Category Archives: Security

How To Password Protect a PDF

Whether you’re sharing sensitive information, business documents, or personal files, securing your PDFs with a password is a smart move. Password-protecting a PDF ensures that only authorized individuals can view or modify its contents. In this blog post, we’ll walk through several methods to password-protect your PDF, using popular tools like Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, and free online… Read More »

WordPress Cache Plugin Vulnerability May Allow Site Takeover

A security flaw in the WordPress LiteSpeed Cache plugin (CVE-2024-47374, CVSS 7.2) has been discovered, potentially allowing attackers to take control of websites by injecting malicious JavaScript through a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability. This affects plugin versions up to 6.5.0.2, which powers over six million sites. The vulnerability occurs when the “CSS Combine” and “Generate UCSS” settings… Read More »

Kaspersky Antivirus “Magically” Replaced Without Notice

In response to the U.S. government’s ban on Kaspersky products, the Russian cybersecurity firm has automatically replaced its antivirus software on American computers with UltraAV, without prior warning. The sudden switch occurred through an automatic update on September 19, 2024, following Kaspersky’s inclusion on the U.S. Entity List due to national security concerns.

Please Stop Oversharing. Really.

Over-sharing on social media can seem harmless, but it comes with several potential dangers, especially as more of our lives move online. While it’s fun to share updates, pictures, and thoughts with friends and family, too much personal information can have some serious downsides.

How to Transfer Microsoft Authenticator to a New Phone

So, you just got a shiny new phone, and now you’re wondering how to move all your stuff over — including that all-important Microsoft Authenticator app. If you’re feeling a little unsure about how to transfer it without losing access to your accounts, don’t worry! You’re not alone, and I’m here to walk you through it step by… Read More »

A Beginners Guide to Setting up Passkeys for your Amazon Account

If you’ve been hearing about “passkeys” lately and you’re not sure what they are or how to use them, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re going to talk about setting up passkeys for your Amazon account. Don’t worry if you’re not tech-savvy—I’m here to guide you every step of the way!

A Beginner’s Guide to Choosing the Right Password Manager

In today’s digital age, where we juggle countless online accounts and passwords, the importance of using a reliable password manager cannot be overstated. Password managers are software applications that securely store and manage your login credentials, simplifying the process of accessing your accounts while enhancing your overall online security. If you’re a novice computer user, the prospect of… Read More »