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Tech April 30

FBI warns of scam targeting victims with fake hospitals and police

The FBI has issued a warning that scammers are impersonating doctors, police and banks using spoofed numbers as "smishing" texts surge nationwide.

Trump's First 100 Days April 30

I already have REAL ID but have second thoughts, can I go back?

For those wanting to return to alternative forms of identification instead of a REAL ID, the benefits may not be worth the drawbacks, according to one expert.

Tech April 27

Blue Shield exposed 4.7M patients’ health data to Google

Health insurance giant Blue Shield of California confirmed it had been sharing private health data of 4.7 million users with Google for three years without even realizing it.

Tech April 25

Hertz data breach exposes customer information

Hertz, the rental car giant, recently confirmed that customer information was exposed through a cyberattack on one of its software vendors.

Tech April 21

Hackers using malware to steal data from USB flash drives

Infected USB flash drives can spread malware among multiple organizations in ways that can easily bypass traditional security systems.

Tech April 17

7 simple ways to protect your credit cards while traveling

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shares several easy ways to keep your credit cards safe from digital thieves while you're traveling this summer.

Tech April 16

Hackers steal 1.6 million patient records in major healthcare breach

The CyberGuy explains why healthcare organizations are vulnerable to hackers after there have been a half dozen data breaches this year.

Tech April 13

5 mobile privacy terms you need to know to protect yourself

The CyberGuy breaks down five mobile privacy terms that could make a difference when it comes to keeping your personal information safe.

Tech April 12

Hackers find a way around built-in Windows protections

If not properly managed, Windows Defender Application Control, a security feature with Windows, could be a potential security vulnerability.

Tech April 11

Can't find your Android phone? Here's what to do to track it down

There are multiple ways to find your missing Android phone after it goes missing. One method involves using a smartwatch to ping your phone.

Tech April 10

How thieves use new credit card numbers before you receive them

The CyberGuy provides tips to protect yourself from criminals who use various methods to make unauthorized transactions using your account information.