Cyber Security and More with Bob G

Video - https://youtu.be/uGu5flWKuzo A message from  Avast  about the current Energy price hikes and the associated increase in scams associated with this topic.

Video: https://youtu.be/WQgLaOU5h_g It can feel embarrassing to be the victim of a crime but, remember: You’re not alone.  Nowadays it’s a very common occurrence. My thanks to Emma McGowan for her information on this topic and the inspiration for this video.  Follow the link to read her article. https://bit.ly/3DXaJW7   You can reach the FTC to report a crime at the following link:...

Video - https://youtu.be/CNyR8rSeWlk Whether you’re headed on vacation and want to dial the thermostat back while you’re away, or you’re interested in saving on your energy bill all winter long, here’s what you need to know. My thanks to Jason Fitzpatrick for his article which inspired this video.  You can read it here: https://bit.ly/3fqUyXG

Video - https://youtu.be/Yw9uRa-RxLM It’s always best to address this topic while your loved one is still alive, and we’ll also address that procedure later in this video. To read the full article by Emma McGowan on this topic, just follow the link listed. https://blog.avast.com/access-online-accounts-after-death

Video - https://youtu.be/qB09AreoUJ8 From big companies to individuals, phishing affects everyone in today's digital world. My thanks to Luis Corrons for his article on this topic and the information for this video. https://bit.ly/3Di0aLT

Video - https://youtu.be/bYDoeIYslPw Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/Lzo1OuCqQYs What will happen with all that data when we pass away?  Discussing your digital legacy isn't pleasant, but it’s an important part of our reality. Don't leave it up to your family member, friends, or even worse: Facebook itself.  My thanks to Julia Szymanska for her excellent article on the topic. which was the inspiration for this video. You’ll find h...

Video - https://youtu.be/6oj_PD6nJXo Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/uX194EwKrug Some seeds can be a delicious addition to your diet,  like pomegranate or sunflower seeds.  Have you ever wondered about apple seeds? While some seeds are safe to eat, apple seeds can be dangerous. My thanks to Kelsey Opel for her informative article which inspired this video. https://bit.ly/3sbwieT

Video - https://youtu.be/hzmeYlezFmw These days, car insurance tracking devices are available from most insurance companies, but what are they, and how do they work? Will you be comfortable sharing all the information collected? My thanks to Cory Gunther whose article inspired this video. You’ll find the article at the link listed here: https://bit.ly/3S9vstS

Video - https://youtu.be/2GY7lJtVCBI As the name implies, an infostealer is a type of malware designed to harvest sensitive data from a compromised system.  My thanks to Senan Conrad for his excellent article on this topic which prompted this video.  You’ll find the article at the following link: https://bit.ly/3D6dfcb

Video - https://youtu.be/rk-pCEMM5GM The use of cryptojacking attacks is once again in the news and in favor for online attacks.  This form of attack uses malware to insert specialized and hidden “mining” apps to create new coins for the attackers.  David Strom’s excellent article available here, https://bit.ly/3EIfMdW inspired this video.

Video - https://youtu.be/l39Klvtk2l8 Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research.

Video - https://youtu.be/qCNOvWVAPl4 The IRS said the attacks have increased exponentially, especially texts that appear to be coming from the taxing agency. My thanks go to David Strom for his excellent which inspired this video. To read the article just follow the link: https://blog.avast.com/irs-smishing-attacks

Video - https://youtu.be/LbCLcO-XUmk Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc   I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/vFr3vMahIBM The social network’s aim is to allow people to share unfiltered moments of their lives. The potential danger comes when those unfiltered moments include information they’d rather not share.  My thanks to Emma McGowan for her excellent article on this topic which prompted this video.  Read her article at https://blog.avast.com/bereal-safety

Video - https://youtu.be/vvFWaHHKbmc The Matter 1.0 Standard Is Here to Fix Smart Homes’ Biggest Problems.   My thanks to Andrew Heinzman for his excellent article which inspired this video.   Read the article at https://bit.ly/3SFBeEr

Video - https://youtu.be/Cjuy7fWV-TE SHOW MORE Data of Students and Faculty stolen in a recent data breach has been released to the Dark Web. affected persons can call the hotline set up at 855-926-1129.

Video - https://youtu.be/gbQcbP5aGBY Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes.

Video - https://youtu.be/WgF1Kmfcjz0 On 9-22-2022 Spotify was installed on my Windows 11 system without my knowledge or consent.  According to an article in Windows Latest, I wasn't alone. - https://bit.ly/3y3OeLN   Check your system to make sure this didn't happen to you. Let me know if it did.

Video - https://youtu.be/y95TU8QKtjY Knowing how it works can help prevent you from becoming a victim. My thanks to Emma McGowan for her article on this topic.  https://blog.avast.com/scammers-pose-friend

Video - https://youtu.be/Y_OstT4vunA Here’s a question a concerned parent asked Avast: “Dear Avast, I recently hosted a birthday party for my child.  I want to post the photos on social media, but I'm not sure if it's OK  to post pictures of my kid's friends online. What should I do?” Avast was happy to share the correct Netiquette that should be used  any time you share someone els...

Video - https://youtu.be/aHF-Fxl19MU Security-related news thanks mostly to Avast Software. https://www.avast.com/en-us/index#pc  I'm just a messenger. They do most of the challenging research. Links to the articles referenced in this video are part of the video show notes. If you find my videos helpful, please buy me a cup of coffee - https://ko-fi.com/bob3160

Video - https://youtu.be/nMBoPFLX7E8 The Lapsus$ gang seems to be behind both Uber and Rockstar Games breaches.  Both hacks show that social engineering works, and threat actors don't even go through too much trouble using automated attack tools.  This video was inspired by an article in Cybernews: https://bit.ly/3UtkOR0

Video - https://youtu.be/W8ygs0hDtz8 You need to know this before you hook into that free Wi-Fi  and get more than you bargained for. My thanks to Emma McGowan for her article which inspired this video.  You’ll find her article at the link listed: https://blog.avast.com/is-free-wi-fi-... Avast One - https://www.avast.com/en-us/index-t2#pc