Imagine your home Wi-Fi as a cozy castle, but instead of drawbridges and moats, you have…a router? Not quite as dramatic, but the principle is the same! And just like any good castle, you need a gatekeeper to control who enters. That’s where MAC address filtering comes in, your digital knight of the network. Here’s […]

Want to level up your home network security? Take inspiration from medieval castles and build virtual walls with network segmentation! It’s like creating separate kingdoms for your smart devices, computers, and even guest Wi-Fi, keeping bad guys locked out from one if they sneak into another. Imagine this: your smart fridge gets hacked (it happens!). […]

Your home Wi-Fi network is a door to your personal devices and their stored information — hence,  securing your home Wi-Fi is a must. To help secure your data, adopt a strong, unique password for your Wi-Fi router and enable WPA3 encryption if possible. Furthermore, consider avoiding using default router login credentials, as these are […]

In today’s online world, we leave a trail of information everywhere we go. This “digital footprint” can be attractive to cybercriminals who gather publicly available details to launch attacks. But you can fight back! By embracing digital minimalism, you can shrink your footprint and make it harder for bad actors to find you. Here’s how: […]

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 […]

Thoroughly assess the cybersecurity practices of third-party vendors that provide software or services to your organization. Specifically, evaluate their security controls, data handling practices and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Furthermore, conduct periodic audits and vendor risk assessments to minimize potential security vulnerabilities introduced through external partnerships. Ensuring the security of third-party relationships is […]