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Plus, Google unveils a new bug bounty platform and the Pegasus Project discovers spyware in widespread use

Jul 30, 2021 6:58:43 AM min read
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An Ugly Truth: A book review

perex__ Deeper dives into recent political events and misinformation frame the debate over the role that Facebook should play in our society

Deeper dives into recent political events and misinformation frame the debate over the role that Facebook should play in our society

Jul 29, 2021 5:02:25 PM min read
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Beware of crypto exchange scams

perex__ Steering clear of these scams might seem easy, but the tactics of modern-day scammers should not be underestimated

Steering clear of these scams might seem easy, but the tactics of modern-day scammers should not be underestimated

Jul 29, 2021 4:42:26 PM min read
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How to identify the language tech support scammers use to scam

perex__ Tech support scams use language to manipulate people. But language — scammy or otherwise — can be learned.

Tech support scams use language to manipulate people. But language — scammy or otherwise — can be learned.

Jul 29, 2021 10:11:59 AM min read
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How the National Guard trains its cyber soldiers

perex__ {value=From simulated ransomware attacks to SQL injections, the activities at Cyber Shield 21 busted some of my myths about the military}

From simulated ransomware attacks to SQL injections, the activities at Cyber Shield 21 busted some of my myths about the military

Jul 28, 2021 5:05:48 PM min read
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Here's how Apple's "Hide My Email" feature works

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The feature allows you to take full advantage of a company’s services without having to share your email address

Jul 26, 2021 10:24:00 AM min read

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Instagram gives users Sensitive Content Control

perex__ Plus, hackers bypass Windows Hello, and Venmo finally ditches that global social feed

Plus, hackers bypass Windows Hello, and Venmo finally ditches that global social feed

Jul 23, 2021 10:04:18 AM min read
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Avast Business takes home AV-Comparatives’ Approved Business Product award

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Avast Business earns high scores on protection, performance, and usability

Jul 22, 2021 11:45:00 AM min read
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Understanding the Pegasus project

perex__ Although the chances of being struck by Pegasus are low, there's still many reasons to practice safe computing on your phone

Although the chances of being struck by Pegasus are low, there's still many reasons to practice safe computing on your phone

Jul 22, 2021 10:11:41 AM min read
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The Avast Red Team's top 5 security tips for SMBs

perex__ Put these strong security controls in place now to protect your infrastructure, IT systems, and data

Put these strong security controls in place now to protect your infrastructure, IT systems, and data

Jul 21, 2021 10:21:00 AM min read
Privacy

Is storing a digital driver’s license on your phone a good idea?

perex__ Moving to an entirely digital wallet makes a lost or stolen phone an even bigger headache

Moving to an entirely digital wallet makes a lost or stolen phone an even bigger headache

Jul 20, 2021 3:00:00 PM min read
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Who can see your address online?

perex__ What was once only available to those in our local communities is now available to anyone, anywhere in the world

What was once only available to those in our local communities is now available to anyone, anywhere in the world

Jul 20, 2021 10:45:48 AM min read

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