Unprompted MFA Codes Are Bad News

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is one of the most powerful tools in your cybersecurity arsenal. When enabled, MFA can prevent bad actors from breaking into your accounts, even when they have your username and password in hand. Because MFA is so powerful against hackers, bad actors are looking to exploit their security whenever possible. As such, if you receive an MFA …

What to Do When Your Wi-Fi Seems Slow

When the internet is working as it should, you think nothing of it. Clicking on a website takes you where you want to go instantly, and sitting down for a video call is seamless. But when your Wi-Fi starts slowing down, these tasks become more difficult, and starts to take its toll on your ability to work online. When taking …

What Happens When Windows Server OS Reaches End of Life?

No matter what type of technology you’re using, it’s important to stay up to date with the latest updates and security patches. That applies to servers, as well: If your business is using an outdated version of Windows Server OS, such as Windows Server 2008 or Windows Server 2012, it puts your network in jeopardy. Microsoft no longer supports Windows …

Watch Out for These Malicious Apps on Android

Malware on the Play Store is back. Google seems to have more issues with malicious software on its app marketplace than Apple, though both companies have struggled with the issue over the years. The latest issue concerns a banking trojan called “Anatsa,” which, according to Bleeping Computer, is currently targeting Android users in Europe, specifically in the UK, Germany, Spain, …

Apple’s Stolen Device Protection Is a Powerful Security Tool

A good password is essential for securing your devices and data. However, it isn’t foolproof. If a thief knows your iPhone passcode, for example, not only could they steal your device and unlock it, they could use that passcode to access and take over your entire Apple account. That’s because of a quirk in Apple’s rules of resetting iCloud account …

Samsung Has Over 70 Bug Fixes for Your Galaxy Phone

The good thing about using a device made by a major company is the updates are usually reliable and effective. So it is with Samsung: The company’s January update comes with more than 70 bug fixes for your Galaxy phone. Whether you use your phone for business or for your personal life, if you haven’t updated yet, do so ASAP. …