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In The News 12/23/2016

Posted on December 22, 2016 by cynmackley

Hackers attack a sheriff's department, Facebook plans original offerings, and virtual reality to replace cadavers.

Posted in In The News, UncategorizedTagged Arizona, facebook, Facebook original content, HoloLens, microsoft, ransomware, VR replaces cadaversLeave a comment

New Ransomware Wants You To Infect Your Friends

Posted on December 20, 2016 by cynmackley

Would you trick your contacts to unlock your files? A nasty new ransomware gives you the chance.

Posted in Computer Terms, Security HelpTagged email scams, hackers, popcorn ransomware, ransomware, security3 Comments

In The News 11-18-16

Posted on November 17, 2016 by cynmackley

A county pays up to hijackers, did Facebook rock the vote, and millions of accounts exposed.

Posted in In The NewsTagged adultfriendfinder hacked, election, facebook, hackers, Mark Zuckerberg, ransomware, social mediaLeave a comment

How Phishers Hook You & Steal Your Data

Posted on October 11, 2016 by cynmackley

Clever crooks are willing to work hard to steal your information. Learn what to watch out for.

Posted in Quick Tips, Security Help, Using The InternetTagged malware, Phishing, quick tips, ransomware, securityLeave a comment

Amazon Email Scam

Posted on September 26, 2016 by cynmackley

Check out the email scam that filled up my inbox over the weekend.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Security HelpTagged Amazon points, Amazon scam, email scam, malware, privacy, ransomware, security3 Comments

Ransomware On Facebook

Posted on September 13, 2016 by cynmackley

How to avoid ransomware on Facebook.

Posted in Security Help, Social Media, Using The InternetTagged facebook, hoax posts, ransomware, safety, security, social mediaLeave a comment

Ransomware Warning: This Is How They Trick You

Posted on September 12, 2016 by cynmackley

We've got a prime example of a ransomware trap. See what to look out for.

Posted in E-Mail Help, Quick Tips, Security HelpTagged email, malware, quick tip, ransomware, scams, security, viruses1 Comment

Will A Reset Beat Ransomware?

Posted on May 11, 2016 by cynmackley

Is a factory reset enough to beat a ransomeware attack?

Posted in Quick Tips, Uncategorized, Windows 10Tagged factory reset, malware, ransomware, ransomware attacks, securityLeave a comment

Beware Of Hard Drive-Locking Ransomware

Posted on April 13, 2016 by cynmackley

A nasty new form of ransomware locks your hard drive instead of your files. What to look out for.

Posted in Computer Terms, File & Disk Management, Security HelpTagged malware, PETYA Crypto Locker, ransomware, security, Trend Micro1 Comment

Watch Out For These Scams!

Posted on March 29, 2016 by cynmackley

From IRS scams to fake tech support, the latest scams to watch out for.

Posted in Security Help, Using The InternetTagged cryptolocker, identity verification scam, IRS scams, Prime Tech scam, Prime Technology scam, ransomware, scammers, scams, security, tax refund scamLeave a comment

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