Tag: phishing

Your package isn’t missing: A guide to AI delivery scams from The Current

Scammers are using AI to send perfect-looking package notices timed right before Christmas.

Watch out for these cunning scams

I don’t want you to be a statistic.  Google put out a quiet but urgent warning: Online scams are on the rise, and they’re getting harder to spot. Even savvy folks are getting blindsided.  According to FTC data cited in Google’s November 2025 advisory, 57% of adults were targeted by a scam in the past […]

The new scams that know you by name

Ever get a text that feels … a little too real? You know the ones: “Your account has been locked. Click here to verify.” Most of us roll our eyes and delete them.  But the new generation of scams? They’re scarier and a whole lot smarter. 📱 Smishing goes high-tech In the past month, investigators […]

5 text scams going around right now

It’s not just clingy exes popping into your messages out of the blue. Scammers are ramping up phony texts across the country. You can make the texts stop (more below). Here are the latest ones making the rounds and the red flags to watch for: 🚨 Fake missed toll or parking ticket The FTC just […]

Small-biz tip: Don’t overlook this digital danger

Don’t leave your business vulnerable to cyberattacks. Poor offboarding practices can put your cybersecurity at risk, so follow these steps.

Antivirus comparison: Which option is best for your PC or Mac?

Antivirus software is critical to protect your devices from malware, ransomware and other security threats. Here are the best options for PC and Mac.

3 security steps every small business needs to take right now

Small business security tips to protect you, your employees and your data from cybercriminals.

Using free antivirus? Here’s what it could cost you

Free antivirus software can cause more problems than you’d think. Here’s why you need real AV protection.

3 tricks to see if your passwords are being sold on the Dark Web

Want to find out if hackers are selling your passwords online? Here are three telltale signs your passwords are being sold on the Dark Web.

Firewall vs. antivirus: What’s the difference and do you need both?

Antivirus software works in the background to protect your devices. Firewalls are like guards keeping an eye out for dangerous data coming in.

Giving up Kaspersky? Get a year of Kim’s antivirus pick for only $19

It’s no exaggeration to say the internet is a riskier place than it’s ever been. The truth is we’re all prime targets for cybercriminals.

Free check to see if your router has been hacked by criminals

Scammers can hack your system through your router, and you wouldn’t even know! Use this tool to see if your system is safe.

Watch your phone for 6 phony messages costing people money

Scammers are using six new types of fraudulent text messages to trick victims into sharing personal data and payment information.

Spyware watches everything you do. Is your phone or computer infected?

Spyware is malicious software secretly installed on your device. We’ll tell you exactly how it works, and what you need to do to protect yourself from it.