cybercrime

  • Beware of These Personalised ChatGPT Email Scams

    Beware of These Personalised ChatGPT Email Scams

    ChatGPT is not unlike a smart child — intelligent, yes, but also easily manipulated. A kid might understand the difference between “good” and “bad,” but an ill-intended adult can often convince a child to do something “bad” if they choose the right words and use the right approach. And this was the case with ChatGPT…


  • Don’t Mistake This Microsoft Security Alert for Spam

    Don’t Mistake This Microsoft Security Alert for Spam

    Recently I received two security alerts from Microsoft warning me someone had attempted to log into my account. The emails offered me links to review the activity and reset my password, as well as a link to learn about ways to make my account more secure. I’ll be honest, the emails seemed…off to me, and…


  • How to Stop Octo Malware From Remotely Accessing Your Android

    How to Stop Octo Malware From Remotely Accessing Your Android

    There’s a new strain of malware floating around the internet, and it’s looking to control your Android device. Once installed, “Octo,” as it’s colloquially called, can both remotely see your screen and control your device, all without you knowing. Let’s examine where Octo came from, how it works, and how you can avoid it.


  • How to Protect Your Student Laptop and Accounts From Hackers

    How to Protect Your Student Laptop and Accounts From Hackers

    Cyberattacks are a huge risk, and they’re on the rise. Uni students — especially those who are away from home, bringing their devices to class, or frequently connecting to public wifi — may be particularly vulnerable to hacks and cybercrime. Here’s how they can avoid becoming a victim of a cyberattack.