All posts in "Cyber Security"

How to Protect Yourself from Spam Emails?

TechCommuters / March 17, 2020

Email spam is one of the most serious threats to companies, individuals and organizations online. Even though spam protection has evolved to become very intelligent in relation to recognizing unsolicited bulk email, there is no way of 100% blocking every potential spam message. One way or another, there is a very high chance that some […]

Most Common Cybersecurity Mistakes That Businesses Make

TechCommuters / February 27, 2020

In today’s digital landscape, ignoring security measures isn’t an option. Businesses are under constant threat from hackers, malware, system failure and rogue employees. Whether you’re a business owner or IT specialist, having a robust IT security program in place is crucial to mitigating these risks. Here are four of the most common cybersecurity mistakes businesses […]

7 Critical Tips for Security On iPhone

TechCommuters / February 14, 2020

iPhones have consistently maintained a reputation for being secure, even leading up to trouble with key law enforcement agencies like the FBI, for Apple’s refusal to provide data. iPhones constitute the first choice of users who place a high priority on their privacy. However, using an iPhone does not guarantee ultimate security and the elimination […]

What’s the Difference Between Antivirus and Antimalware?

TechCommuters / January 31, 2020

From desktops and laptops to our tablets and smartphones, all the devices are vulnerable to today’s increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks. Being in the Cloud Generation, everyone and everything is always connected and easily accessible. With the constantly innovative cybercrimes we need software programs to keep our devices secure in this highly dangerous digital world. The cybersecurity […]

What are Grey Markets and How Do They Function?

TechCommuters / January 26, 2020

What is Grey Market? A grey market is a scenario wherein products are sold outside of the ambit of the authorized distribution channels specified by the product manufacturer or by the business that owns the product IP. It is a nightmarish scenario for the product manufacturer as it disturbs the fundamental ecosystem of the product […]

Productive & Protected: Cybersecurity For Workplace Chat Apps

TechCommuters / January 23, 2020

There is a strong demand for workplace chat applications such as Microsoft Teams and Slack. These convenient applications allow employees to quickly communicate and collaborate in ways that are more dynamic and fluid than traditional email. With the security options presented today, you can avoid workplace chat apps being used as unsecured “Shadow IT” and […]

How Digital Forensics Can Save You From Hackers

TechCommuters / January 16, 2020

As the age of technology thrives and persists, the need for cybersecurity becomes imperative. Cybersecurity has evolved profoundly over the years and will continue to do so as humans become more dependent on technology. Cybersecurity ties directly into the necessary use of digital forensics, a branch of forensic science that deals with investigating digital devices […]

6 Apps With Hidden Danger You Should Be Aware Of

TechCommuters / December 31, 2019

In the world where a day starts with a controversial tweet and ends with an inappropriate WhatsApp message, it is very difficult to keep young children and teenagers away from social media. Social media is a slow poison that slowly lures youngsters’ minds and makes them vulnerable and weak. But, today, social media apps are […]

How to Recover Windows from Malware Infection

TechCommuters / January 08, 2021

Last updated on January 8th, 2021 at 04:53 pmMalware infection has been a serious concern since we have been using Windows XP. Though Microsoft has taken numerous measures to emphasize security and strengthen defending power to take care of such malicious infections on the system, we still are a step behind those who try to […]

What Are Phishing Emails and How To Prevent It?

TechCommuters / December 02, 2019

Last updated on December 2nd, 2019 at 04:28 pmAccording to Wikipedia, “Phishing is the fraudulent attempt to obtain sensitive information such as usernames, passwords and credit card details by disguising oneself as a trustworthy entity in an electronic communication. Typically carried out by email spoofing or instant messaging,” Here, you are directed to a fake website to enter your important credentials like passwords and login […]

How to Secure User Data from Theft

TechCommuters / October 19, 2019

Last updated on October 19th, 2019 at 03:00 pmConfidential user data like credit card details, insurance documents, and licenses, etc. are in a big demand on the dark web. Criminals purchase them at high prices because they need these data and documents to carry out malicious missions like identity theft, falsely acquiring controlled drugs, e.g., […]

Is Private Lending For You? – Cyber News

TechCommuters / November 27, 2019

Last updated on November 27th, 2019 at 04:34 pmIf you don’t comprise incredibly generous, and filthy rich relatives, you may think that getting a loan or buying/renovating a home, your credit card union & bank are your main sources of big funding. That being said, the Internet has come about and transformed our way of […]

8 Best Identity Theft Protection Software in 2021

TechCommuters / January 14, 2021

Last updated on January 14th, 2021 at 03:26 pmInternet is the most vulnerable source of identity theft. You never know when your identity is compromised and when you become a victim of ransomware. This article has been designed to introduce best identity theft protection software to protect yourself against ID fraud and stay safe across […]

Network Discovery: How to Protect Your Network?

