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How Secure Is Your Crypto Wallet?
by Nicholas Foisy on July 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM
Over the past decade, cryptocurrency has shifted from a largely disregarded entity to a highly coveted investment class. Its appeal stems from its nature as a form of digital currency, protected by cryptography and complex computer networks, free from the influence of traditional cent …
Temu App Poses Potential Data Risk for Consumers
by Nicholas Foisy on June 30, 2023 at 11:00 AM
The modern world is governed by apps. From communication to e-commerce, every aspect of our lives seems to be tied to digital platforms that promise convenience at the touch of a button. Among these apps, a newcomer has garnered significant attention lately.
Safeguard Your Website From SEO Poisoning
by Nicholas Foisy on June 27, 2023 at 2:15 PM
In today's digital landscape, search engine optimization (SEO) plays a crucial role in enhancing a website's visibility and attracting organic traffic. However, with every advancement in technology, new risks emerge. One such risk is SEO poisoning, a deceptive technique employed by ma …
Cybersecurity Controls – Good, Cheap, Fast: Pick Two
by Mick Fitton on June 22, 2023 at 3:15 PM
Nearly twenty years ago, I was working for the public transportation department in the town where I went to school. It was there that I was introduced to the new Marketing Director, who was among the first MBAs I had met. He laid something on me that was novel to me at the time but I …
MIME Sniffing: What Is It? What Are the Security Implications?
by Geoff Yeagley on May 9, 2023 at 2:45 PM
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Multipurpose Internet Mail Extension (MIME) sniffing has been in use for decades to allow a browser to render content when there is some question about what type of data the content contains. However, MIME sniffing can also open your organization and end users up to serious cybersecur …
Here's Why You Need A Password Manager
by Justin Leach on April 28, 2023 at 10:45 AM
My mother bragged to me once that she is very good with technology. When I (her free tech support) raised an eyebrow at this, she pulled out a notepad that had handwritten notes on how to change the TV input from cable to the DVD player.