Hackers

Tech 2 days ago

Hackers steal 1.6 million patient records in major healthcare breach

The CyberGuy explains why healthcare organizations are vulnerable to hackers after there have been a half dozen data breaches this year.

Tech 6 days ago

Hackers find a way around built-in Windows protections

If not properly managed, Windows Defender Application Control, a security feature with Windows, could be a potential security vulnerability.

VIDEO April 11

China linked to major US cyberattack during Biden’s term

Palantir’s head of defense, Mike Gallagher, joins ‘America’s Newsroom’ to react to a Wall Street Journal report alleging China was behind a major U.S. cyberattack during President Biden’s time in office.

Tech April 11

Can't find your Android phone? Here's what to do to track it down

There are multiple ways to find your missing Android phone after it goes missing. One method involves using a smartwatch to ping your phone.

Tech April 10

How thieves use new credit card numbers before you receive them

The CyberGuy provides tips to protect yourself from criminals who use various methods to make unauthorized transactions using your account information.

Tech April 9

200 million social media records leaked in major X data breach

X hit with massive data breach with 200 million records leaked, including emails. Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers seven tips to help protect yourself.

Tech April 5

DoubleClickjacking hack turns double-clicks into account takeovers

Double-clicking is something we all do, often without giving it a second thought. But it could be giving hackers permission to do something dangerous.

Tech April 2

FBI warns about new extortion scam targeting sensitive data

According to the FBI, cybercriminals are sending extortion letters, threatening to release victims' sensitive information unless a ransom is paid.

Tech March 31

New phishing attack uses real-time interception to bypass 2FA

This phishing kit bypasses 2FA via session hijacking and real-time credential theft. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson offers four ways to stay safe from Astaroth phishing attacks.

Canada March 29

Alleged Canadian hacker behind 2021 theft of Texas GOP and GiveSendGo user data in custody: DOJ

A Canadian national, "Kirtaner," was in custody after being linked to a 2021 breach of the Texas GOP website, allowing stolen data to be posted online for download.

Tech March 29

GenAI, the future of fraud and why you may be an easy target

With the help of artificial intelligence, sophisticated fraud techniques emerging today are virtually undetectable to the untrained eye.

Tech March 27

ClickFix malware tricks you into infecting your own Windows PC

Hackers are tricking people into installing password-stealing malware by making them press keyboard shortcuts under the pretense of proving they're not bots.

Tech March 26

FBI warns about document conversion sites spreading malware

The FBI warns that some free online document converters load malware onto people's computers, making their private information vulnerable to attack.

Tech March 24

Apple fixes Passwords app vulnerability enabling Wi-Fi attacks

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says Apple's Passwords app had a three-month phishing flaw from iOS 18 to 18.2 patch.

Tech March 23

Protecting your daughter from deepfakes and online abuse

Artificial intelligence-generated images and videos that use someone’s likeness typically target women without their consent. The CyberGuy unpacks how to protect loved ones.

Tech March 17

Flooded by spam after searching for a lender to refinance?

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses these effective tips to reduce spam after refinancing your home.

Tech March 16

Warning signs your mail has been fraudulently redirected

Beware of change-of-address scams. Bad actors are impersonating others to request a change of address with the postal service to steal information.

Tech March 15

FBI warns of dangerous new ‘smishing' scam targeting your phone

Hackers have set up over 10,000 fake websites to keep smishing scams going and target both iPhone and Android users with texts. Kurt the CyberGuy shares how to defend yourself.

Tech March 13

Dangerous Chrome extensions mimic password managers

Kurt the CyberGuy explains how to protect yourself from malicious Chrome extensions that can steal sensitive information like password managers, crypto wallets and banking apps.

Tech March 12

Malware steals bank cards and passwords from millions of devices

One report claims at least 25 million people were targeted by infostealer malware between the beginning of 2023 and the end of 2024, capturing bank card details and passwords.

Tech March 11

Dangerous malware targets you through fake loan app

Tech expert Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says a malware app called SpyLend is posing as a financial tool, hitting 100,000-plus downloads.

Tech March 10

16 hijacked browser extensions expose 3.2 million users

Kurt the CyberGuy recommends deleting 16 browser extensions immediately in response to a report saying more than 3.2 million web users were affected by a security breach.

Tech March 9

Got a bank transfer alert text? It might be a scam; here’s what to do

Kurt the CyberGuy offers tips to safeguard your personal information as scammers become more sophisticated with scam texts and other methods.

Tech March 6

Tax scam alert: How to protect yourself and your tax refund

A cybersecurity firm has shed some light on just how common tax scams have become. Kurt the CyberGuy offers his advice for how to protect your refund.

Tech March 5

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 March 4

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 March 3

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 March 2

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 March 1

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 February 26

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.