Category: Security

Jan 22, 2020

Shocker: Apple Mum About iCloud Encryption

The FBI and Apple have had several bouts of arguing about encryption. Things really got heated in 2016 when the

Jan 21, 2020

Recent LastPass Problems Lock Users from Their Own Passwords

It was not a good weekend for some LastPass users. The Register reported that LastPass suffered a system outage last

Jan 20, 2020

Better Choices than Google Authenticator for 2FA

If you haven't done it yet, turn on two factor authentication (2FA – some call it MFA) for every service

Jan 06, 2020

End of Life in 2020 for Microsoft Products

The big news is the end of life for Windows 7 this month. That means no more support unless you

Dec 19, 2019

Crappy Passwords Are Here to Stay

Every year someone comes out with a listing of the worst passwords of the year. Sharon and I are thankful

Dec 18, 2019

SMBs Out of Luck with Windows 7

The office end of support for Windows 7 is right around the corner. That date is January 14, 2020. However,

Dec 17, 2019

Forget the VPN – Long Live Zero Trust

Secure remote access using a VPN has long been the recommendation of security professionals. Users mistakenly believe that using a

Dec 12, 2019

How to Improve Security of Ring Cameras

Ring (owned by Amazon) originally hit the market with video doorbells and now has a large choice of security devices.

Dec 11, 2019

Chrome Warns if Your Password is Part of a Data Breach

Sorry to say that it appears data breaches are now a way of life. It seems like we hear about

Dec 10, 2019

Security Gifts for the Super Paranoid

It's that time of year when we all try to think of an appropriate gift for someone that has everything.

Dec 09, 2019

Expose Hidden Passwords in Your Browser

First, please don't instruct your browser to save your logon credentials. It's easy and convenient, but you probably don't remember

Dec 05, 2019

VPNs Can’t Protect Against All Threats

Virtual private networks (VPN) are a great thing to protect your data transmissions and even shield your identity and location.