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April 5, 2025

DoubleClickjacking hack turns double-clicks into account takeovers

Double-clicking is something we all do, often without giving it a second thought. But it could be giving hackers permission to do something dangerous.

April 2, 2025

FBI warns about new extortion scam targeting sensitive data

According to the FBI, cybercriminals are sending extortion letters, threatening to release victims' sensitive information unless a ransom is paid.

March 31, 2025

New phishing attack uses real-time interception to bypass 2FA

This phishing kit bypasses 2FA via session hijacking and real-time credential theft. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers four ways to stay safe from Astaroth phishing attacks.

March 29, 2025

Alleged Canadian hacker behind 2021 theft of Texas GOP and GiveSendGo user data in custody: DOJ

A Canadian national, "Kirtaner," was in custody after being linked to a 2021 breach of the Texas GOP website, allowing stolen data to be posted online for download.

March 29, 2025

GenAI, the future of fraud and why you may be an easy target

With the help of artificial intelligence, sophisticated fraud techniques emerging today are virtually undetectable to the untrained eye.

March 27, 2025

ClickFix malware tricks you into infecting your own Windows PC

Hackers are tricking people into installing password-stealing malware by making them press keyboard shortcuts under the pretense of proving they're not bots.

March 26, 2025

FBI warns about document conversion sites spreading malware

The FBI warns that some free online document converters load malware onto people's computers, making their private information vulnerable to attack.

March 24, 2025

Apple fixes Passwords app vulnerability enabling Wi-Fi attacks

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says Apple's Passwords app had a three-month phishing flaw from iOS 18 to 18.2 patch.

March 23, 2025

Protecting your daughter from deepfakes and online abuse

Artificial intelligence-generated images and videos that use someone’s likeness typically target women without their consent. The CyberGuy unpacks how to protect loved ones.

March 17, 2025

Flooded by spam after searching for a lender to refinance?

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses these effective tips to reduce spam after refinancing your home.