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Nearly 3 Billion Affected By A Massive Data Breach

National Public Data Breach

National Public Data, a company that collects personal information from public records to create background checks, was hacked and the data was released on the web.  This breach has affected nearly 3 billion individuals and leaked information includes: names, addresses, Social Security numbers, financial information, medical records, and driver's license details.  The consequences of such a breach can be severe, including identity theft, financial fraud, and emotional distress.

Friday, August 23, 2024/Author: Stephanie Nelson/Number of views (26)/Comments (0)/
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The Dangers of QR Code Phishing

Don't Get Quished

QR codes, those little square barcodes you scan with your phone from restaurant menus to concert tickets, have become a convenient way to access information. But with convenience comes risk, and QR codes are no exception. Enter quishing, the malicious practice of using QR codes to trick you into online threats.

Tuesday, July 16, 2024/Author: Stephanie Nelson/Number of views (95)/Comments (0)/
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Microsoft’s new feature “Recall” is aptly named since it’s a potential safety hazard!

Windows Copilot+ PCs

Microsoft's new "Recall" feature promises to be a game-changer for finding that specific website you visited last week but can't remember the name.  But there are some security concerns to consider.

Friday, May 31, 2024/Author: Stephanie Nelson/Number of views (145)/Comments (0)/
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Ever Wonder Why You Skip CAPTCHAs Sometimes?

Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers & Humans Apart

You're trying to log in somewhere online, and a frustrating CAPTCHA pops up, demanding you decipher blurry text or identify pictures of fire hydrants.  But sometimes, mysteriously, the CAPTCHA never appears.  Have you ever wondered why?

Thursday, May 16, 2024/Author: Stephanie Nelson/Number of views (114)/Comments (0)/
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Protect Your Identity

Data Brokers & Data Breaches

It's simply unsettling to know your personal information, from your address and phone number to marital status and estimated income, is readily accessible online by anyone who cares to look.  The good news is, you can fight back and take control of your online privacy.  Here we explain how the information is shared and what you can do to monitor and mitigate issues.

Wednesday, March 20, 2024/Author: Stephanie Nelson/Number of views (157)/Comments (0)/
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