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04/18/2025

How to fix computers

10/13/2024

This is why it’s way better to stay on the slow track with updates if you have a little tech ability

10/08/2023

https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/genetics-firm-23andme-says-user-data-stolen-in-credential-stuffing-attack/

Recently I was talking to a physician who suggested I get my genetic profile taken.

I’ve always had data security concerns about the idea. The below article is just one of the reasons

The doctor told me that while I did have the right to have my organic sample destroyed; I did not have the right to have my data completely wiped.

Be aware that if you get your genetic profile taken it may be used, in certain circumstances, by governmental agencies as part of criminal investigations, it may be exposed to hackers, and as the laws change and evolve it may even be subject to more uses, which you’d have no real control over.

Whenever someone assures you that data-security isn’t an issue, and that they’ve taken the very best precautions, that’s your cue to walk away. The best data security involves limiting access, both in terms of length of time its in another’s possession, as well as which parties have contractual access to it.

23andMe has confirmed to BleepingComputer that it is aware of user data from its platform circulating on hacker forums and attributes the leak to a credential-stuffing attack.

09/21/2023

If you use IOT devices like Alexa or HomePod or smart lightbulbs, consider added security to keep your important data safe

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12/07/2022

https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-plans-new-encryption-system-to-ward-off-hackers-and-protect-icloud-data-11670435635

A very good move for apple.

“Advanced Data Protection” would offer end-to-end encryption on iCloud backups, Notes, Photos and other services—a step that may draw ire from law enforcement.

08/25/2022

This is how you do data security!

Returning an SSD can be a delicate process as data security can be of utmost importance -- even more so in Europe where strict data protection laws...

04/08/2021

Proctor & Gamble are not looking out for your interests. Actions that are this CLEARLY malicious and anti-consumer should give one pause when considering the safety of their products and accuracy of their claims

Procter & Gamble tested an advertising technique being developed in China to gather iPhone data for targeted ads, seeking to find a way around Apple’s new privacy tools, according to people familiar with the matter.

03/13/2021

If this sounds like a privacy leak you don’t want, call us at Cytoplasm Consulting 347-209-8495

Email app Hey reveals that two-thirds of the messages it handles contain the hidden trackers.

03/07/2021

Or, better yet, use a better browser.

A new zero-day vulnerability has been discovered in the popular web browser Chrome, with Google noting that the flaw is being exploited by malicious actors. Users should install the updated version of the browser containing the patch as soon as possible. In traditional...

03/03/2021

New devices will also have to come with repair manuals and be made in such a way that they can be dismantled using conventional tools

05/14/2020

This is a significant violation of our privacy and our rights. Call your representatives and protest.

The government just got even more power to spy on your internet habits as millions remain quarantined at home.

04/13/2020

The Proposed Earn IT bill is an Immoral destruction of our constitutional freedoms. Anyone who votes for it should be voted out

The Government wants to take away the right to end-to-end encryption. Their contention is that in order to “keep us safe”. They need the ability to spy on every text, conversation, and document you send. After all...”it’s for the children”.

Signal has threatened to pull out of the US if the Congress decided to pass the latest anti-encryption bill into law. In case you don't know, Signal is a