Category: Security

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QR Codes – The hidden menace

So QR Codes, those handy little graphics that you scan on your phone. They are wonderful…. but not always. Hackers and Criminals are using QR codes to steal money and other information from you. Often disguised as genuine QR codes, but often placed over the genuine QR Codes. How attackers exploit QR codes What can…
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Getting ready for Windows 11

You may be aware that Windows 10 is being discontinued in 2025.https://www.microsoft.com/en-gb/windows/end-of-support?r=1#:~:text=Support%20for%20Windows%2010%20will,recommend%20moving%20to%20Windows%2011.So what does this mean for your business? With the support ending, it does not mean that you PC/Laptop will not work, it just means that it will no longer receive any updates. This could be a problem if you value your security. You…
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What is: Social Engineering

In the context of information security, social engineering is the psychological manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging confidential information. This differs from social engineering within the social sciences, which does not concern the divulging of confidential information. This, in many ways is similar to phishing. Criminals will use your own social media to…
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Web Security

Ok, so you might be a little paranoid about passing your credit card details over to someone. You are right to be. Although many websites will offer you a secure and reliable service, there are may out there that will simply love to steal your money. So what do you look out for? Well lets…
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