This article is written by Andrew Paulette, Marvin Marin, Mesay Degefu, and Colby Proffitt, with contributions by Donnie Corliss. The original post was published on the NetCentrics Blog. 1.) “Perverse” malware infecting hundreds of Macs remained undetected for years (July 27, 2017) https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2017/07/perverse-malware-infecting-hundreds-of-macs-remained-undetected-for-years/ Summary: A mysterious piece of malware that gives attackers surreptitious control over webcams, keyboards, and other… Read More
Category: Security & Privacy
Online privacy is a growing concern for Americans. Whether it is congress’ decision to revoke FCC Privacy Protections or Facebook’s ever-changing privacy settings, online privacy has forced its way into public discourse. To really get an insight into public sentiment on the state of online privacy we decided to run a survey which asked the… Read More
If you need an extra level of security and stability, then you may be looking for a Virtual Private Servier (VPS). VPS hosting provides you with private (dedicated) resources on a server with multiple users. It’s more secure than the commonly used shared hosting and ideal for those who don’t need an entire server to… Read More
Many people are choosing to use a VPN, or virtual private network, to stream content these days. The reason for this is because many networks only allow their content to be viewable in certain areas. If you’ve ever been disappointed by “This content is not available in your country” you know how frustrating this can… Read More
More and more people are realizing the importance of cybersecurity, but the myth that Macs don’t need protection still persists. These days, you definitely need at least an antivirus program, but it’s also a good idea to have a VPN, or virtual private network. VPN providers allow you to access the internet through their networks… Read More
Although it’s less likely that your iPhone will become infected with malware than a PC would, it still happens, and so installing an antivirus app or software on your iPhone can help to keep your device secure. Whether it’s annoying ads, malicious websites, or web trackers, installing antivirus on your iPhone can give you a… Read More
Although it’s less likely that your Chromebook will become infected with malware than a PC would, it could happen, and so installing an antivirus app, extension, or software on your Chromebook can help to keep your device secure. Whether it’s annoying ads, malicious websites, or web trackers, installing antivirus on your Chromebook can give you… Read More
It seems like new cybersecurity threats are constantly appearing these days. That’s why antivirus software is so important. If your computer came with a program, you may think you’re covered, but desktop antivirus protection may not be enough. You also need browser-specific antivirus software to provide additional protection while browsing the internet. If you’re a… Read More