A computer that has become infected with spyware will expose its user to severe privacy and security risks. Spyware is extremely good at hiding on a device surreptitiously, which means it often goes unnoticed by its victim. As a result, spyware can allow cybercriminals to log keystrokes, steal passwords, harvest…
Cloud backup services are a great way to secure your data online. They protect your photos, videos, and files against device loss, theft, malfunction – and even accidental deletion. The very best cloud backup services allow you to back up data from multiple devices. However, not all services permit multiple…
Most of us are pretty comfortable using email; and even sifting through spam and following up with those arduous threads has become second nature – but there are email-specific threats lurking out there. If you haven’t personally dealt with malware, phishing scams, and dubious links, however, it can be easy…
APT stands for ‘Advanced Persistent Threat’, and it’s really important to know what these are and how you can prevent them for infiltrating your network. This guide will look at the ins and outs of APTs, why they’re so dangerous, and what effects they can have if they compromise your…
Throughput measures just how much data can be transferred from one point to another within a set amount of time. If your network is slow and sluggish, it’s a good idea to examine its throughput in order to spot potential causes. Throughput is often used alongside latency and packet loss…
DNS hijacking is one of many ways that scammers and hackers direct unassuming users to malicious websites. There’s been a reported increase in this sort of attack globally since 2019, so it’s understanding exactly how they play out is more important than ever. Don’t know What DNS is? If…
If your web browser is leaking your public IP address via the WebRTC functionality, that’s a WebRTC leak – and these leaks can happen without a user even being aware! Whether you’re using a VPN or not, WebRTC leaks pose a subtle but serious security threat. So, if you…
A total of thirteen vulnerabilities were discovered and subsequently patched by the Dubai-based app. An investigation by IT security consultants, Shielder, has revealed dozens of vulnerabilities within the Telegram app. Telegram introduced stickers in 2019, and what began as research into this new feature’s source code became an eight-month investigation…
A cloud backup service is the best way to protect your data against device malfunction, theft, loss, or deletion. Using a cloud backup service lets you schedule your data to back up automatically, so that your photos, videos, work documents – and anything else important – is always available. For…
Are you worried about your internet connection? Do you suspect you’re connected to Wi-Fi that is putting your data at risk? Do you fear your device might suffer a cyberattack? In this guide, we will show you how to check whether your internet connection is safe. And we will…