True or false: If you get a pop-up message, you should pull the plug on your computer immediately

Tech wizard Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson addresses the notion of pulling the plug on a computer if you receive a suspicious pop-up message.

How to safeguard your older PC

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson says there's nothing wrong with using an old PC, however, it can make you more vulnerable to cybersecurity threats. Here's what you can do.

What massive health care cyberattack at Ascension means for your privacy, security

Ascension, one of the largest health systems in the U.S., faced a significant cyberattack that disrupted its operations. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson has more.

One day you'll leave this earth, but your data will live on in a messy future

A recent study by a cybersecurity firm found only 3% of respondents 65 and older had a digital estate plan for digital information and acccounts.

How to hide apps on your Android to keep them secret

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how to hide the apps loaded onto your Android device so others can't access them and violate your privacy.

Online data protection bills become law in Maryland

Democratic Maryland Gov. Wes Moore on Thursday signed into law two measures aimed at more effectively securing constituents' personal data online.

Mac and MacBook hit with 'Cuckoo' malware stealing sensitive data

Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson has a warning about a new type of malware that's targeting Apple computers for files that may contain private information.

The most dangerous encounter to avoid in social media

Artificial intelligence has made social engineering scams more sophisticated. They are scams by which criminals exploit trust for money or information.

How to recover a hacked Facebook account

If your Facebook account has been hacked and you're having trouble logging back in, Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you some steps to recover your account.

How to use VPNs without compromising your banking apps

Using a virtual private network to seach the internet has its pros and cons. It can provide more security and privacy. But users can be blocked from websites.

FCC slaps AT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile with mega fines for data deceit

The Federal Communications Commission slapped the nation's four biggest mobile carriers with fines totaling $200 million for unauthorized sharing of customer location information.

How to shut down Facebook’s nosy ‘People You May Know’ suggestions

If you consider Facebook's "People You May Know" section distracting, there's a way to temporarily remove it. There is no permanent way to eliminated it.

Staffing firm to pay $2.7M in DOJ settlement over mishandled COVID data

Insight Global, which performed COVID-19 contact tracing for the state of Pennsylvania, will pay $2.7 million in a Justice Department settlement.

Ask Kurt: How to avoid phishing scams, protect your iPhone

Hackers and scammers portray themselves as legitimate businesses or people with urgent propositions to entice victims to open compromising documents.

Never get locked out of your email again by doing this

If you can't log in to your email account, you might want to try one of these methods to get yourself back in. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how.

How ‘Yahoo Boys’ use real-time face-swapping to carry out elaborate romance scams

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how the "Yahoo Boys" scam utilizes deepfake and face-swapping technology to trick people who believe they are in a romantic relationship.

Put down your phone: How selfies and videos are ruining gym etiquette and invading privacy

Fitness centers and workout studios are starting to establish policies that prohibit shooting phone videos to protect people's privacy.

Apple sends out threat notifications in 92 countries warning about spyware

Apple recently notified a small number of iPhone customers in 92 countries that their phones may be under attack by mercenary spyware.

AI-powered home security system strikes back with paintballs and tear gas

An artificial intelligence-powered home security system can fire paintballs and tear gas at trespassers. The camera identifies human faces and animals.

The AI camera stripping away privacy in the blink of an eye

A new camera called NUCA uses artificial intelligence to create deepfake photos of subjects by stripping away clothing in close to real time.

Tired of getting those mysterious password reset emails? Here’s what to do about it

Emails instructing you to reset your password for an account may be legitimate, or they may be scams. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains.

How to remove Facebook access to your photos

If you do not want Facebook to have automatic access to your private photos, follow our tips to protect yourself. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson shows you how.

AI can predict political orientations from blank faces – and researchers fear 'serious' privacy challenges

Researchers are warning about privacy concerns after a study found that AI facial recognition technology is able to predict people's political orientations from images of blank faces.

Tidy up your tech: Spring-cleaning tips for safeguarding your data

Safeguarding your digital life with a reliable physical backup isn't just a precaution, it's a necessity. Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson provides the essential backup checklist.

The troubling truth about our country's recycling programs

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson reveals how a Redditor exposed false recycling claims at their apartment, highlighting a report that only 21% of U.S. recyclables are processed.

The secret meaning of your iPhone clock’s 4 different colors

The bubble behind the clock on your iPhone can appear in different colors. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains what each of those colors mean.

Can AI help someone stage a fake kidnapping scam against you or your family?

Scammers are using the power of artificial intelligence to mimic voices of people and are using the fake voices to commit crimes, like kidnappings.

Over half a million Roku accounts compromised in second cybersecurity breach

Streaming giant Roku has recently been targeted by a pair of cyberattacks, and the company confirmed over a half million Roku accounts were compromised.