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What is shadow IT, and why it matters for security
Shadow IT has become a common feature of modern workplaces as cloud services, Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms, and browser-based tools make it easy for teams to adopt new technology quickly, of...
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Loyalty program fraud: What it is and how to protect yourself
Loyalty programs are easy to overlook as a fraud risk because reward points and miles don’t feel like real money. But scammers do target customer incentive programs: they steal accumulated rewards a...
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PYSA ransomware: What it is and how to protect your organization
Protect Your System Amigo (PYSA) ransomware might not dominate today’s headlines the way it once did, but public and private organizations can still become targets if they lack strong security measu...
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How to request your Amazon data and protect it
When you use Amazon’s apps and services, bits of information build up in your account over time. Requesting your data is a simple way to get clarity: it shows you what Amazon keeps, helps you spot o...
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Local network access on an iPhone: What it is and why it matters
If you’re using an iPhone with iOS 14 or later, you might see a pop-up from an app asking for permission to "find and connect to devices on your local network." Before granting local network access,...
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Does TikTok spy on you? What the app really tracks and why it matters
TikTok always seems to know exactly what videos to recommend to keep you watching and scrolling, and some of the ads it delivers are so personalized that they can be hard to tell apart from regular co...
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IoT device management: Complete guide
Internet of Things (IoT) devices are everywhere today, from smart home gadgets to medical equipment. While a simple mobile app is usually enough to manage a few devices at home, things get far more co...
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IoT cloud security: Threats and best practices
Most Internet of Things (IoT) environments rely on cloud infrastructure to manage device data at scale. However, the size and complexity of these deployments can introduce security gaps that put sensi...
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What is clickjacking and how to prevent it
You click “Continue” on what looks like the next step of a signup form. Nothing seems to happen, at least not until you notice a small charge tied to one of your accounts. That’s clickjacking in...
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What is VPN detection, and how does it work?
Ever wondered how a website or network administrator can tell you're using a virtual private network (VPN)? The answer lies in VPN detection tools. These tools look for VPN traffic patterns that don't...
