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How Healthcare Data Breaches Fuel Identity Theft and Insurance Fraud
Did you know? Healthcare data is among the most sensitive and valuable information out there. Unfortunately, it’s also a prime target for cybercriminals. When healthcare organizations experience data breaches, the consequences can be far-reaching, not just for the institutions but for the individuals whose data is compromised
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Jul 18, 20253 min read


Inside the PHI Breach at Blue Shield
Blue Shield of California disclosed a data breach resulting from a misconfiguration in Google Analytics, which it uses to track website usage statistics. Unfortunately, that third-party connection unwittingly shared PHI with Google Ads from April 2021 to January 2024.
This massive data exposure, spanning nearly three years, affected 4.7 million Blue Shield members. Are you a member? Here’s what any healthcare patient needs to know about this
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Jul 18, 20252 min read


Better Breach Protection for Businesses
It’s one of your worst fears as a business owner: The idea that a hacker will target your company and breach its network to access or steal confidential files and information. Technological advancements have made breach protection capabilities more cutting-edge than ever before; however, this also makes cybercriminals more savvy when it comes to breaking into corporate networks.
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Jul 18, 20253 min read


16 Billion Passwords Leaked: What Really Happened and What You Need to Do Now
How Did Hackers Breach 16 Billion Credentials?
The leak did not extend from one single, catastrophic breach. Instead, infostealer malware harvested a collection of data over several years. These malicious programs infect devices and quietly siphon off login credentials, which the hacker then sells or leaks online.
The massive aggregation of stolen information included:
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Jul 18, 20253 min read


Why Are There Blocked Websites on Work WiFi?
Introduction You’ve probably tried to check your favorite social media site or stream a quick video during a break, only to be met with a...
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Jul 2, 20252 min read


Are Fake Websites Faking You Out?
Introduction We often think of phishing scammers as reaching out to us first, but what happens when we fall into a trap they’ve set for...
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Jul 1, 20253 min read


When Botnets Take Over Your Phone
Introduction What happens once your devices are taken over by cybercriminals? Whether they initially break in via malware, phishing, or...
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Jun 25, 20253 min read


Doxxing: What You Need to Know About This Cyber-Threat
Introduction A massive part of maintaining online data privacy is keeping your personal information, like your home address and SSN, off...
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Jun 20, 20253 min read


Are You Posting Too Much Information to Social Media?
Introduction How many social media profiles do you have right now? How often do you post on each of these pages? With phones always in...
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Jun 20, 20252 min read


When the Dark Web Has Your PII
Introduction What happens when your data is found on the Dark Web? First, what is the Dark Web? It’s essentially an illegal online...
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Jun 13, 20253 min read


How a Supply Chain Attack Triggered a Lawsuit
Introduction A lawsuit is arising against a software provider for a data breach that impacted 500K people last year. The Memphis-Shelby...
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Jun 9, 20253 min read


How to Use AI Safely and Effectively in the Workplace
Introduction Do you use artificial intelligence at work? Maybe you rely on chatbots to rewrite or refine emails. Maybe you operate...
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Jun 6, 20253 min read


Remote Work Security Revisited: Advanced Strategies for Protecting Your Business in 2025
The landscape of remote work has transformed dramatically over the past several years. What began as a reactive shift to keep operations...
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Jun 3, 20257 min read


RFID: Inside the Invisible Technology
Introduction Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is so woven into our daily lives that we barely notice it anymore. Although it sounds...
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May 30, 20253 min read


Headhunter Phishing: Navigating Unsafe Job Recruiters
Introduction Imagine getting an email from a recruiter offering you a dream job, with better pay, flexible hours, and even a corner...
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May 29, 20253 min read


Lock It Down: Email Security and Effective Communication
Introduction Although we have so many ways to talk to each other from all around the world, email still remains a cornerstone of our...
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May 29, 20252 min read


How Do Hardware Keys Secure Your Data?
Introduction With threat actors going after organizations of all different sizes, each and every one of us must beware cyberattacks aimed...
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May 29, 20252 min read


What Happens in the Downtime During a Data Breach?
Introduction Data breaches are a big enough worry. From leaked data on the Dark Web to stolen financial information, the consequences of...
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May 16, 20252 min read


Data Breach Damage Control: Avoid These Pitfalls
Data breaches are an unfortunate reality for businesses of all sizes. When a breach occurs, the immediate response is critical. How a...
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May 15, 20254 min read


5 Common Cyber Threats in 2025 (and How To Avoid Them)
In 2025, cyber threats are in almost every nook and corner. They might be with the intent to destroy computers, steal data, or take...
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May 15, 20253 min read

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