Data is gold. Unfortunately, website operators know that too. There is money to be made with the “gold” that is harvested from a user’s activity. There is so much activity that goes on without the user knowing what data may
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Your IT Consultant, published by Sensei Enterprises, Inc., focuses on topics related to managed information technology, cybersecurity, and digital forensics. The blog covers practical issues such as network security, incident response, cyber insurance, data preservation, and the impact of emerging technologies like artificial intelligence on legal practice and cybersecurity. It also discusses tools and software relevant to IT and cybersecurity professionals, including browser security and document management features. The content is aimed at helping law firms and businesses understand and manage their technology and cybersecurity risks effectively.
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Another Nail for the LastPass Coffin
By John Simek
Our sincere sympathies if you are still using the LastPass password manager. There have been multiple data breaches at LastPass over the past several years. It’s not a good thing if the company you are entrusting your login credentials to…
Available Now – DuckDuckGo Browser for Windows
By John Simek
DuckDuckGo is focused on privacy. I’ve been using its App Tracking Protection on my mobile phone to block hidden trackers from the apps I use. In the past seven days, DuckDuckGo has blocked 10,783 tracking attempts across 13 apps on…
Apple Users – Patch Now!
By John Simek
If you use an Apple product, it’s your turn to patch your devices. As reported by The Hacker News, Apple has released a bunch of updates to fix a problems with iOS, watchOS, iPadOS, macOS and Safari. The updates include…
ASUS Routers: Update Firmware or Block Traffic
By John Simek
If you are using an ASUS router, pay attention. Some models of ASUS routers need some immediate attention. Naked Security has a post explaining the warning ASUS issued to users of its home routers. The advice is to update the…
Windows 11 Users: Calendar and Mail Apps to be Retired
By John Simek
According to a Review Geek post, Microsoft has announced that the Mail and Calendar apps in Windows 11 will be replaced in 2024. The apps will be replaced with the web-based version of Outlook. Windows 11 users will soon…
Windows 11 Testing Handwriting Input in Fields
By John Simek
If you have ever used an iPad or other tablet, you’ve probably used handwriting (instead of a keyboard) to enter data into a field. The Verge reported that Microsoft is testing an upgrade to Windows Ink that will accomplish the…
June 2023 Patch Tuesday Arrives for Windows
By John Simek
In case you’ve been living under a rock these past few years, yesterday was the once a month Patch Tuesday where Microsoft releases updates. As reported by BleepingComputer, the June 2023 release includes fixes for 78 flaws and 38 RCE…
Time to Review Your Windows Security Policy
By John Simek
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the latest technology topic impacting our daily lives. More and more vendors are announcing how AI is being used in their products and services. Your computer operating system is no exception. Does your Windows security policy…
Barracuda Recommends You Forklift Impacted ESG Appliances
By John Simek
Perhaps it’s a good time to move to the cloud and/or check out security products from other manufacturers. The Hacker News reported the severe action Barracuda recommends for Email Security Gateway (ESG) appliances. Even though Barracuda has patched the zero-day…