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Thursday, November 30, 2017

Preventing Black Friday cyber scams


Hotspot Shield Security analyst Robert Siciliano on how consumers can defend against the cyber threat on Black Friday and throughout the holiday shopping season.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/other/preventing-black-friday-cyber-scams/vi-BBFrIal

Wednesday, November 29, 2017

5 fireable offenses that could cost CISOs their jobs


Sure, a big preventable breach might easily cost a CISO his or her job--just ask Susan Mauldin, the former Equifax CISO. A few less obvious missteps could do the same.
https://www.csoonline.com/article/3237797/it-careers/5-missteps-that-could-cost-cisos-their-jobs.html

Tuesday, November 28, 2017

Holiday Shoping Security with @HotspotShield - YouTube


http://robertsiciliano.com/ Robert Siciliano Identityy Theft Expert discusses Holiday Shoping Security with @HotspotShield
https://youtu.be/qDAmLXD4SAQ

Monday, November 27, 2017

Your Web Cam Hacked Can Lead to Identity Theft - YouTube


http://robertsiciliano.com/ Robert Siciliano Identity theft expert discusses how Your Web Cam Hacked Can Lead to Identity Theft for @HotspotShield
https://youtu.be/02iWKrr1mbI

Saturday, November 25, 2017

Shipping Scams That Could Ruin Your Holidays | Experian


With the holidays just around the corner, scammers are getting ready for their big score. Here are the most pervasive holiday retail shipping scams.
https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/shipping-scams-that-could-ruin-your-holidays/

Friday, November 24, 2017

After Equifax, Is Getting Rid of Social Security Numbers a Good Idea?


After the Equifax data breach and so many other data breaches in the past year alone, it’s enough to make you squeamish every time you use your social security...
https://www.depositaccounts.com/blog/2017/10/equifax-rid-social-security-numbers-good-idea.html

Thursday, November 23, 2017

Krack WiFi Attack Sacks WPA2 Encryption - YouTube


http://robertsiciliano.com/ Robert Siciliano Identity Theft Speaker and Expert discusses Krack WiFi Attack Sacks WPA2 Encryption for @HotspotShield
https://youtu.be/i0Tf1aHYUoc

Wednesday, November 22, 2017

Protect Your Identity From Holiday Charity Scams


During the holidays, it is common for people to donate money to people who are less fortunate. But beware of these holiday scammers.
https://www.thebalance.com/protect-identity-from-holiday-charity-scams-4154602

Saturday, November 18, 2017

Friday, November 17, 2017

School Districts Data Hacked and Held For Ransom - YouTube


http://robertsiciliano.com/ Robert Siciliano Identity Theft Expert discusses School Districts Data Hacked and Held For Ransom for @HotspotShield
https://youtu.be/nklEiLDWhYI

Thursday, November 16, 2017

Australian Defense Contractor Hacked With US Military Data - YouTube


http://robertsiciliano.com/ Robert Siciliano Identity Theft Expert discuses Australian Defense Contractor Hacked With US Military Data for @HotspotShield
https://youtu.be/fq9ucpC6IxM

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Wanted: An Alternative to the SSN


White House Cyber Coordinator Rob Joyce is calling for replacements to the Social Security numbering system. Here's what you need to know.
http://www.ebix.com/blog/wanted-alternative-ssn/

Monday, November 13, 2017

3 Tips to Reduce Cybersecurity Gaps | CSO Online


CSO offers the latest information and best practices on business continuity and data protection, best practices for prevention of social engineering scams, malware and breaches, and tips and advice abut security careers and leadership.
https://www.csoonline.com/article/3236145/data-breach/3-tips-to-reduce-cybersecurity-gaps.html

Saturday, November 11, 2017

Wednesday, November 08, 2017

Tuesday, November 07, 2017

Social Security Number Scams to Steal Your Identity


Following the recent massive hack of Equifax, experts are now warning consumers about the possibility of fake calls, texts, emails, and social media.
https://www.thebalance.com/social-security-number-scams-identity-theft-4153849

Monday, November 06, 2017

Wanted from Small Business: Free, Fast, Secure WiFi | PCWorld


Reaching out to wireless influencers, we discovered three main areas or focus for business owners who offer, or want to offer free WiFi: security, speed and management. Here’s what they had to say.
https://www.pcworld.com/article/3234635/internet/wanted-from-small-business-free-fast-secure-wifi.html

Dating apps — and safety – Campus News


In this new device-obsessed culture, it seems only natural that people are making love connections (or at least trying to) over their iPhones, iPads or Androids. Safety issues are an increasing concern, but first here’s a roundup of a few popular applications:
http://cccnews.info/2017/10/22/dating-apps-and-safety/

Saturday, November 04, 2017

10 Ways to Secure Your Identity for Free - TheStreet


With the massive Equifax data breach still firmly entrenched in the minds of U.S. adults, the pendulum is swinging higher toward identity protection. Here are ten ways to cover your six.
https://www.thestreet.com/amp/slideshow/14344459/1/fast-fix-10-ways-to-secure-your-identity-for-free.html

Friday, November 03, 2017

How to protect yourself from online identity theft


A tech expert says identity theft is a major concern for internet users this comes amid reports that the personal information of 30-million South Africans has been leaked.
https://www.enca.com/technology/how-to-protect-yourself-from-online-identity-theft

Thursday, November 02, 2017