts acting weirdly, and people are complaining about you sending them strange emails. You fell victim…
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February 12, 2025 0

Off-Facebook Activity: A complete guide to understanding and managing your privacy

For over five years, Facebook has been allowing its users to monitor and control their shared data through the Off-Facebook Activity feature. But what exactly an off-Facebook activity is and how does it affect your online privacy? Let’s find out.


February 11, 2025 0

7 effective ways to prevent cyberattacks

Cyberattacks occur more frequently than you might expect. That’s why cybersecurity experts recommend following a set of practices and routines that minimize your appeal as a target to attackers trying to gain access to your data or devices.


February 11, 2025 0

Script kiddies (skiddies): What are they?

“Script kiddies” might sound like a funny term, but these amateur hackers have the potential to do severe damage. While script kiddies lack experience, they’re known for their indiscriminate methods, making it more likely for you to encounter attacks. Here’s how script kiddies work and how to protect yourself against them.


February 11, 2025 0