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Say goodbye to vishing and smishing: how to stop spam calls and texts

Say goodbye to vishing and smishing: how to stop spam calls and texts

“We’ve been trying to reach you about your car’s extended warranty!” This robocall opening line is so overused that most of us can recite it in our sleep. It’s one out of countless phone call scams (also known as vishing attempts) that plague Americans on a daily…

How to know if you’ve been hacked

How to know if you’ve been hacked

Everyone–and we mean everyone–is vulnerable to hacking. You’ve probably already seen some of the main hacking tactics we’ve talked about here, like phishing and social engineering. Maybe you’ve even taken steps to beef up your cybersecurity. However,…

Spoofing vs. phishing: How to protect yourself from internet scams

Spoofing vs. phishing: How to protect yourself from internet scams

Cybercriminals are an increasing threat in our digital world. Hackers use ransomware to trick you into sharing your personal information, from telephone scams to identity theft. They even pose as your bank or a loved one to catch you off guard. To learn how to protect…