Work From Home Safety Tips
While companies transition employees back to the office, much of the global workforce continues to work remotely. In this new work from home environment, cybersecurity is now more important than ever. Organizations can safeguard sensitive information (and employees’ personal information) by encouraging workers to maintain security practices. Here are some simple tips to keep your […]
Secure Your Mobile Devices From Cybercriminals
Mobile devices make it easy to connect with family and friends. However, these smart devices contain huge amounts of personal information from health apps and social media to password managers and banking apps. Consider all the sensitive information stored on your cell phone: photos, text messages, email and account and phone numbers. To block your […]
Keep Hackers at Bay with a Strong Password
In a scale of 1 to 10 (with 10 being the best), how would you rate your online security? While most individuals try to practice safe cyber activity, let’s face it; we’re human. It can become tedious to manage multiple passwords. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and with the increasing number of cyber threats in […]
How to Avoid Phishing Scams
Don’t be misled by cyber criminals and phishing tactics using text messages. This type of phishing is also known as “smishing” or SMS phishing. Crooks will send deceptive text messages to lure you into giving up your personal or financial information. Examples of smishing you may receive: Be the first to click this link and […]
What is social engineering? A definition + techniques to watch for
Most cybercriminals are master manipulators, but that doesn’t mean they’re all manipulators of technology — some cybercriminals favor the art of human manipulation. Learn More
Protect Yourself From a Ransomware Attack
You’ve probably heard about recent ransomware attacks to local and national organizations, but you’re probably wondering, “What is ransomware?” In short, ransomware is when cybercriminals hack into your work or personal computer, encrypt the files and then hold them hostage until a ransom is paid. Ransomware can be delivered via email or by programs that […]
Beware: AOL phishing email states your account will be closed
An AOL mail phishing campaign is underway to steal users’ login name and password by warning recipients that their account is about to be closed. While most people are using Gmail, Outlook, or other modern free mail services, many older people continue to use AOL simply because they are used to the service and find […]
What is smishing?
A form of phishing, smishing is when someone tries to trick you into giving them your private information via a text or SMS message. Smishing is becoming an emerging and growing threat in the world of online security. Read on to learn what smishing is and how you can protect yourself against it. Learn More
How you can fight disinformation on social media
Disinformation, hoaxes, and conspiracy theories can spread quickly, especially when they are amplified by Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, or other social media platforms. How can you recognize disinformation when it pops up in your Facebook feed, Twitter timeline, or Instagram stories? Here’s a look at steps you can take to steer clear of disinformation. Learn More
Is it safe to download free ebooks online?
We at Norton appreciate the importance of books and the value they add to our lives. We understand the primary goal of reading is to know more and grow more. Whether it’s read in a traditional paperback, on a tablet, on a computer, or on a mobile device, all books should be easily available for […]
