Checklist 263: Avoiding QR Code Phishing Scams
QR code phishing scams are on the rise. We talk about QR code phishing, some common QR code scams, and how to avoid them!
January 20, 2022 • 5 min readSearch
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5 Apple Watch Security and Privacy Tips
Apple Watch Security and Privacy tips. Includes location privacy on Apple Watch, passcode and auto-erase information, and more.
January 14, 2022 • 4 min read
Checklist 262: General Mayhem and Private Relay
Did T-mobile block Private Relay? EU cell carriers ask to block Private Relay. And an Apple update for car and home.
January 13, 2022 • 5 min read
A brief introduction to NFTs and security
What are NFTs? What about NFTs and security? This article explains what NFTs are and how to keep your NFTs safe.
January 12, 2022 • 7 min read
Checklist 261: Apple and Legacy Contacts
Apple’s Legacy Contact program: What is a digital legacy? How do you designate a Legacy Contact in iOS or macOS? What will your contact need?
January 6, 2022 • 7 min read
Checklist 260: The Hacky Holidays Special
The Hacky Holidays Special: The Checklist crew gets together to discuss our favorite Hollywood films about computers and hacking!
December 23, 2021 • 1 min read
4 new iCloud Keychain features for 2022
New iCloud keychain features for 2022: built-in 2FA code generator, Passwords in System Preferences, and more.
December 20, 2021 • 2 min read
Apple 2021 year-in-review
SecureMac’s Apple 2021 year-in-review, with a security and privacy focus of course! Plus, our Apple 2022 outlook and predictions.
December 17, 2021 • 8 min read
Checklist 259: Log4j and the Biggest Bug in the World
Log4j is an Internet-breaking vulnerability that could affect users for years to come. Apple AirTag stalking help for Android users.
December 16, 2021 • 6 min read
7 days to a safer 2022
We all want a safer 2022 in terms of cybersecurity. These 7 steps will help make it happen! Password managers, identity theft, and more!
December 15, 2021 • 8 min read
7 steps to set up IoT toys for security
Internet of Things (IoT) toys are popular gifts for kids, but so-called “smart” toys are also notorious for their poor security. Here are 7 steps to set up IoT toys for better security and privacy.
December 13, 2021 • 7 min read
Checklist 258: Trackers, Thieves, and Spyware Warnings
Verizon iPhone tracking, AirTag used to steal cars, and what Apple is doing to help Pegasus spyware victims.
December 10, 2021 • 6 min read
Checklist 257: Suing to Stop Pegasus
Apple sues NSO Group over Pegasus spyware, avoiding cryptocurrency scams, and what chat apps can the government access?
December 3, 2021 • 8 min read
A Checklist of Checklists for Thanksgiving
We’re spending time with our families this week, so no full show today. But we wanted to offer you a few resources that may help you as we enter the holiday season in earnest.
November 25, 2021 • 3 min read
Checklist 256: A Lack of Mail Privacy Protection
Mail Privacy Protection on Apple Watch, Apple rolls out PCM for advertisers, and a super-sneaky stolen iPhone scam
November 19, 2021 • 6 min read
Top 4 Black Friday scams in 2021
Black Friday is just around the corner, and the bad guys are ready with their scams.
November 17, 2021 • 4 min read
Checklist 255: Help Wanted: Data Guardian
LinkedIn scam job ads and how to avoid them. Plus: Are those social media quizzes really safe to answer?
November 11, 2021 • 6 min read
Digital privacy in the metaverse
Zuckerberg and other tech leaders see the metaverse as the logical next step in the evolution of the Internet. But many observers are wary of the privacy issues that it may bring.
November 6, 2021 • 8 min read
macOS Monterey security and privacy guide
Guide to new macOS Monterey security and privacy with how-tos. Includes Mail Privacy Protection, Private Relay, HTTPS upgrade, and more!
November 5, 2021 • 6 min read
Checklist 254: Every Day is Black Friday
On this week’s Checklist, safe online holiday shopping tips for 2021. Plus: How to avoid delivery scams, package theft, and identity theft.
November 5, 2021 • 7 min read