People assume that staying safe from cyber hackers requires a lot of money. While spending money in the right area is important, common sense features costing little to no money and are the most effective defenses to thwart a cyber attack. Let’s face it, no one is 100% safe from cyber hackers so each of us… Read More »
Evolution of ATM Theft: Sledgehammers To Skimmers
Over 10 billion transactions are performed every year at ATMs and there are over 425,000 of these cash dispensing machines throughout the US for a total of 3,000,000 used globally. ATMs hold anywhere from $3,000 to upwards of $100,000 per machine so they naturally become a prime target for thieves. Physically breaking open an ATM is… Read More »
Billions of Bluetooth Devices Are Contagious With Malware – Make Sure You Aren’t the Next Victim
More than 8.2 billion devices use Bluetooth. Most of our Internet of Things (IoT) devices employ Bluetooth to connect and communicate with each other. In fact, most computers have Bluetooth capability as well. This includes your laptop, tablet, smartphone, smart TV, home alarm system, garage door, smart car, smart refrigerator, keyboard, mouse, speakers, baby monitor,… Read More »
Keep Robocalls Off the Hook
Over 2 billion robocalls are placed every month. Receiving an occasional robocall call would be no big deal but SPAM wouldn’t be SPAM if it was only occasional. I personally receive 5 to 6 robocalls every day and I am not alone as the number one consumer complaint to the FCC is now telemarketing calls.… Read More »
Paying Twice At The Pumps: Beware of Bluetooth Skimmers
Consumers looking to fill up at the pump often look for the gas station with the best prices. They are too busy to notice the possibility of nearby cybercriminals stealing their credit card information, but that’s exactly what is happening at some gas pumps. Through the magic of wireless technology, thieves can rest in their… Read More »
Segway Hacked With or Without Operator Aboard
For all of Segway’s advanced mechanics and incredible feats of stabilization, this futuristic ride hasn’t had the smoothest ride since it’s introduction. Originally launched at the end of 2001 under a veil of secrecy and hype, Segway slowly became more of a punchline over the ensuing years due to it’s inflated price and association with… Read More »
Conversations With Cybersecurity’s Undervalued Workforce – Part 5
What advice would you provide to a women thinking about a career in cybersecurity & technology? I would encourage them to think very broadly about what roles they may be able to fill. There are so many great opportunities in Cyber Security and Technology . If you are technical, the roles can be anything from… Read More »
Conversations With Cybersecurity’s Undervalued Workforce – Part 4
What advice would you provide to women thinking about a career in cybersecurity & technology? There are unlimited areas of advice which I am confident you are finding through your collection of these stories. The tech industry has gone through many changes since I started as a systems engineer in 1988, but there are… Read More »
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