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Be on the lookout: Tax phishing scams are back

by Missy Kellor on January 25, 2018 0 comments

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) and the IRS are warning consumers about the return of tax scam season. We’ve talked about this before in 2015 and 2016—and that advice is still valid. However, there are two new scams making the rounds this year you need to watch out for.

What you need to know about Meltdown and Spectre

by TDS Security Team on January 12, 2018 0 comments

Meltdown and Spectre are names given to two different security bugs found in June of 2017 by Google. These bugs are far-reaching and impact a wide-range of computers, mobile devices and servers across many operating systems, such as iOS, MacOS, Android, Blackberry, Linux, and Microsoft. We've pulled together what you need to know.

How to outsmart your smart home

by TDS Security Team on January 4, 2018 0 comments

Connected devices can bring a lot of convenience, but they also come with a price: privacy risks. In fact, they pose a variety of unique security challenges you might not know about. Learn what to look for before you buy and steps to take to protect your privacy once they're in your home.

Outsmarting your connected car

by Guest Blogger on December 14, 2017 0 comments

Connected cars have a crazy amount of users’ data, like what’s transferred over Bluetooth from your phone, location, and more, and hackers are taking notice. Take these steps to protect your connected car's data.

Warning! ‘Tis the season for fake delivery notifications

by TDS Security Team on December 2, 2017 0 comments

With holiday shopping season in high gear, shopping and delivery scams are also on the rise. Scammers are sending phishing emails that appear to have tracking information, but are designed to trick you. They want to steal your personal data, take your deliveries, or buy some time to do some shopping of their own.

Sophisticated new Netflix email phishing scam wants to catch you

by Guest Blogger on November 10, 2017 1 comment

There’s a new and clever phishing scam designed to collect your Netflix credentials and credit card information. Not only does the email look like it came from Netflix, the greeting may also include your name. But, stop right there! Just because it looks legitimate, it may not be. Learn what you need to watch for.

It’s National Cyber Security Awareness Month!

by Guest Blogger on October 11, 2017 0 comments

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Its an education and awareness campaign launched by the Department of Homeland Security and the National Cyber Security Alliance. To kick off the month, we've gathered six simple steps to online safety.

Equifax breach reminds us to take control

by Guest Blogger on October 4, 2017 0 comments

The recent hacking of the credit reporting bureau Equifax, reminds all of us that now is the time to take a good look at how we’re protecting our personal information. Learn some tips for protecting your identity every day of the week, regardless of whether you're impacted by this breach.

Billions of Bluetooth devices at risk

by TDS Security Team on September 22, 2017 0 comments

A new attack targeting devices such as phones, laptops, desktops, and IoT (Internet of Things) devices with Bluetooth could allow someone nearby to take control of your device without you noticing. Find out about this Blueborne attack and what you can do to stay clear.

Beware of charity scams

by Guest Blogger on September 20, 2017 0 comments

There are many government funded programs that help disaster zones, yet personal donations are nearly always necessary to meet all the needs. However, before you click that 'Donate Now' button, stop and consider a few things so you can avoid phonies who prey on goodwill.

The surprising way you might connect with scammers

by Missy Kellor on July 19, 2017 0 comments

Even if you’re a guard dog about your online social media privacy, there’s one place you might have overlooked. It’s a site where you tend to accept new connections from people you don’t know, where you share a lot of information about yourself and your personal history, and anyone on the site can see your entire profile. Did you figure it out?

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