PIIHow to work safely with personal data
How to store and process personally identifiable information in a company with minimum risks.
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privacyThe secret’s out: cropped and edited pictures can be restored
Do you edit images in Windows 11 or on Google Pixel? Due to a developer error, hidden information in cropped or edited pictures can be recovered.
Food delivery-service data-leaks
Food delivery services’ databases may not contain payment information, but leaks can still cause major problems.
Doxing — another online danger for women
Why it’s important to think about what data you share online, how to prevent being doxed, and what to do if you fail.
IP camera security: the bad, the ugly, and the evil
Home video surveillance systems are said to be safe. But are you ready to become a reality TV star without realizing it?
strategyWhat are cybercrooks looking for?
Which corporate assets should be first in line for protection against cyberattacks?
Information security guide for new employees
To minimize cyberincidents, issue a basic information security guide and make it compulsory reading for onboarding employees.
social engineeringHow to dispose of corporate trash properly
Many companies throw out information that can pose a security or reputational risk.
e-mailTargeting HR with cyberthreats
Why the computers in human resources are especially vulnerable, and how to protect them.
gamersSwindle royale: Fortnite scammers get busy
The online battle royale shooter attracts not only virtuoso gamers, but also crooks of every stripe. How can you avoid becoming a victim?
Leaky images and other foibles of office documents
If you work with sensitive data, these obscure features of PDF, MS Office, and cloud documents are worth knowing.
How to save on video games safely
The dangers of pirated games, activation codes on gray-market sites, and ready-made accounts in official stores.
Think you know how to hide info in images?
We explain how to hide private data in images properly, without making rookie mistakes.
Selfie hunting: Think twice before confirming your identity
Scammers are interested in your photos with ID cards. We explain why and how to stay protected.
Remote access — for a scammer
Using persuasion instead of viruses: How scammers talk people into granting remote access to their computers.
New leakage of Facebook user data, including private messages
The personal data of 257,000 Facebook users, including private messages belonging to 81,000 of them, has leaked online. Hackers claim to have access to 120 million accounts.
Don’t help pickpockets — set up a PIN to unlock your phone
No PIN on your phone? Pickpockets will thank you for that.
GDPR bustle: Even scammers have new privacy policy
How scammers are exploiting the GDPR fuss to extract personal data.
GetContact: Find a contact or give your contacts away?
Harmless toy or a way to phish for personal data?
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