Think Before You Scan: QR Code Scams in the Wild
The FBI has warned that criminals tamper with QR codes to send people to fake sites. Here are the safe habits it recommends, in plain English.
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ClickFix: The Fake CAPTCHA That Asks You to Hack Yourself
ClickFix pages ask you to press Windows key plus R and paste a command. That is not a CAPTCHA. Here is how the attack works and the one rule that stops it.
Passkeys: The Tip That Kills Password Reset Emails
Passkeys replace your password with your fingerprint, face, or PIN. Here is how they work, where to turn one on today, and what to do if you lose your phone.
Summer Distractions and Cybersecurity: Protect Your Business
Summer breaks your routine, and cybercriminals count on it. How to protect your Kyle, TX business when attention is split and workdays are unpredictable.
What 12,000 Spam Emails in 3 Hours Really Means (And How to Stop the Attack)
A small business owner called in a panic: 12,000 junk emails in a few hours had ground his business to a halt. What email bombing attacks are, why they're dangerous, and 10 things to do about it.