Tag: cybersecurity

Mobile security attacks up 42 percent in 2022

Sam Lambert
Mobile security attacks - Security Alerts

Based on mid-year report data, there has been a massive global spike in malware attacks. While mobile security threats and attacks aren’t anything new, this year appears to have made them far more common than they’ve ever been before, with a 42 percent increase recorded by CheckPoint in its recent 2022 report. The World Economic Forum believes that human error is behind 95 percent of these issues. According to the World Economic Forum in its 2022 Global Risk Report, 95 percent of issues relating to mobile security attacks can be…

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Mobile security attacks grow as phones are used for more daily activities

Jesse Collins
Mobile security - Security Breach

As smartphone users turn to their devices to complete more tasks, hackers are exploiting vulnerabilities. People are increasingly turning to their phones to complete their regular daily activities and as this trend grows, so does the number of mobile security attacks. Hackers see the use of smartphones for personal and work purposes as a prime opportunity. The more people use their smartphones to complete work and personal tasks, the more hackers are seeing vulnerabilities that they can exploit. This, according the fifth annual Mobile Security Index (MSI) from Verizon. That…

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IRS facial recognition strategy under fire from cybersecurity advocates

Stephanie Beck
Facial recognition - IRS

Privacy and security advocates have heavily criticized the intention to use ID.me software. The IRS has been encouraging Americans to begin the use of a facial recognition login service. It requires people to submit photos of themselves to a third-party company in order to use it. Privacy and cybersecurity experts have heavily criticized the program over a range of concerns. Independent investigative reporter Brian Krebs initially spotted and flagged this news. Since then, privacy and cybersecurity experts have heavily criticized the facial recognition strategy. Those advocates say that the program…

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7 Best Cybersecurity Practices for Small Businesses

Guest Post

Cyber attacks on businesses are on the rise. And attackers are usually more focused on the smaller companies. That is because the smaller ones are likely to have less security measures in place to prevent such attacks. If you run a small business, here are seven cybersecurity practices that you need to know. #1 Training the Employees Cybersecurity and data privacy training can help your employees realize how vulnerable they are to different cyber threats. The training will also allow them to explore the various ways in which they can…

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Doorbell cameras boost security and deter porch pirates while spiking privacy risks

John Montgallo
Doorbell Cameras - Camera

While they may reduce package theft, experts caution that these gadgets come with serious concerns. Porch piracy – the theft of packages off people’s doorsteps – have led to a rapid rise in the popularity of doorbell cameras. However, while they may help in the case of package theft, experts are warning that they also come with a spectrum of security concerns. These devices are internet-connected and aren’t nearly as secure as many users believe. As is the case with all smart devices, when doorbell cameras are used without enhanced…

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