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March 10, 2025

16 hijacked browser extensions expose 3.2 million users

Kurt the CyberGuy recommends deleting 16 browser extensions immediately in response to a report saying more than 3.2 million web users were affected by a security breach.

March 10, 2025

Is that iPhone app spying? Apple’s App Privacy Report reveals all

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson urges you to use Apple’s App Privacy Report to see what your apps are really up to.

March 9, 2025

Got a bank transfer alert text? It might be a scam; here’s what to do

Kurt the CyberGuy offers tips to safeguard your personal information as scammers become more sophisticated with scam texts and other methods.

March 6, 2025

Tax scam alert: How to protect yourself and your tax refund

A cybersecurity firm has shed some light on just how common tax scams have become. Kurt the CyberGuy offers his advice for how to protect your refund.

March 5, 2025

1 click cost a father $4 million in bitcoin to vishing scammers

A man invested $4 million in bitcoin and lost it all with a single click when he was targeted by a vishing scam, which uses phone calls to trick people.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.