Is Your “Smart” Home Gadget Actually a Cybersecurity Risk?
We’ve all seen them: the dirt-cheap smart plugs, budget security cameras, and discounted Wi-Fi-enabled gadgets on online marketplaces that seem too good to be true.
June 17, 2026
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Is Your Smart TV Spying on You? The Dark Side of Connected TVs
The rise of connected TVs (CTVs), including smart TVs and streaming devices, has transformed how we consume content. However, this convenience comes with a hidden
October 8, 2024
Terrifying New Sextortion Tactic: Scammers Send Photos of Your House
In the ever-evolving landscape of cybercrime, sextortion scams have emerged as a particularly invasive and manipulative form of fraud. While this type of extortion is
October 2, 2024
Stay Safe While Traveling: Protect Yourself with PC Matic VPN
Travelers have long been warned about the dangers of public Wi-Fi in airports, coffee shops, and hotels. Despite these warnings, the temptation to connect remains
October 1, 2024
FBI Warns Timeshare Owners of Telemarketing Scam Linked to Mexican Drug Cartel
The FBI is alerting timeshare owners to a dangerous telemarketing scam tied to a notorious Mexican drug cartel. The scheme preys on owners, tricking them
September 26, 2024
From Grief to Theft: The Rise of Funeral Streaming Scams on Facebook
In an unsettling trend, scammers are now exploiting Facebook by creating groups that falsely claim to offer live streaming of funeral services for the recently
September 18, 2024
Knoxville Woman Loses $1,000 in Tech Support Scam: What You Can Learn
Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and one Knoxville woman, Sharon Hart, learned this the hard way when she lost $1,000 after being tricked by a
September 17, 2024
Massive Data Breach Exposes Every Social Security Number: What You Need to Know
In a concerning development, a notorious hacking group, USDoD, has allegedly released personal records of nearly every American, potentially exposing millions to identity theft and
August 15, 2024
The Dark Side of Digital Romance: Understanding and Combating Romance Scams
The quest for love and companionship often begins online. Social media platforms, dating apps, and text messaging have revolutionized how people connect. However, these advancements
July 24, 2024
CrowdStrike Outage Fallout: Phishing in the Ruins
In the fast-paced world of technology, even minor glitches can send ripples of disruption across the globe. Such was the case with the recent CrowdStrike
July 23, 2024