Komando.com • 27th September 2022

Global crime ring targeting your credit cards - Here's how to stay protected

How often do you go over your credit card or banking statements? If you don’t do it regularly, there is a chance that you’ll miss some suspicious transactions. It might not be enough to trigger a warning, but repeated charges can amount to a large sum. Tap or click here for 10 accounts more valuable than your credit card.

Checking your financial statements is more important than ever. A cybersecurity research team found a global credit card scam stealing millions of dollars from unsuspecting vi

Komando.com • 30th September 2022

IRS reports significant increase in texting scams - Here's what to look for

The most critical things scammers are after are your personal information and money. How they get to it varies. Tap or click here for the scams seniors fall for most and how to spot them.

Thieves are getting much better at spoofing companies and government agencies, hoping to rip you off. These dangerous phishing attacks are on the rise.

Keep reading to find out how thieves are now impersonating the IRS with tricky text messages and a few ways to protect against them.

Cybercriminals often imp

Komando.com • 24th September 2022

Twitter warns of a password incident that could impact your account

It’s always a good idea to change your passwords often. With security breaches happening constantly and personal details being put up for sale on the Dark Web, it’s one of the ways you can keep your information safe. Scam alert: five most costly data breaches (plus five states most targeted).

Your social media details are precious to hackers, which is why some sites, such as Facebook and Twitter, use two-factor authentication. But if you recently reset your Twitter password, there’s a problem.

Komando.com • 21st September 2022

3 tricky scams targeting seniors and how to avoid them

There are so many scams to worry about. It’s like a digital minefield online. But one group of people appears to be more targeted than others. Seniors.

The FBI recently put out a report highlighting the staggering number of scams targeting seniors. We’ll tell you a few viral scams and ways to outsmart them. Please share this article with the seniors in your life so they can stay safe. Tap or click here for five useful apps every senior should download.

Read on for details on the most common sc

Komando.com • 20th September 2022

Scam alert: This tech support scam takes an “adult” twist

You can browse the internet in whichever way you want. As long as it’s within the law, there are no restrictions on where you go or what you look at. But that does come with associated dangers as not all websites are family-friendly and virus-free. Tap or click here for details on the Dark Web and what you’ll find there.

The deeper you go into the internet’s underbelly, the greater your chances of picking up something nasty on your device. The Dark Web isn’t the only way to run into malware. Cl

Komando.com • 19th September 2022

How to stop Microsoft and Google spell check from invading your privacy

Nobody wants to make a spelling error when typing an important email. Grammarly is a free tool that can help. Tap or click here to find out how to use this helpful tool. Google’s Chrome browser and Microsoft’s Edge also have spell checkers to ensure your writing is flawless.

But while they can be convenient, they pose a privacy risk. Security researchers discovered that some browser’s spell check tools send personally identifying information (PII) to Big Tech companies.

Read on to see how brow

Komando.com • 15th September 2022

Microsoft Patch Tuesday September 2022 - Critical update fixes 63 flaws

Every computer user should mark the second Tuesday of every month on their calendar. If you don’t know why it’s because most software developers push out critical updates to various apps and operating systems.

While these can sometimes include new features and graphical overhauls, it generally plugs security vulnerabilities and flaws that hackers can exploit. September is essential if you have a Windows-based computer, as Microsoft patched 63 flaws with its latest release.

Read on to see what

Komando.com • 13th September 2022

Google Safe Browsing protects devices from dangerous sites and files

Browsing the internet can sometimes seem like the Wild West. Many hidden dangers are lurking around every corner, and you must be armed to fight them off. But no gunslinger can do that alone and often needs the help of a sidekick to combat malware and malicious links.

Keeping your operating system up to date and ensuring you have sufficient antivirus protection is a good start. However, web browsers and developers sometimes step in to secure your details and safeguard your devices.

Read on for

Komando • 18th December 2021

Payroll company hit by ransomware - It could mean your next check is late

The holiday season is in full swing, and many people rely on the year’s final paycheck to purchase Christmas presents or getaways. Need more holiday shopping inspiration?
But this year might not be a smooth ride for many employees. A prominent payroll company used by tons of businesses recently suffered a ransomware attack, and it’s likely to impact paychecks.

Komando • 17th December 2021

The Log4j flaw: What it means and what you can do to protect yourself

Cyberattacks, for the most part, are usually low-level intrusions into personal computers or ill-protected business networks. But now and again, a massive hack demonstrates that no company or person is immune.

