Privacy

Tech 21 hours ago

Top 5 mistakes that could expose your financial data to cybercriminals

There are common habits and oversights that could leave your financial information vulnerable to cybercriminals, according to Kurt the CyberGuy.

Tech 1 day ago

Do you need a VPN at home? Here are 10 reasons you do

A virtual private network can help ensure your information remains security and your privacy remains intact. Kurt the CyberGuy explains.

Tech 2 days ago

New iPhone auto-restart feature locks encrypted data after extended inactivity

Apple's iOS 18.1 Inactivity Reboot automatically reboots your iPhone if it hasn't been used or unlocked for more than three days, providing better data protection.

Tech 3 days ago

Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240,000 members

A credit union with over 240,000 members recently revealed it was targeted by cybercriminals, resulting in a data breach that was part of a two-month attack by hackers.

Tech 4 days ago

How 1 man got scammed in seconds using Google

Scammers have become skilled at creating convincing fake websites that can easily fool unsuspecting users. The CyberGuy offers tips to protect yourself.

Tech 4 days ago

From CAPTCHA to catastrophe: How fake verification pages are spreading malware

CAPTCHAs, which are used by websites to confirm whether users are people or bots, are harmless, but hackers are using them to infect PCs with malware.

Tech 5 days ago

Half a million patients' personal info stolen in massive health care data breach

Hackers recently leaked personal information of about 500,000 Americans and stole patient medical records that included lab results and insurance details.

Tech December 15

AI-powered deception: The sneaky macOS malware masquerading as your next video call

Artificial intelligence is making life easier for cybercriminals, allowing them to create elaborate scams to trick people. Kurt the Cyberguy explains how to protect yourself.

Tech December 14

Your phone got hacked and now someone's got control of it. What to do immediately

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson lays out the immediate steps you should take if your phone has been hacked and your personal information becomes vulnerable.

Tech December 13

Think you're safe? Identity theft could wipe out your entire life’s savings

A former Colgate-Palmolive employee was shocked to discover $750,000 had been drained from her 401(k) account. "CyberGuy" offers tips on how to prevent identity theft.