There are a number of reasons you might want to install a VPN on your Smart TV, one of which is to access streaming services from a different country. The Slash Gear guys explain why you might want to do this and tell you how. Read more here and then checkout the following Youtube video.
Is your PC hacked?
Discovered this somewhat technical Youtube video that explains how you can dig into the internals of your Windows based computer to determine if it has been hacked and loaded up with malware. Watch the video from The PC Security Channel below, and if you then determine that you have malware on your computer, you can go to another video from the same channel here to find out how to remove that malware.
How to password protect your USB drive
Only today I read about a USB memory stick that was discovered in a local car park, demonstrating precisely how easy it is for your personal data and photographs to be potentially exposed to just about anybody. Then later in the day I read a very timely article from the MakeUseOf guys that discussed how to password protect USB drives. Read about that here, before it is too late.
Update your Android devices now
Google has recently patched 43 vulnerabilities; of which 3 are currently exploited zero-day vulnerabilities. Malwarebytes Labs have published an article highlighting this and explains how to ensure your devices are updated. Read it here.
Google to scrape your online posts
Malwarebytes Labs have just alerted us to Google’s Privacy Policy that now indicates it intends to scrape the content you post, to train it’s AI models. Read more here.
Pitfalls of using social media
Those of you who follow my blog will discover I am not a fan of social media. The MakeUseOf guys have published an article highlighting why you should not disclose any personal information on any of the social media platforms. Read why here.
Best VPNs for 2023
Australian PC Mag have recently published a review of their top VPN picks for this year. I personally use Nord for both my VPN and Password Manager services, but I encourage others to do their own research before deciding on or changing to another service. You can read their reviews here.
KeePass could expose your master password
Users of KeePass password manager software need to be aware of a flaw that could potentially expose their primary password. Read LapTopMag‘s article to discover more about the flaw and some strategies to protect yourself here.
What is Malvertising?
Searching for items online can now expose you to malicious ads via malvertising. What is it, and how can it create a whole world of pain for you? Read Malwarebytes article here to discover more.
Want some help configuring Windows firewall?
Sportskeeda have just published a useful article about Windows firewall. Find out how to configure it for better security here.
Why you should delete TikTok
Having worked in the IT industry for over 40 years, I’ve always thought that technology was for good and made everyone’s lives better. However, when social media became fashionable, I was highly skeptical. I have since seen just how destructive to society it has become and am glad I never got tempted to join the band wagon. The MakeUseOf guys have published an article about TikTok recommending we should all delete our accounts today. Find out why here.
What’s a USB Condom?
If you ever find the need to plug your mobile device into a public USB port to recharge it, be aware of the possibility of your device becoming infected with malware. Read this article by Lifehacker.com about how you can protect yourself from nefarious actors by using USB data blockers.
Install new critical update for your Apple devices now!!
DigitalTrends have just published an article about the recent critical update from Apple that patches two security flaws. If you have an iPhone, iPad, and/or MacBook, please read their article here and update your device ASAP.
Seeing a “This Setting is Managed by Your Administrator” in Windows?
Sometimes when using Windows Security you might get a “This Setting is Managed by Your Administrator” message. The MakeUseOf.com guys have just published an article that may help you. Read it here.
Millions of Windows 11 devices at risk
The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 chips which are designed to improve the security in newer PCs have been found to contain two vulnerabilities. Read this Tom’s Hardware article to discover more.