Checklist 406: Less Salt, More Logos
AT&T, Verizon secure networks post-Salt Typhoon hack; FCC debuts Cyber Trust Mark to boost IoT security with voluntary labeling.
January 10, 2025 • 5 min read
North Korean Cyber Campaign Targets Cryptocurrency Firms with Hidden Risk Malware on macOS
North Korean hackers deploy Hidden Risk, a macOS malware disguised as crypto news. Delivered via phishing emails, it bypasses Apple’s defenses, threatening cryptocurrency firms’ data and operations.
January 8, 2025 • 5 min read
Checklist 405: Hacky Holidays Reloaded
Exploring AI in movies like WarGames, Colossus, and The Matrix—tech insights, ethical dilemma., and lessons for cybersecurity today.
December 20, 2024 • 2 min read
Apple’s Latest OS Updates Deliver Vital Security Enhancements: visionOS, tvOS, watchOS
Apple’s updates address critical security flaws, improve performance, and enhance features across macOS, iOS, iPadOS, visionOS, tvOS, and watchOS.
December 20, 2024 • 4 min read
Protecting Your Mac: Dec 2024 Security Updates for macOS Sequoia and Older Versions
Keep your Mac secure with the latest updates. Explore the enhancements in macOS Sequoia to safeguard your data and prevent unauthorized access.
December 19, 2024 • 3 min read
Checklist 404: Safe Digital Travel and OS Updates
Apple updates bring new features like Genmoji, robust security fixes, and tips for holiday travel data safety.
December 13, 2024 • 4 min read
Checklist 403: The FBI, Salt Typhoon, and Encryption
FBI and CISA now urge end-to-end encryption after hacks expose telecom backdoors, highlighting Signal and other secure apps for safe communication.
December 9, 2024 • 4 min read
Checklist 402: Avoiding Shopping Scams 2024
Stay safe this holiday season! Learn how AI is boosting scams like phishing, fake stores, and deepfakes—plus tips to shop securely online.
November 28, 2024 • 4 min read
Checklist 400: Reboots, PDFs, and Passwords
Weak passwords persist as “123456” tops global lists. Mac malware targets crypto users. New iPhone auto-reboot boosts security, challenging law enforcement.
November 15, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 399: Passwords with Allison Sheridan
Apple’s new Passwords app makes password management easy, but lacks advanced security features. Allison Sheridan shares insights on balancing ease and safety.
November 8, 2024 • 2 min read
Checklist 398: The More Things Change…
Change Healthcare’s breach prompts calls for credit freezes and offers 2 years of free monitoring, as experts urge stronger steps to prevent identity theft.
October 31, 2024 • 5 min read
Checklist 397: Stormy Forecast and Security Updates
Apple’s October 28 OS updates bring hearing health tools, AI features, and key security fixes across devices.
October 25, 2024 • 4 min read