January 3, 2024 Beware of new Android malware hiding in popular apps Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson talks about a new Trojan horse virus that has popped on apps in the Google Play Store. Here's how to protect your device from Xamalicious.
January 2, 2024 Chinese exchange student found: Police reveal devious cyberscheme kidnappers used to extort family The scammers tried to convince both Chinese exchange student Kai Zhuang and his family that they were each in danger in order to extort money from the Zhuang family.
January 2, 2024 How hackers can send text messages from your phone without you knowing Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses how hackers can send text messages (spoofing) from your phone without you knowing about it.
December 31, 2023 How to protect your Android from a banking threat that bypasses fingerprint unlock and steals your PIN Hackers have developed Android malware known as the Chameleon Android banking, trojan capable of disabling biometric security to steal PINs and data.
December 30, 2023 The worst malware, security and privacy breaches of 2023 Cybercriminals continue to seek out vulnerable targets. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson takes a look at the worst malware, security and privacy breaches of the past year.
December 28, 2023 5 ways to deal with spam following the holiday season Dealing with spam after the holidays? Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson has prepared five tips to reduce the unwanted messages and help you enjoy a more peaceful holiday season.
December 28, 2023 Crime-fighting AI robocop is keeping an eye on New York’s subway riders Kurt 'CyberGuy" Knutsson introduces us to a robocop called K5, a crime-fighting machine that aims to make the New York City subway safer and more secure.
December 24, 2023 The very worst and weakest passwords of 2023 Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shares his advice for choosing strong passwords to protect against hackers, thieves, catfish creeps and cybercriminals.
December 20, 2023 Elementary students at Minnesota school exposed to porn during school Zoom call A pornographic image was shared in the chat of a Zoom call that students at a Minnesota elementary school were on. Two unknown people also made a "threat of violence."
December 18, 2023 Iran's minister of oil confirms cyberattack responsible for gas station disruptions A hacker group with reported ties to Israel claims to have conducted a cyberattack on Iran's petroleum stations, causing disruptions at the pump across the country.