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Worried about missing jury duty? Two inmates exploited those fears to steal over $450,000 using vishing from behind bars
By Amber Bouman published
Two inmates used vishing tactics from behind bars to steal almost half a million dollars from victims worried they were missing jury duty.

Instagram denies data breach of 17 million users after password reset email wave — here's what to do next
By Kaycee Hill published
Instagram denied a data breach after mass password reset emails were sent by an external party over the weekend, with the company fixing the issue while maintaining accounts remain secure.

Clean up your digital life in 2026 with these 7 easy steps
By Amber Bouman published
Use our seven step checklist to improve your online security this year.

FBI issues urgent warning over 'quishing' scam — don't fall for this
By Scott Younker published
The FBI is warning that a hacking group is sending emails with malicious QR codes meant to infect devices.

Illinois Health Department admits to exposing more than 700,000 residents' data for years: what you need to know
By Scott Younker published
The Illinois Department of Human Services confirms a multiyear security lapse.

D-Link users beware: Hackers are looking for end-of-life models to exploit
By Amber Bouman published
Researchers have discovered a new vulnerability affecting older D-Link routers that don't receive security updates.

These 5 expert-tested antivirus programs are less than $30 right now — don't miss out
By Amber Bouman published
This is the perfect time to get a great deal on antivirus coverage for the rest of the year.

Check your inbox: These companies were the most impersonated in phishing attacks in 2025
By Amber Bouman published
These ten companies were most frequently used in phishing attacks in 2025.
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