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Cyber Security and your health: How your data is being used on the dark web

With the growing popularity of the internet and digital health services, our health data is becoming more accessible than ever before. From fitness trackers to medical records, these technologies allow us to monitor our health and access medical care with ease. However, the convenience of these services comes with a significant risk: our health data… Read more Cyber Security and your health: How your data is being used on the dark web

Posted on March 20, 2023March 20, 2023 by Pushkar Sane

What is a VPN? A guide to Internet security and privacy

Whether you are working in a corporate office, on your commute or working from home, a VPN is one of the best ways to protect yourself while you’re browsing online. But exactly how effective are VPNs? Do I really need it? Which one to get? This guide is my attempt to answer some frequently asked… Read more What is a VPN? A guide to Internet security and privacy

Posted on June 1, 2021June 1, 2021 by Pushkar Sane

Beware of cryptocurrency scams. How to avoid them

Ever since its introduction almost 10 years ago, Bitcoin has attracted the attention of investors and meme stock hoarders alike. Bitcoin (and other types of cryptocurrency) have become even more popular lately. Major causes for this is continued support from popular celebrities like Elon Musk and due to conversations online on social media sites like… Read more Beware of cryptocurrency scams. How to avoid them

Posted on February 22, 2021February 22, 2021 by Pushkar Sane

Love is in the air? Actually, scams are.

Romance fraud – scamming someone on the pretext of wanting to start a relationship – is on the rise since the lock down started especially since the start of 2021. In 2020, people lost up to $200 million due to falling victims to romance fraud. According to Check Point Research, over 400 malicious Valentine’s Day-related… Read more Love is in the air? Actually, scams are.

Posted on February 10, 2021February 21, 2021 by Pushkar Sane

Hackers trying to disrupt Covid-19 vaccine distribution

There have been increasing concerns in the health-care groups and governments after reports indicated that hackers might be trying to disrupt the distribution of Pfizer, Moderna and other manufacturers for Covid-19 that is being undertaken currently in the UK and soon in Canada. According to Marc Rogers, the executive director of cybersecurity at Okta, We… Read more Hackers trying to disrupt Covid-19 vaccine distribution

Posted on January 31, 2021February 7, 2021 by Pushkar Sane

Trump’s twitter was accessed illegally using the password “maga2020!”

Recent news broke in that a Dutch security researcher accessed US President Donald Trump’s twitter account by simply guessing his password: “maga2020!” Victor Gevers, the security researcher mentioned above works for the GDI Foundation and is the chair of the Dutch Institute for Vulnerability Disclosure. He recently reported that he was successful in guessing the… Read more Trump’s twitter was accessed illegally using the password “maga2020!”

Posted on October 31, 2020October 31, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

Should you be using Zoom? A privacy discussion

During the pandemic, the use of video conferencing apps (both for work and personal use), has become crucial to maintain sanity and keeping in touch with reality. However, with the increased use of these apps, there has been an increased discussion about security and privacy of individuals and organizations. Zoom is one such application… Read more Should you be using Zoom? A privacy discussion

Posted on May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

Working from home recently? Follow these steps to stay secure

With the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic (Covid-19), more and more employees have found themselves working from home. This puts intense pressure on ISPs and VPN vendors since they have to support an increasing amount of load on their networks. Since we have people who have never worked from home, now doing that, it is imperative to… Read more Working from home recently? Follow these steps to stay secure

Posted on March 26, 2020March 26, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

Are our smart cars vulnerable to getting hacked?

The expanding capabilities of smart cars is evident in recent years given the plethora of smart car options available in the automotive industry. These cars make us seem more connected to us than ever-before. Before you get into your smart car, it knows when you are near the vehicle and unlocks the door for you.… Read more Are our smart cars vulnerable to getting hacked?

Posted on January 26, 2020January 26, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

Ransomware is on the rise

Ransomware attacks are on the rise once again. It is a type of malware that infects computer systems and demands payment, usually in the form of bitcoins. These are attacks where a malicious user takes control of a victim’s private information and asks for a ‘ransom’ in return of the information. I discussed ransomware attacks… Read more Ransomware is on the rise

Posted on January 4, 2020January 17, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

Samsung data breach: What you need to know

Samsung has disclosed that they were victims of a new data breach which included their US systems that were compromised to steal customer information. This news comes after they informed the public that customer personal information was accessed and leaked out of its network. Samsung has communicated that the data that was leaked included Samsung… Read more Samsung data breach: What you need to know

Posted on September 6, 2022March 29, 2023 by Pushkar Sane

Phishing alert! Coronavirus phishing scams

While the world is struggling with the global Coronavirus pandemic, certain malicious agents are taking advantage of the panic among the citizens. Coronavirus phishing scams are on the rise these days. Cybercriminals may send you emails that ask you to open a document to review latest statistics about the novel COVID-19 virus. If you click… Read more Phishing alert! Coronavirus phishing scams

Posted on March 11, 2020March 11, 2020 by Pushkar Sane

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