Privacy - Page 15

Tech December 4, 2024

Malicious Play Store apps put 8 million Android users at risk

It's easy to download malicious apps if you're not careful, and a new report reveals more than a dozen malicious apps with SpyLoan malware have been available at the Play Store.

Tech December 1, 2024

9 ways scammers can use your phone number to try to trick you

Scammers can wreak havoc on your life just by having your phone number. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson addresses how to avoid becoming a victim.

Tech November 28, 2024

Amazon’s VP explains how to protect yourself from holiday impersonation scams

Amazon becomes a prime target of scammers during the holiday shopping season trying to steal Social Security numbers, bank information and Amazon credentials.

Tech November 28, 2024

Spotify playlists are being hijacked to promote pirated software and scams

Spammers have found a way to target Spotify playlists and podcasts to push pirated software, cheat codes for games and spam links and malware sites.

Tech November 24, 2024

Don’t get caught in the 'Apple ID suspended' phishing scam

Even the most tech-savvy computer users have to think twice with some of the clever phishing emails scammers are coming up with these days.

Tech November 24, 2024

Free email services are costing you more than you think

Free email accounts come with hidden costs to privacy. Technology guru Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explores the risks involved with email accounts.

Tech November 23, 2024

Cheap Black Friday deals cost to your privacy

As Black Friday approaches, you should know that retailers often sell consumers' personal information and purchase histories to third parties.

Tech November 20, 2024

How your browser is spying on you: Hidden dangers lurking behind every click

Internet browsers are useful, but they can be dangerous. Clicking on malicious links can direct you to dangerous websites that steal information or infect your device.

Tech November 17, 2024

How a wrong Google search can compromise your data and bring law enforcement calling

Wrong Google searches can not only compromise your device and personal data. They can also bring law enforcement to your doorstep. Hackers are targeting Google searches.

Tech November 16, 2024

How to make your VPN faster

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how a VPN — virtual private network — works and how running it can slow down the operation of your device.

Tech November 13, 2024

Your email didn’t expire; it’s just another sneaky scam

Scammers are using increasingly sophisticated ways to lure unsuspecting victims, and some are impersonating an email help desk or support team.