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What are malicious websites, and how can you safeguard yourself?
Malicious websites are created to carry out harmful activity, such as stealing data through phishing or installing malware on your device. They’re often hard to distinguish from legitimate platforms...
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What is big data security and privacy?
Big data refers to datasets that are large, complex, or fast-changing enough that they are usually stored and processed across multiple systems, rather than in a single database. Big data environments...
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How to protect yourself from deepfake scams
Advances in AI have made it possible to create highly realistic fake audio, video, or images, called deepfakes. While this technology has legitimate uses (like art or film), scammers also use it to mi...
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How to protect your devices from bluesnarfing attacks
Bluetooth technology enables nearby devices to connect and communicate over short-range wireless connections. In rare cases, weaknesses in Bluetooth services or outdated implementations can allow data...
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What is TrickBot malware, and how to stop it
TrickBot is a widely deployed malware toolkit associated with credential theft and the enabling of ransomware. While major disruptions reduced its operations, the infection patterns and response steps...
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What is a rootkit, and why is it so dangerous?
A rootkit is a type of malware that provides attackers with privileged access to your device. This allows them to install more malware to conduct additional attacks and to modify or remove software wh...
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What is packet loss? Everything you need to know
If you’re experiencing disruptions in your online activity, such as persistent lag while gaming, video quality dropping on streaming services, or choppy audio on Wi-Fi calls, packet loss may be part...
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Comprehensive guide to network security standards and compliance
In today’s hyper-connected world, networks form the foundation of how organizations operate and share information. As connectivity expands, so does the need for consistent, reliable security practic...
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What is Mimikatz and why it’s a security risk
Although it was originally created for research purposes, Mimikatz has found widespread application as a tool in post-compromise intrusions. In the wrong hands, it could help attackers leverage their ...
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Chase fraud alert email: How to identify and respond to phishing
Chase regularly contacts clients by email for various reasons. The trouble is that scammers actively imitate the company, sending messages meant to trick targets into clicking links or sharing sensiti...
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