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What is sextortion, and how do you recognize, avoid, and respond to it?
Sextortion is a form of blackmail in which someone threatens to share real or fabricated intimate images, videos, or messages unless their demands are met. These threats are often delivered through di...
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Virtual server vs. physical server: Key differences explained
The server setup you choose affects reliability, scalability, and cost. Virtual and physical servers solve different problems, so it’s worth understanding the trade-offs before you commit. In this g...
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How to protect your Linux system from malware attacks
Linux is generally very secure, thanks to its strong permission model, mandatory access control, open-source scrutiny, and secure authentication controls. Its design is also less complex than Windows ...
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How to identify and remove the PC App Store adware
Adware often disguises itself as legitimate software and can lead to persistent ads, browser hijacking, and unwanted system changes. One common way people encounter adware is through third-party softw...
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Why is phishing called "phishing"?
Cybersecurity experts sometimes sound as though they’re speaking a different language, using terms and acronyms that you wouldn’t normally hear in everyday conversation, from denial of service (Do...
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Citibank scams explained: Warning signs, prevention tips, and recovery steps
Scammers often target Citibank customers, sometimes misusing Citibank’s name to make fake messages seem legitimate or impersonating trusted authorities to commit financial fraud. They trick recipien...
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Bad Rabbit ransomware: What it is and how to stay safe
On October 24, 2017, a new form of ransomware named Bad Rabbit struck numerous Windows systems, first in Eastern Europe and then other locations around the world. While the Bad Rabbit threat has since...
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Insider threats: Understanding, prevention, and management
Cybersecurity strategies and solutions often focus on external threats, like malicious third parties and hacker groups targeting a network or organization. But dangers don’t always come from the out...
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Malware vs. virus: Key differences explained
When a device slows down, crashes, or starts showing suspicious pop-ups, most people assume it’s a virus. The term “virus” (often used as shorthand for malware) appears frequently in search bars...
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AI scams explained: Common tactics and how to stay safe
Artificial intelligence (AI) scams are an evolution of traditional scams that use AI to target greater numbers of people and improve their overall efficiency. These scams work by generating realistic-...
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