New Mass Mailing Spamming Internet Trojan for the Windows Platform (26 Jun 2006) MicroWorld has reported the discovery of Troj/Sober-Q, which is a mass mailing spamming internet Trojan for the Windows platform. It affects Windows operating system and is also know by aliases such as Email-Worm.Win32.Sober.q, W32/Sober.q@MM
Online Cell Phone Scams and Spam (26 Jun 2006) This article offers some quick but crucial tips on detecting fradulent spam and scams from emails with special focus on the cellular and wireless industry. Webmasters should protect themselves from the quick gain; constant vigilence is the key.
Online Shoppers, Beware of a New Scam (26 Jun 2006) On April 6 Panda Software warned Internet users of a new brazen scam aimed at stealing private data. Several websites offering cheap airline tickets in fact weren't selling anything; the aim was to cheat users out of credit card details.
Password Security and Safety (26 Jun 2006) There is nothing more important that password security in world of technology. It is the first step to creating a safe and secure environment. If your password becomes compromised, there are limitless consequences to what could happen. There are a few very important factors in keeping your passwords safe and secure that everyone should adhere to.
Passwords or Pass Phrase? Protecting your Intellectual Property (26 Jun 2006) Much has been said on the theory of password protection for files, computer login, and other network access. In the past we used a combination of letters, special characters, and other techniques to try and prevent unwanted or unauthorized access to our computers, resources, and networks. A new theory on passwords is emerging that may help us remember our access codes, be more secure, and generally keep hackers and thieves out of our networks.
Pay to Play: The Truth About Free Online Music Downloads (26 Jun 2006) Recently a client of mine was very excited to try downloading music after getting high-speed internet. After several searches for unlimited music download services, she came across a site that was ranked #1 among several user review sites. For $14.99 a year, she could get unlimited free downloads to songs, movies, and more! Sound to good to be true?
Personal Firewalls - Secure Your Computer (26 Jun 2006) Learn about personal firewalls and how you can use them on your computer to keep out viruses and annoying spyware programs.
Personal Firewalls for Home Users (26 Jun 2006) What is a Firewall? The term "firewall" illustrates a system that protects a network and the machines on them from various types of attack. Firewalls are geared towards keeping the server up all the ...
Pharming - Another New Scam (26 Jun 2006) Learn how to protect yourself from one of the latest online scams that has been popping up lately on the Internet.
Phishing (26 Jun 2006) Spam email now has a new and more frightening variant, it's called phishing and it has been made by criminals and hackers who aim at getting unwitting consumers to reveal account numbers and passwords.
Phishing - A High Tech Identity Theft With A Low Tech Solution (26 Jun 2006) Phishing is a sophisticated way to lure you to phony websites where you voluntarily surrender your passwords and account information to identity thieves without even realizing it. What can you do to avoid such a trap?
Phishing - Identity Theft & Credit Card Fraud (26 Jun 2006) Phishing is a relatively newly coined term for a kind of method for harvesting information for identity theft. Phishing is quite simply providing a person with false information or credentials to trick them in to giving you their personal information. This is done by a form of social engineering, by posing as a different person or organization that you already trust.
Phishing - Learn To Identify It (26 Jun 2006) Phishing is when someone sends you an email falsely claiming to be a legitimate business in an attempt to scam you into giving them your personal information. How can you identify it?
Phishing - What It Is and How to Avoid Identity Theft (26 Jun 2006) Phishing is a term used to describe a type of spam that aims to steal your identity. It can be attempted through email, instant messages, or pop-up windows. Phishers seek to convince their potential victims to provide personal data such as credit card numbers, passwords or account information.
Phishing and Pharming: Dangerous Scams (26 Jun 2006) As soon as almost all computer users already got used to -- or at least heard about -- the word "phishing", another somewhat confusing word appeared. Pharming. Does it differ from phishing -- if yes, how?
Phishing – Its Signs and Your Options (26 Jun 2006) Phishing is the act of some individual sending an email to a user in an attempt to scam the user to release personal information. Is it easy to determine if it's a scam? Sometimes - but not always. I hope to give you enough examples and information to help you to safeguard yourself from these unsavory individuals.
