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How to identify and mitigate attack vectors in cybersecurity
A cyberattack rarely starts with a dramatic “break-in.” Most start with an opening, such as outdated software or weak passwords, which are exploited using specific methods to gain unauthorized acc...
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Malicious Chrome extensions: How to identify and remove them
Chrome extensions can add useful features, but the same access that makes them powerful can also make them risky when abused. This guide explains how malicious or compromised extensions misuse permiss...
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iPhone stolen device protection: How to enable and use it
If someone steals your iPhone, the biggest risks arise from the actions the thief can take once they unlock it. That’s where Apple’s Stolen Device Protection comes in. This iPhone feature adds ext...
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What is MyDoom? A comprehensive guide to the infamous worm
In January 2004, a computer worm called MyDoom began spreading through email inboxes worldwide. Within two days, the worm was already circulating in 168 countries. MyDoom didn’t rely on advanced hac...
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What is a text mail subscriber and how does it work?
The term “text mail subscriber” typically refers to someone who has signed up to receive automated text messages from organizations such as local governments, schools, delivery services, banks, or...
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Zoom security: What you need to know about meeting privacy
Many students, remote workers, and teams rely on Zoom as their go-to video call platform. But, like many widely adopted communication services, its users need to consider privacy and security. In this...
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Understanding cyberterrorism: Definition, types, and preventive measures
Cyberterrorism sits at the intersection of cybersecurity and global security, which has led to it being used as a label for some ordinary cyberattacks that don’t necessarily meet the criteria. This ...
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Bluetooth security guide: How to stay safe from wireless attacks
Bluetooth connects everything from speakers and keyboards to phones, wearables, and cars. It’s convenient, but any wireless technology can introduce risk. This guide outlines how Bluetooth works at ...
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What is the Stuxnet virus and why does it matter?
Stuxnet was an unprecedented piece of malicious software that forced the cybersecurity world to rethink what cyberattacks could achieve. Its discovery revealed a level of planning, resources, and prec...
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Can Chromebooks get viruses? A comprehensive guide
Chromebooks are widely regarded as some of the most secure consumer laptops available. Their streamlined, cloud-first design and built-in security features reduce exposure to many threats that commonl...
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