Checklist 294: The Threat is Coming from Inside the House!
A new PayPal phishing scam, California takes steps to protect kids online, and an iOS update for very old iPhones.
September 2, 2022 • 4 min read
OSINT and personal security with Christina Lekati
Christina Lekati’s specialization is social engineering and open-source intelligence (OSINT) threats. Lekati is a Senior Social Engineering Trainer & Consultant at Cyber Risk GmbH, a cybersecurity and risk management consultancy based in Switzerland.
August 26, 2022 • 9 min read
Checklist 293: Going (Securely) Back to School
We’re sharing back-to-school cybersecurity tips for students of all ages: young children, middle school and high school kids, and college students.
August 25, 2022 • 4 min read
Twitter Whistleblower Warns on Security
Twitter Whistleblower “Mudge” Zatko says the social media giant has big security issues. Here’s what it means for users + how to stay safe.
August 24, 2022 • 5 min read
Checklist 292: This is (Probably) a Test
This week we discuss an alert about the Emergency Alert System, Apple issues small updates with big security fixes, and finally questionable thief leaves the luggage, takes the AirTag.
August 18, 2022 • 4 min read
The Black Hat USA 2022 Keynotes
Black Hat USA is one of the cybersecurity industry’s most important conferences. The Black Hat 2022 keynotes contained important insights about the future of cybersecurity.
August 16, 2022 • 4 min read
Checklist 291: Taking Advantage of Your Good Nature
Malware in the Mac App Store! Plus: a Twitter Support phishing scheme and charity relief scams.
August 12, 2022 • 4 min read
Cryptocurrency investment scams and how to avoid them
Banks are warning their customers about cryptocurrency investment scams. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe.
August 10, 2022 • 3 min read
How to begin a career in Mac security
A career in Mac security is a lifelong adventure. Here’s how to get started.
August 9, 2022 • 7 min read
Checklist 290: When and When Not to Be “That Person”
In today’s workplace, security is a team effort. Here’s how you can be a team player! Plus: The dangers of using AirTag to chase down stolen property.
August 4, 2022 • 3 min read
Apple is updating XProtect and MRT. Is it enough? 
Apple is updating XProtect and MRT. But are these changes enough to keep Mac users safe?
August 1, 2022 • 4 min read
Checklist 289: Breaches, Edits, and Heat
IBM reports on the cost of a data breach — and it impacts you even if you haven’t been involved in one. Plus: The latest iOS 16 beta shows that Apple is listening.
July 28, 2022 • 3 min read