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Oxford University blocks Google Docs because of phishing attacks.. for 2.5 hours
An article on phishing in google doc’s from Naked security: Earlier this week it was being widely reported that Oxford University had taken the drastic step of completely blocking Google Docs, after...
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Russian ransomware takes advantage of Windows PowerShell
An interesting article from Naked Security: For us in SophosLabs, ransomware is a common sight. We see many different versions every day. But as to be expected, the authors think up a new gimmick that...
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Iran blocks use of tool to get around Internet filter
An article form NBC new in there technology section : DUBAI (Reuters) – Iranian authorities have blocked the use of most “virtual private networks”, a tool that many Iranians use to get around an...
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Pentagon forming cyber teams to prevent attacks
An article from Yahoow new about the pentagon forming a cyber team: WASHINGTON (AP) — The Defense Department is establishing a series of cyber teams charged with carrying out offensive operations to...
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DoD creating cyber “offensive” teams to strike back against foreign attackers
An article fro SCmagazine about new cyber team:The Department of Defense (DoD) is creating 13 teams, consisting of programmers and computer experts, whose sole mission will be to carry out offensive...
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Exposed Devices Used as Botnet to Scan Internet
An article from threat post about botnet: A controversial Internet scanning project has come under fire for illegally accessing and running code on remote machines. The Internet Census 2012 project,...
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Companies Buying More Insurance Against Cyberattacks
An posting from Tech news daily Companies are getting smarter about protecting themselves from cyberattacks. New research has found that the number of companies purchasing cyberinsurance increased 33...
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Microsoft fixes 9 flaws, Adobe 3 in April’s Tuesday update
No surprises, simply time to do your monthly duty on the second Tuesday of the month. No, not clean the fish tank, apply your Microsoft and Adobe fixes! As Paul pointed out last week, there are nine...
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U.S. Air Force designates six cybertools as weapons
An posting Cnet new from there security and privacy section: Six cybertools have been designated as weapons by the U.S. Air Force, allowing the programs to better compete for increasingly scarce...
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The Internet of Toys and Games by @mhbjr for My Security Thoughts
I am a father of two teenage boys. I love my boys. They are one of the main reasons for me to advance making sure they have a safe and secure home. They are also Xbox-heads. They love that console. I...
View ArticleThe Internet of Toys and Games by @mhbjr for My Security Thoughts
Will law enforcement now send subpoenas for the audio and video recordings from Barbie? Will Mattel be subjected to National Security Letters? The post The Internet of Toys and Games by @mhbjr for My...
View Article10 Year Old Talks about Cyber Bullying
10-year-old Cassidy Warner says she has been bullied since the first grade and made a public plea on Facebook to put an end to it. In an interview with CNN’s Chris Cuomo, she said that she is still...
View ArticleInternet Safety Tips for Kids & Teens
Internet Safety Tips for Kids & Teens Personal Information. Don’t give out personal information without your parents’ permission. This means you should not share your last name, home address,...
View ArticleEx-Facebook security boss: U.S. elections risk becoming ‘World Cup of...
Ex-Facebook security boss: U.S. elections risk becoming 'World Cup of information warfare' The post Ex-Facebook security boss: U.S. elections risk becoming ‘World Cup of information warfare’ first...
View ArticleInternet Safety Day 2021
Today, Tuesday, 9 February 2021, we celebrate the 18th edition of Safer Internet Day with actions taking place right across the globe. With a theme once again of "Together for a better internet", this...
View Article5 Teen Internet Safety Tips
How could our teens live without their smartphones, laptops, and other devices that allow them to go online, communicate and have fun with their friends in a safe manner? We have provided five (5)...
View ArticleInternet Safety Tips for Seniors and Scams to Watch Out for
According to a Pew Research Center survey, about 66% of Americans are over the age of 65 and many of them are online. The post Internet Safety Tips for Seniors and Scams to Watch Out for first appeared...
View ArticleParent/Child Agreement Contract
Nowadays having an online agreement or a set of rules that guides both a child and parent on online usage and expectations makes a lot of sense. It also allows an opportunity for both the parent and...
View ArticleInternet Safety Tips for Parent and Kids [Video]
In a recent interview on the BNC network, I provided a few tips to keep kids safe while online on the Internet. The post Internet Safety Tips for Parent and Kids [Video] first appeared on...
View ArticleSocial Media Safety Awareness Tips
Social media provides a way to stay connected and share with others, but did you know that the cyber criminals will also use social media as another technique to conduct their attacks. It is important...
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