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Why banning TikTok will not solve data security challenges

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Why banning TikTok will not solve data security challenges

TikTok, the social media platform owned by the Beijing-based company ByteDance, has come under fire from Washington, D.C. lawmakers. Legislation signed into effect on April 24 includes a provision that requires ByteDance to sell the social media app in the next nine to twelve months or be banned in the United States. According to the Associated Press, the ban would not go into effect for at least a year and will likely take longer due…

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Security leadership philosophy and LinkedIn communication style

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Security leadership philosophy and LinkedIn communication style

Reading a LinkedIn post by security professional Tyler Schmoker is like reading an e.e. cummings poem. The Poetry Foundation describes cummings’ work as “spare and precise, employing a few key words eccentrically placed on the page,” grammar and punctuation sprinkled idiosyncratically. Now take that, add some emojis, generous use of the “return” key, lots of ellipses and a breadcrumb-like progression down the page, and you approximate a Schmoker original. Then there’s the subject matter, which…

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Valentine's Alert: Don't Let Scammers Break Your Heart or Your Bank Account | McAfee Blog

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Valentine's Alert: Don't Let Scammers Break Your Heart or Your Bank Account | McAfee Blog

As with any major holiday or special occasion, Valentine’s Day is unfortunately not immune to scammers looking for an opportunity to exploit unsuspecting individuals. Their deceitful acts can break hearts and bank accounts. In this article, we spotlight some common Valentine’s Day scams, offer tips on how to protect yourself and navigate this romantic day with confidence and caution. The Unromantic Side of Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is a time when love is in the…

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The Top Facebook Marketplace Scams to Look Out For | McAfee Blog

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The Top Facebook Marketplace Scams to Look Out For | McAfee Blog

Reels of another kind rack up the views online. Stories about Facebook Marketplace scams.  Recently, TikTok’er Michel Janse (@michel.c.janse) got well over a million views with a most unusual story about selling furniture on Facebook Marketplace—and how it led to identity theft.  @michel.c.janse oops dont fall for this scam like me ♬ original sound – Michel Janse The story goes like this:  A buyer reached out about the furniture Michel was selling, expressed interest, and…

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How To Look Out For Scams on Facebook Marketplace | McAfee Blog

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How To Look Out For Scams on Facebook Marketplace | McAfee Blog

Reels of another kind rack up the views online. Stories about Facebook Marketplace scams.  Recently, TikTok’er Michel Janse (@michel.c.janse) got well over a million views with a most unusual story about selling furniture on Facebook Marketplace—and how it led to identity theft.  @michel.c.janse oops dont fall for this scam like me ♬ original sound – Michel Janse The story goes like this:  A buyer reached out about the furniture Michel was selling, expressed interest, and…

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Digital Strategies to Safeguard Your Child from Upsetting and Violent Content Online | McAfee Blog

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Digital Strategies to Safeguard Your Child from Upsetting and Violent Content Online | McAfee Blog

Amidst the recent heartbreaking events in the Middle East, parents now face the challenge of protecting children from the overwhelming amount of violent and disturbing content so easily accessible to children online.   Reports of unimaginable acts, including graphic photos and videos, have emerged on popular social networks, leading child advocates to call for heightened monitoring and, in some cases, the removal of these apps from children’s devices. According to a recent investigation by The Institute…

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100 top e-commerce sites create data privacy risks for consumers

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100 top e-commerce sites create data privacy risks for consumers

100 top e-commerce sites create data privacy risks for consumers | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. …

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Earth Bogle: Campaigns Target the Middle East with Geopolitical Lures

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Earth Bogle: Campaigns Target the Middle East with Geopolitical Lures

Earth Bogle: Campaigns Target the Middle East with Geopolitical Lures Malware We discovered an active campaign ongoing since at least mid-2022 which uses Middle Eastern geopolitical-themed lures to distribute NjRAT (also known as Bladabindi) to infect victims across the Middle East and North Africa. By: Peter Girnus, Aliakbar Zahravi January 17, 2023 Read time:  ( words) While threat hunting, we found an active campaign using Middle Eastern geopolitical themes as a lure to target potential…

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Top 12 physical security, cybersecurity & risk management stories of 2022

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Top 12 physical security, cybersecurity & risk management stories of 2022

Top 12 physical security, cybersecurity & risk management stories of 2022 | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more….

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The weaponization of social media

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The weaponization of social media

The weaponization of social media | Security Magazine This website requires certain cookies to work and uses other cookies to help you have the best experience. By visiting this website, certain cookies have already been set, which you may delete and block. By closing this message or continuing to use our site, you agree to the use of cookies. Visit our updated privacy and cookie policy to learn more. This Website Uses CookiesBy closing…

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