Viruses aren’t just bugs that spam your computer or shut down your system anymore. Hackers employ sophisticated attacks that can bring your whole digital life crashing down. Are you making the mistake of thinking cybercriminals won’t possibly come after you?
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A safe, secure, ad-free social media alternative
Kim has been telling her audience for years to ditch Facebook, and for good reason. Since its inception, Facebook has been plagued with privacy problems. The same goes for Twitter, Instagram and all the other major social platforms.
Now, before you say, “Hey, Kim has a Facebook page, what gives?” You’re right. We do have a Facebook page for The Kim Komando Show, but Kim deleted her personal Facebook page long ago. As for Twitter and Instagram? Well, you can’t avoid them all, and they make connecting with you a whole lot easier.
Stop secret spies, remove stalkerware, prevent SIM swaps and more: Tech Q&A
Each week, I receive tons of questions from my listeners about tech concerns, new products and all things digital.
Sometimes, choosing the most interesting questions to highlight is the best part of my job.
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How to freeze your credit for free - and why you should
Good credit equals financial freedom. It allows you to purchase assets like a car or home. What does a poor credit rating get you? A borrowed vehicle and a sleeping area in mom and dad’s basement.
One way to avoid bad credit is to be financially responsible and watch your credit reports. When you review your reports, pay attention to late payments, accounts in collections and defaults on loans that can wreak havoc on your credit score. Other detrimental entries include bankruptcy or a data breach.
Don't buy these creepy tech gifts for kids
You know internet-connected devices put your privacy at risk, but just how much? These smart gifts for kids give hackers an open invitation to chat with children and even track their location. I’ll tell you exactly what to leave off your shopping list this Christmas.
About that TV you bought on Black Friday or Cyber Monday
If you upgraded to a smart TV this Black Friday or Cyber Monday, don’t miss this. The FBI warns your new television with all the bells and whistles also comes equipped with features that could bring hackers right into your home. Here’s what you need to do to stay safe.
Why small businesses are becoming the target of choice for cybercriminals
Think the small business you own or work for isn’t on the radar for hackers? Think again. I’ll tell you the most common attack and exactly how to avoid it.
Stop your smart home from getting hacked
You’ll hardly believe the nightmare a Wisconsin couple endured after a hacker took over their smart thermostat and tormented them for an entire day. There’s one thing you must do to protect yourself from this kind of intrusion.
5 essential steps to protect yourself from hackers and online criminals
Only you can safeguard your own device. You have plenty of tools at your disposal, but unless you use them, you will lose this battle. To help you protect yourself from viruses, phishing, malware, and ransomware, here are five tactics that will bolster your defenses and keep the invaders at bay.
Medical dangers: The threats to connected devices
Medical devices keep your body healthy, but the scary reality is they’re also becoming a security concern. From pacemakers to hospital equipment, hackers can compromise anything that connects wirelessly. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim looks into the myths and realities of medical device hacking and security. Learn about the very real risks and what’s being done to make devices and hospitals safer.
Keeping your data safe in a dangerous digital world
There’s a new data breach around every corner, and hackers are fighting to get their hands on your personal information. The one way to protect yourself is with a VPN, or virtual private network. Kim talks with Harold Li, Vice President at ExpressVPN, about the importance of having a VPN to keep you protected and secure in this dangerous digital world.
The clever way hackers can hijack your phone and steal your info
Think about how much of your private info lives inside your phone. And with a clever trick, hackers can access all of it. In this episode of Komando on Demand, Kim explores the serious threat of hijacking smartphones and how cybercriminals can ruin your life. She talks with an ethical hacker about what you can do to safeguard your device.
Use this one trick to protect yourself as data breaches hit all-time high
Every week seems to bring news of corporate data breaches that are putting millions of Americans’ information in peril. The year isn’t even over, but 2019 is shaping up to be the worst in terms of data breaches. We’ll look at how 2019 is measuring up to 2018 and what have been the most egregious hacks so far.
Travel tips: Don't get hacked, scammed or tracked
Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, you’re a prime target for hackers, scammers and identity theft. Learn crucial safety practices to protect your wallet, privacy, bank account and home. In this episode, you’ll get useful, actionable tips and tricks to stay safe.
Malware is spreading — and your gadgets are at risk
You know your computer, smartphone and tablet are targets for hackers and viruses, but it’s time to add the rest of your smart gadgets to the list. Here’s how to keep everything from your TV to your appliances safe.
Protect yourself from hackers on summer vacation
Summer is here, and while you’re prepping for a relaxing vacation, hackers are getting ready to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers. Here’s how to keep your data and devices safe no matter where you’re headed.
Facebook logs another major security failure
Facebook says it has fixed a major security problem that exposed 1.5 billion users to spying by hackers. What’s worse is that the hack worked with a simple phone call.
Another Facebook privacy eye roll
When many of us signed up for Facebook, we gave them our phone number to prevent hackers from being able to access our account information. It’s called two-factor authentication and Facebook used our phone numbers to allow people to look us up and even sold that info to third parties. Kim looks at how this practice is still in use even thought Facebook said they stopped it quite some time ago.
3 ways to stop hackers during the holidays
It’s the happiest time of the year. It’s also the busiest time, for hackers. In this episode of Consumer Tech Update, Kim gives 3 tips on how to outsmart hackers this holiday season, especially when traveling.