How To Thwart An E-mail Phishing Attempt
E-mail phishing attempts are on the rise thanks to advancements in virus and malware detection. These have slowed down the bad guys’ data mining and money-making attempts. As a result, they're going back to basics.
Luckily, e-mail phishing has numerous tell-tale signs.
Links: Don't Click 'Em
Emailing phishing attempts usually…
Hacking: Not Restricted To Computers
You can have the best devices and security measures and still fall victim to a hacker... even on your cell phone. After all, it has an operating system just like a computer and ways to wiggle in through exploits.
Got an Apple device? Don’t think that you're exempt from a phone…
Watch Out For These New iOS Pop-Ups That Want Your Apple ID
One small annoyance well-known to iOS users is the onslaught of pop-ups that appear when trying to do just about anything. They usually require users to enter their Apple ID before downloading a new app or buying something within an app. With how…
The subject line of the e-mail referenced "your Amazon Account." The body mentioned my credit card and how it had just been "updated." A quick scan of the rest caused temporary alarm. My credit card? I didn't make any changes to my credit card or my Amazon account. Upon closer inspection, I recognized this e-mail for what it…
You will have to watch out for scams this shopping season when there are so many scammers and knock-off merchandise out there. This holiday season is expecting record attempts from Internet-criminals on shoppers.
Watch out for scams this shopping season.
With all the stores, people, and on-line stores gearing up for holiday sales there will be…