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03/01/2022

How to help protect yourself from a cyber attack as the Russia-Ukraine crisis escalates.

*Don't click on any links within emails

*Use only trusted wi-fi sources

*Be on high alert for scams

*Use strong passwords and never use the same password for more than 1 account

*Never give out your personal information

09/29/2020

Microsoft / Office 365 is currently down. Your logins / emails may be interrupted temporarily.

07/07/2020

Need a little more speed out of your wi-fi? Here are 19 tips to help you get the most from your wireless network.

Over the past few months, the internet has been a vital lifeline for us all

04/15/2020

Using ZOOM? Change your password everywhere else you use the same or similar password! Also, remember to enable MFA (Multi Factor Authentication) if you are able to! Select Tech MD recommends the Authy app.

Password re-use allowed a hacker to compile a massive list of valid Zoom account credentials. They're now being sold in a hacking forum.

12/17/2019

Android 8, 9 and 10 operating systems, according to Google, could give you permanent denial of service if attacked in a certain manner. A single maliciously crafted message could "cause a permanent denial of service.” You should install the December security update ASAP!

Google has confirmed a critical security threat for millions of Android 8, 9 and 10 users that could permanently kibosh your smartphone with a single malicious message

09/25/2019

If you have an Apple device, stop what you're doing and update Now!!

Apple just dropped iOS 13.1, and while these iterative versions tend not to be as fun as the big numbered ones, you should update your phone right now.

05/25/2019

All gave some, and some gave all.

05/06/2019

Don't fall victim to this latest telephone scam

The aim is to have you call the international number back, resulting in high phone charges. 

04/18/2019

Microsoft botches Windows Updates, again!!

Microsoft has issued a new warning to Windows 10 owners about a serious update problem...

04/09/2019

Be careful with your sensitive data during tax season. Hacks are on the rise!

A powerful data-stealing malware campaign with a tax theme is on the rise to target unsuspecting filers ahead of Tax Day. TrickBot, a financially motivated trojan, infects Windows computers through a malicious Excel document sent by a specially crafted email. Once infected, the malware targets vuln....

03/15/2019

If you are using any of these malware-riddled apps on your phone, delete them immediately!

Digital security researchers have discovered a previously unknown type of ad-serving malware in more than 200 Android apps, some of which have been downloaded by millions of users. The AdWare, which security firm Check Point calls “SimBad,” creates a backdoor and allows its creator to install ad...

02/22/2019

Here are some great ways to keep your money safe online.

It only takes a few clicks to strengthen your security.