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Everyone knows your password

by TDS Security Team on November 15, 2018 0 comments

Especially when you’re busy and doing a lot online (holiday shopping, for example), the temptation is strong to take a shortcut and use the same password twice…or three times…or more. But don’t do it. A few seconds of time savings in the moment could ultimately cost you a lot more.

Watch out for online shopping scams this holiday season

by Guest Blogger on November 5, 2018 0 comments

If you’re someone who prefers to avoid the crowds by purchasing your holiday gifts online, be sure to keep an eye out for potential scams. According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), scammers are now using advertisements on social media sites, like Facebook and Instagram, to fool shoppers.

National Cyber Security Awareness Month: tips for staying safe online

by Guest Blogger on October 15, 2018 0 comments

This month marks the 15th year of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM)—an annual initiative designed to raise awareness about the… more...

Clone Facebook account warning a hoax…this time

by Missy Kellor on October 10, 2018 0 comments

The flurry of recent activity about friend requests is due to a hoax, but that doesn’t mean your account can’t get hacked. Find out what fake information has been circulating and what to do if your account actually has been compromised.

Puppies now used in the relentless world of scams

by Guest Blogger on September 14, 2018 2 comments

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) reminds us that it can be a dog-eat-dog world in cyber space. The BBB reports that 80 percent of pet advertisements have the potential of being fraud—which means you’re more likely to be scammed than successful in your dog search! Find out what to look for and how to protect yourself.

Scams: now, it’s the “government”

by Guest Blogger on August 23, 2018 0 comments

Recently, the Federal Trade Commission warned consumers about scammers disguised as government officials to obtain money. They will text, call, email, or even send you mail stating that you have won the lottery or have debt that needs to be paid immediately.

How to recover from a successful scam

by Guest Blogger on August 17, 2018 1 comment

With the amount of scam scares in the world today, you’ve figured out what to look out for online. But what if your senses fail you and you fall for a scam?

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Security awareness: increase in malicious emails and attacks

by TDS Security Team on August 6, 2018 0 comments

Keep a watchful eye on your email inbox. Our internal security team has been noticing an uptick in malicious email campaigns sent to TDS employee inboxes—and a similar increase in their personal accounts as well. Get the scoop on the two scams popping up recently.

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Data breach danger: credential stuffing

by Missy Kellor on August 3, 2018 0 comments

Data breaches aren’t going away—in fact, data indicates that they’re happening more often than ever before. Once your data is out there, then what happens? Your email or other accounts can get hacked using a technique called “credential stuffing.”

Scam Alert: Need Help? Be Careful Which Number You Call

by Guest Blogger on July 25, 2018 0 comments

If you’re trying to reach Amazon, Hulu, or another large company for help with your account, exercise caution. Scammers are using fake customer support numbers to hack into people’s computers and steal personal information.

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How to be online and also be safe

by TDS Security Team on July 20, 2018 0 comments

Your computer could become infected with malware while you visit a completely legitimate and trusted website. These Drive-by Downloads" are on the rise. Learn what you can do to stay safe.

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