Moving Beyond the ‘S’: HTTPS
We need to move beyond the S. Specifically, the “S” at the end of HTTPS in our browser bar. It’s 2018, and most of us, myself included, still often validate a website’s authenticity based on whether or not a website...
New Year, New Security Strategy
The Christmas stockings are stuffed away, and the tree has been taken down; Christmas is officially behind us. 2018 is going to be great! You WILL keep those resolutions. One resolution I want you to have is to increase your...
Last-Minute Online Shopping Safety
Are you stressed, tired, and busy? You are not alone! Everyone is busy this time of year, and the last thing you need is the added stress of fraud this Christmas season. If you are like the rest of us,...
Online Jobs: Not Always What You Think
Who wants to earn some extra money this holiday season? Your diva daughter wants designer shoes. A shiny new game console for George would pair well with that new ultra large, curved, UHD TV. The electronics store gives package deals,...
Protecting Critical Infrastructure from Cyber Threats
Food, water and shelter often come to mind as the critical elements of survival. They are! Personally, I would like to add coffee to this list. But my love of coffee, cannot surpass my need for water, no matter how...
The Internet Wants You – Consider a Career in Cybersecurity
Ask anyone if they have seen the CBS hit show CSI, and the response is almost always a definite, “YES!” CSI was a game changer for many young people, including myself. It opened the door to DNA evidence, crime scene...
Today’s Predictions for Tomorrow’s Internet
How many connected devices do you have in your home right now? How many connected devices did you have in your home 5 years ago? Ten years ago? I think it is fair to say most of us, 10 years...
Cybersecurity in the Workplace is Everyone’s Business
Did you know? Every October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. As we continue the discussion each week about Cybersecurity, please remember to subscribe to the blog and leave a comment below. I would love to get your feedback! In case...
Digital Robberies – Online Gift Cards Scam
When we turn on the morning news, it is not uncommon to hear about an overnight robbery. Our thoughts may range from “I hope everyone is okay” to “Has the suspect been caught?” Another thought that undoubtedly crosses our mind...
What is IC3 and Why You Should Care
The IC3 is not a secret, covert, government assignment; although some may think it is, because they have not heard about it. It is also not a new medical billing code, destined to chip away at your Health Savings Account....