We live in a time of ever-increasing digital security threats. Ransomware is one of those threats. You've probably heard of it. It's gathered a lot of media coverage with high-profile attacks in recent years. But, the threat isn't just against corporate entities, financial institutions and government departments. Little old you and me - regular Joes - are also increasingly at … [Read more...] about How to Protect Against Ransomware
Welcome to our Online & Digital Security Archives
In today's interconnected world, where the internet has become an integral part of our lives, ensuring online and digital security has become more crucial than ever. The increasing reliance on technology and the growing volume of sensitive information stored and transmitted online have made individuals, businesses, and governments vulnerable to various types of threats. At Secure My Stuff Now we discuss, inform and recommend the best practices to reducing your online and digital threats. As our motto states: be smart and stay safe.
Best Offline Password Managers of 2023
I thoroughly recommend that you get a password manager. These are usually paid services but there's also free password managers. Modern password managers are typically engineered to sync up data through the cloud. This is a convenient way to organize and store your passwords on any of your devices with ease. And these services are built for security. But there are some of us … [Read more...] about Best Offline Password Managers of 2023
Best Free Password Managers of 2023 Reviewed
Password managers are vital tools in today's digital world. They help protect yourself from hacking. If you're unlucky enough to be a hacking target, a password manager can help avert loss of data, identity and assets! They also make managing your monster list of passwords a lot easier. With the increasing number of online accounts we have, it can be easy to use the … [Read more...] about Best Free Password Managers of 2023 Reviewed
How To Prevent Your Phone From Being Hacked
How do hackers hack phones? There are many ways to hack phones. Our phones are treasure chests. These phones are loaded with a lot of personal data. We use them to shop, bank and manage other financial and personal matters. This is a high-value asset for identity thieves. And hackers are increasingly targeting mobile users. Statistics from RSA Security show that … [Read more...] about How To Prevent Your Phone From Being Hacked
What is Phishing and How to Avoid Phishing Scams
Phishing is an act of fraud. It's where an attacker pretends to be a trustworthy entity or person via email or other communication channels. Phishers use phishing emails to send malicious attachments or links that can perform many functions. Some hackers will steal login credentials and account information from victims. Cybercriminals love using deception, and … [Read more...] about What is Phishing and How to Avoid Phishing Scams