TechCommuters / May 21, 2019

Having software that can discover devices on network is crucial to the development of your business. These tools not only help you see devices on your network but view folder shares, hardware MAC, open UDP/TCP port. So why do you need to care about this information? While its a bit technical, this information will only […]

10 Best Antimalware For Mac in 2021 (Free & Paid)

TechCommuters / January 08, 2021

Last updated on January 8th, 2021 at 04:16 pmAccording to numerous reports, sustainable growth in the Mac viruses attack has been recorded in the past few years. Cybersecurity is a big issue in front of the world today, it has become very hard day by day to control the malware attacks for Operating Systems. This […]

SSH Session Recording – A Guide

TechCommuters / April 10, 2019

SSH is a cryptographic network protocol that provides security between two remote machines through an unsecured network such as the internet. SSH uses different encryption and authentication methods that make secure connections between two machines. Previously, users would have to use Telnet to obtain server access. Since telnet isn’t secure, and the Internet has been […]

How to Secure Your Smart Home and IoT Devices

TechCommuters / March 2, 2019

Home routers and IoT devices always remain on target by attackers. Why? Because, like most other connected devices – they don’t offer reliable built-in security. Due to poor security practices, these devices remain attackers target all the time. In addition to that, IoT device manufacturers don’t count security as top priority. Issues like no system […]

What is Email Spoofing and How to Stop It?

TechCommuters / December 5, 2018

As we live in the age of information, it’s safe to say that our lives have become a lot easier with the introduction of internet. Well, you can’t complain when you’re able to pay most of your bills right from your smartphone. But, there’s also another side of the coin here, which is cyber crime. […]

What To Do If You Experience A Cyber Security Breach

TechCommuters / December 04, 2018

Last updated on December 4th, 2018 at 08:29 amThe complexities of the Internet demands state of the art protection against all forms of cyber-attack and for every online business, the threat of data theft is always present. Malicious viruses are released on an almost daily basis, which means you need to have adequate protection at […]

How to Protect Against Phishing?

TechCommuters / November 27, 2018

Last updated on November 27th, 2018 at 05:23 pmHave you ever been hacked? If no, you should feel very lucky, as it has been very dangerous for people to surf internet without encountering some kind of malicious threats. Over the past five years, cyber crime has been rampaging over the internet, claiming thousands of victims. […]

How to Become a Certified Network Defender?

TechCommuters / November 14, 2018

Certified Network Defender or CDN as a profession is on the rise with the advancement of computer technology in every business nowadays. CDNs are professionals with profound knowledge in computer networking programs. And, they work to protect delicate data and avoid risks which may be encountered by different networking systems. Anyway, if you are one […]

What is Ransomware? How It Works and How to Remove It?

TechCommuters / November 01, 2018

Last updated on November 1st, 2018 at 03:46 amEver since the computer is introduced to us, the way everything around us operates has been completely changed. For most of the part, it has been extremely good, but it also has brought some unwanted and unpleasant scenarios as well. While computers are being used for pretty […]

10 Best Tips to Improve Online Privacy & Security

TechCommuters / October 24, 2018

Ever since we’ve been introduced to computers, our lives have been completely changed, mostly for good. Today, we operate electronic devices such as computers and smartphones for numerous purposes. Many of us use these devices for work, studies, entertainment, and many more activities. In addition to that, we’re blessed with the internet, through which we […]

The 10 Best Cybersecurity Tips for Businesses

TechCommuters / October 17, 2018

The last two decades have seen many revolutionary changes to our society. One of the main causes for this is simply the internet. With the introduction of web, many industries have been radically altered, mostly for the good. When talking about changes, we must definitely mention how the way we conduct businesses has been changed. […]

10 Best Ethical Hacking Tools for 2021

TechCommuters / January 20, 2021

Last updated on January 20th, 2021 at 06:05 pmEarlier, ethical hacking and penetration testing was performed by only some security engineers. But, lately, cybersecurity is a very vital issue; therefore, anyone can perform ethical hacking to weed out flaws and vulnerabilities within the organization or network. With the numerous robust ethical hacking software available in […]

How AI and Machine Learning Are Redefining Cybersecurity

TechCommuters / October 3, 2018

Cybersecurity has been emerging as one of the most important sectors of the digital world. The last few years have seen a lot of cyber attacks all around the world. With multitude of malware, ransomware, and virus attacks, it’s high time that this industry gets a revolutionary disruption. Since its inception this industry has been […]

What is Spy Apps How Do I Know It is Installed on My Phone

TechCommuters / September 30, 2018

How important is your privacy and security to you? In the current era of sophisticated technology, anyone can steal your information and spy on you. We all use smartphones each and every day. It’s an undeniable fact that these devices help us with a lot of things. But, at the same time, there’s another side […]

10 Best iPhone Spy Apps for 2021

TechCommuters / January 03, 2021

Last updated on January 3rd, 2021 at 03:46 pmThe proud owners of iOS devices know in advance, that, their device isn’t as feature rich as Androids are. Then, why they buy iOS devices. Well, the reasons are numerous including extended security & privacy features. However these devices have said to have the best in class […]

What is RAMPAGE Attack?

TechCommuters / September 26, 2018

With each passing day, the number of cyber threats has been increasing exponentially. There are multitude of viruses, malware, ransomware, malicious apps, and many more to worry about. Hackers have been successfully developing new types of threats. They have been exploiting any type of weak links in servers, devices, and what not. These cyber threats […]

How to Choose Upgrades for Your Older PC for Better Security

TechCommuters / September 21, 2018

Last updated on September 21st, 2018 at 05:36 amIs your PC older than 5 years? Then it’s time to consider upgrades. If you have a laptop, you may want to consider buying a new machine. However, if you have a desktop, you can pick and choose which components to replace with better parts and save […]