How do most major cyber incidents begin? Often, they start with an email. 

The message looks normal, request seems routine, and the email appears to come from a sender you recognize.

Within minutes, you approve a payment, change banking information, or share sensitive information with someone who seems legitimate.

Some scams take happen in just seconds. Others take weeks or even months to come to fruition.

Pig butchering scams are different from the typical phishing email or fake tech support call, because they operate much more slowly. The attacker does not rush; instead, they invest time into the relationship, gain your confidence, and then convince the victim to hand over money or information voluntarily.

Starting May 2026, Instagram no longer supports encrypted chats.

Meta has removed end-to-end encryption from the platform's direct messaging feature. That means the company can now access the content of private conversations, along with any law enforcement requests, moderation systems, or internal review processes tied to those messages.

Introduction

Most people understand that strong passwords are important. The real challenge is remembering each and every one of them.

Between work systems, email accounts, cloud platforms, and everyday websites, the average person manages dozens (and sometimes hundreds) of logins.

Your business PCs are packed with productivity and security tools that your team is probably overlooking. Windows 11, in particular, offers a suite of practical features designed to streamline daily tasks for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Here are some you should start using today.

Improving your proficiency with Excel is one of the fastest ways to boost office productivity. These essential functions help you navigate large amounts of information with ease and accuracy.

Counting with precision using COUNT and COUNTA

Managing large lists often requires knowing exactly how many entries you have without manually tallying them.

Phone scams have evolved far beyond simple robocalls. Cybercriminals now exploit Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) systems to impersonate trusted parties, tricking individuals into disclosing sensitive data. This article explores why VoIP phishing, known as vishing, is so widespread and what your organization can do to combat it.

Introduction

Most cyberattacks do not begin with sophisticated hacking tools. Most start with something simple, like leaving a USB drive in a parking lot, a QR code on a flyer, or a free phone charging station at an airport.

These everyday conveniences are increasingly used as delivery systems for cyberattacks.

Many remote work-related tasks require a smooth and fast internet connection, from joining video calls to accessing shared documents and cloud-based software. When your Wi-Fi is not up to the task, staying productive at home can become difficult. The good news is that a few smart adjustments can help you get better performance from your network.