Tech 9 hours ago 1 click cost a father $4 million in bitcoin to vishing scammers A man invested $4 million in bitcoin and lost it all with a single click when he was targeted by a vishing scam, which uses phone calls to trick people.
Tech 9 hours ago Employee screening data breach exposes 3.3 million records Major employee screening company data breach affects 3.3 million people. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what happened and gives five ways to protect your data.
Tech 9 hours ago New malware exploits fake updates to steal data New malware "FrigidStealer" targets Mac computers. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers four ways to stay safe from infostealer malware.
Tech 9 hours ago Extra cash with no catch? Spotting retiree job scams Reports of task scams have significantly risen in the past four years, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Kurt the CyberGuy offers some red flags.
Tech 9 hours ago Investment research data breach exposes 12 million customers A recent ransomeware attack targeted Zacks, an American investment firm, and a cybercriminal claimed to have stolen records for millions of customers.
Tech 9 hours ago Malware exposes 3.9 billion passwords in huge cybersecurity threat Kurt the CyberGuy offers tips on how you can protect your devices against infostealer malware, which was used to infect 4.3 million machines last year.
Tech 9 hours ago This is what no one planned could happen after taking a DNA test Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says DNA tests pose privacy risks like shared genetic information, inaccuracies and hard data deletion.
Tech 9 hours ago This is what you are doing wrong when scammers call The line between spam and scams is thin. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson details his tips for identifying and avoiding phone scams, robocalls and unwanted solicitations.
Tech 9 hours ago Huge data leak exposes 14 million customer shipping records Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says Hipshipper, which is used by eBay, Shopify and Amazon sellers, exposed millions of shipping labels.
Tech 9 hours ago Don't let AI phantom hackers drain your bank account Attackers use caller ID spoofing and AI voices to steal money. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson provides seven ways to protect yourself.
Tech 9 hours ago How cyberscams are draining Americans wallets by the billions Scams cost Americans an estimated $159 billion every year and average about $3,500 in losses per victim. The CyberGuy has advice to protect yourself.
Tech 9 hours ago How to not fall in love with AI-powered romance scammers Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how to protect yourself against artificial intelligence-fueled romance scams, which have become the most common type of fraud in 2025.
Tech 9 hours ago Huge healthcare data breach exposes over 1 million Americans' sensitive information Community Health Center, a Connecticut-based healthcare provider, has disclosed a recent data breach affecting over 1 million people in the U.S.
Tech 9 hours ago Beware of fake Reddit solutions delivering dangerous malware Bad actors are now mimicking Reddit to spread malware that can steal personal information. CyberGuy shares what you need to know about fake Reddit pages.
Tech 9 hours ago Hacked on social? Here’s what to do next Spambots, data thieves, and other bad actors run rampant online — more so now than ever before. Here's what to do if one gets ahold of you.
Tech 9 hours ago UnitedHealth cyberattack exposes 190 million in largest US healthcare data breach The number of people affected by a UnitedHealth data breach in February 2024 was actually higher than previously reported and was the largest medical data breach in U.S. history.
Tech 9 hours ago Don’t be so quick to click that Google Calendar invite. It could be a hacker’s trap A phishing campaign uses Google Calendar to schedule fake meeting invitations that appear legitimate, redirecting targets to phishing sites.
Tech 9 hours ago Outsmart hackers who are out to steal your identity Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers tips on how to protect your identity: Be vigilant, monitor accounts, use smart security, know theft response.
Tech 9 hours ago Allstate sued for allegedly tracking and selling 45M Americans' location data Many apps unrelated to location still ask users for tracking permission, and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit seeking to end this alleged practice by Allstate.
Tech 9 hours ago Malicious apps posing as VPNs can turn your device into a tool for cyberattacks Not all apps out there offer legit virtual private networks, according to Kurt the CyberGuy. He explains how to keep your information safe.
Tech 9 hours ago Are data brokers endangering your retirement security? Keep your retirement plan safe from data brokers selling your personal information. Kurt the CyberGuy explains how to protect yourself and your retirement.
Tech 9 hours ago Massive data breach at federal credit union exposes 240,000 members A credit union with over 240,000 members recently revealed it was targeted by cybercriminals, resulting in a data breach that was part of a two-month attack by hackers.
Tech 9 hours ago From CAPTCHA to catastrophe: How fake verification pages are spreading malware CAPTCHAs, which are used by websites to confirm whether users are people or bots, are harmless, but hackers are using them to infect PCs with malware.
Tech 9 hours ago Half a million patients' personal info stolen in massive health care data breach Hackers recently leaked personal information of about 500,000 Americans and stole patient medical records that included lab results and insurance details.
Tech 9 hours ago Think you're safe? Identity theft could wipe out your entire life’s savings A former Colgate-Palmolive employee was shocked to discover $750,000 had been drained from her 401(k) account. "CyberGuy" offers tips on how to prevent identity theft.
Tech 9 hours ago Don’t scam yourself with the tricks hackers don’t want me to share Cybercriminals are tricking people into compromising their own technology by mimicking trusted sources; here's how to keep yourself safe from these "scam-yourself" attacks.
Tech 9 hours ago 8 phishing email scams to watch out for this holiday season Be on alert this holiday season for phishing emails. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson shares several examples of fake phishing emails he's received in his inbox.
Tech 9 hours ago 9 ways scammers can use your phone number to try to trick you Scammers can wreak havoc on your life just by having your phone number. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson addresses how to avoid becoming a victim.
Tech 9 hours ago 6 sneaky gift card scams to watch out for this holiday season Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explores six sneaky holiday season gift card tricks, providing tips on how to outsmart scammers trying to rip you off.
Tech 9 hours ago Cheap Black Friday deals cost to your privacy As Black Friday approaches, you should know that retailers often sell consumers' personal information and purchase histories to third parties.
Tech 9 hours ago Data breach exposes over 56 million clothing store customers Breach site confirmed 56,904,909 Hot Topic users' data leaked online. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says the company's silence makes matters even worse.