Third-party keyboards offer various customization options, from swipe-based typing to new stickers and emoji, to enhance your mobile typing experience. However, this convenience comes with a potential risk: the keyboard can see everything you type. While some third-party keyboard providers may be trustworthy, there’s always a chance that your personal information could be compromised. If […]

Before downloading an app, take a moment to review its details and understand its purpose. Be mindful of the permissions it requests, such as access to your location, contacts, or personal information. Decide whether you’re comfortable granting such permissions and if the app’s benefits outweigh the potential privacy concerns. Regularly review your installed apps and […]

Zero-day vulnerabilities — undisclosed security flaws — pose significant threats to your organization. Hence, you have to stay vigilant by monitoring security advisories, threat intelligence sources, and vendor updates to promptly identify and address emerging threats. These undetected weaknesses can be exploited by cybercriminals to gain unauthorized access to systems, steal sensitive data, or disrupt operations. […]

Credit card skimmers, once a common nuisance at ATMs and point-of-sale terminals, still pose a risk for those who swipe their cards. To stay ahead of these data thieves, opt for chip-and-pin or contactless payment methods whenever possible. Chip and PIN: enhanced security Chip-and-pin technology offers a more secure way to make payments. Instead of […]

Vigilant user account activity oversight facilitates identifying and mitigating potential security threats. This is particularly important for accounts with elevated privileges with sensitive information access. Consider implementing user and entity behavior analytics (UEBA) tools that continuously monitor and analyze user actions and system behavior more generally. These tools work to detect anomalies indicative of security […]

Prepare your organization for potential security incidents by creating a clear, comprehensive incident response plan. This plan should outline clear roles and responsibilities, escalation procedures, communication strategies and detailed steps to follow in the event of a breach. Consider conducting regular drills and tabletop exercises to ensure that your team is well-prepared to react swiftly […]