Do you remember the Stuxnet computer worm? It was unleashed in 2010 and used to infiltrate Iranian nuclear facilities.

Komando • 16th December 2021

Patch Tuesday is here: Update your Windows PC to fix 6 zero-days

Once a month, the most prominent software development companies release updates and patches for their products.

The update cycle has become known as Patch Tuesday, and the December edition is stacked with security fixes and privacy plugs. It will be the last one for the year, and Microsoft addresses 67 security flaws in its operating system.

Komando • 15th December 2021

iPhone update: App privacy report, pick who gets access to your data when you die

Apple started to roll out the latest iOS update this week, which adds a few tweaks. In what will probably be the last update for the year, it covers a few important aspects of privacy and security.

The previous iOS update (iOS 15.1) added SharePlay, the ability to capture ProRes video using iPhone 13 Pro and screen sharing for FaceTime.

It also included a feature that most iOS users wanted, the ability to store a COVID-19 vaccination card in Apple Wallet.

This time around though, the update is more focused on privacy. Read on for what you’ll get in the latest release.

Komando • 15th December 2021

Emergency update for Chrome - Patch now to fix zero-day flaw

Operating systems and browsers are constantly receiving updates. Some are needed for cool new features, but others fix newly discovered flaws.

Now, a severe zero-day flaw has been discovered in Google’s Chrome browser. Fortunately, Google has already developed a patch to fix the bug.

Komando • 14th December 2021

If your PC is running Windows 11, update now to fix a nasty slowdown bug

Microsoft’s Windows 11 can be a great operating system if everything is set up correctly and compatible with your PC. Launched about two months ago, a recent survey suggested that as many as 5% of computers use the new operating system.

Komando • 12th December 2021

Facebook account hacked? Here's how to get it back

Social media has become an integral part of our lives. Even though Facebook has a shady past, it’s one of the most popular globally. Tap or click here for the 10-second Facebook security setting you need to change right now.

Many people even use Facebook to log in to other online services. Instead of remembering credentials for games and other popular sites, just log in through Facebook. But that comes with severe risks.

With so many things linked to your account, what happens if you get locked out of Facebook? Well, the unfortunate scenario is that you’ll automatically also be denied access to the associated apps or services. Read on to find out what to do if your Facebook account has been hacked or you’re locked out.

Komando • 11th December 2021

Major ISP and cable company breached - And you'll never believe how

If you are a customer of Cox Communications, your data may have been exposed. The company revealed that it suffered a security breach, and customer data was compromised.

Cox Communications provides customers with cable TV, internet and home phone service. It is the third-largest cable television provider in the country, with around 3 million customers.

If the breach impacted you, you should receive a letter from Cox notifying you through snail mail. In the meantime, read on for details on the breach and ways to protect your data.

Komando • 10th December 2021

9 popular routers are at risk - See if yours is on the list

Your router is arguably the most critical component in your internet network. It serves as the primary point where all wireless devices connect and download information. A vulnerability in the router’s software could spell disaster.

That’s why it’s critical to ensure your router has the latest firmware updates installed. It is one of the first protections against malware and hackers.

Komando • 1st December 2021

Bad app warning: Apps with 300K downloads caught stealing banking info

The Android operating system is very popular, which is why it’s a huge target for cybercriminals.

Due to how the OS is coded, it is easy to create apps and malware that impact millions. Couple that with the prevalence of banking apps in the Android ecosystem, and you have a disaster waiting to happen.

Komando • 1st December 2021

Before you upgrade to Windows 11, read this warning to save yourself time

Microsoft’s Windows operating system is the most widely used when it comes to personal computers. That love hasn’t necessarily extended to the recent release of Windows 11, though.

Since its launch, there have been several issues plaguing the OS, and many are understandably frustrated.

Komando • 30th November 2021

9 clever ways cybercriminals will try to steal your hard-earned cash

The holiday season is a time for celebration and spending with family. So, the last thing that you want to do is sit on the phone with your bank, trying to clear up unauthorized transactions.

Scammers plan for the holidays as much as you do, and if you are not vigilant, you could get caught up in a scheme that will cost your dearly.

Komando • 24th November 2021

GoDaddy data breach exposes 1.2 million user details including passwords

At any given point, there are almost 2 billion websites on the internet. Each is hosted on a server. GoDaddy is one of the original web hosting businesses, and it’s also the largest, facilitating around 62 million domains.