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Employee screening data breach exposes 3.3 million records

March 4, 2025

Employee screening data breach exposes 3.3 million records

Major employee screening company data breach affects 3.3 million people. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what happened and gives five ways to protect your data.

New malware exploits fake updates to steal data

March 3, 2025

New malware exploits fake updates to steal data

New malware "FrigidStealer" targets Mac computers. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers four ways to stay safe from infostealer malware.

Extra cash with no catch? Spotting retiree job scams

March 2, 2025

Extra cash with no catch? Spotting retiree job scams

Reports of task scams have significantly risen in the past four years, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Kurt the CyberGuy offers some red flags.

Investment research data breach exposes 12 million customers

March 1, 2025

Investment research data breach exposes 12 million customers

A recent ransomeware attack targeted Zacks, an American investment firm, and a cybercriminal claimed to have stolen records for millions of customers.

Bipartisan duo looks to fend off food supply cyber threats as global tensions persist

February 27, 2025

Bipartisan duo looks to fend off food supply cyber threats as global tensions persist

A bipartisan tag team is leading on a measure to safeguard American food production from lingering cyber threats amid enduring global tensions.

Long-dormant Mac malware returns with advanced capabilities

February 27, 2025

Long-dormant Mac malware returns with advanced capabilities

Just two months into 2025 there have been numerous Mac malware threats targeting Apple laptops, ranging from infostealers to malicious software.

Growing national security threats from China prompt action from lawmakers

February 26, 2025

Growing national security threats from China prompt action from lawmakers

Fox News chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin discusses rising national security threats from China and President Xi speaking with Putin as President Donald Trump attempts to drive them apart.

Malware exposes 3.9 billion passwords in huge cybersecurity threat

February 26, 2025

Malware exposes 3.9 billion passwords in huge cybersecurity threat

Kurt the CyberGuy offers tips on how you can protect your devices against infostealer malware, which was used to infect 4.3 million machines last year.

This is what no one planned could happen after taking a DNA test

February 24, 2025

This is what no one planned could happen after taking a DNA test

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says DNA tests pose privacy risks like shared genetic information, inaccuracies and hard data deletion.

This is what you are doing wrong when scammers call

February 22, 2025

This is what you are doing wrong when scammers call

The line between spam and scams is thin. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson details his tips for identifying and avoiding phone scams, robocalls and unwanted solicitations.