Scams Created by AI are Fooling Over 50% of Their Targets
Unsurprisingly, AI is being leveraged by cybercriminals to create cunning, convincing, and highly effective scams. They’re so effective that they’re fooling half of their intended victims. Here’s what to watch out for and how you can try to avoid falling for these sophisticated scams.
Staying Ahead of Hackers: New Password Guidelines
Weak or outdated passwords act as open invitations for hackers, while data breaches and the dark web amplify the risks of identity theft and financial fraud. By adopting modern password strategies, like creating unique passphrases, enabling multi-factor authentication, and updating credentials regularly, you can stay one step ahead of cybercriminals.
Your Wireless Carrier Knows a Lot About You! Here’s How to Take Back Control
Your wireless carrier has a digital profile based on all your habits and information you store on your smartphone. From your physical location to your online habits, this treasure trove of personal information is valuable not only to carriers but also to advertisers, data brokers, and, potentially, cybercriminals. So what can you do to stop this information from getting into the hands of cybercriminals?