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CertLock Trojan can disable your antivirus software

June 13, 2017 admin CertLock, CertLOock, Cyber safety, malware, Security, Trojan

Credit to Author: Quick Heal Security Labs| Date: Tue, 13 Jun 2017 14:29:05 +0000

An antivirus software keeps your computer safe from malware, viruses, online threats, and suspicious or harmful elements. Although bypassing this protective guard is a difficult task for attackers, they never stop trying to do so. Recently, we came across a malware that is designed to interfere with the infected system’s…

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6 Tips to Protect Your Kids from Cyberbullying

May 2, 2017 admin Cyber safety, cyberbullying, online safety

Credit to Author: Rajib Singha| Date: Wed, 03 May 2017 05:30:22 +0000

Cyberbullying is defined as the use of the Internet and mobile technologies to bully, especially amongst children and teenagers. It not only affects the academic career of kids but also adversely impacts their physical, social, and mental well-being. This post lists 6 tips to protect your kids from cyberbullying. …

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10 Internet Security Tips to Keep Hackers Away

March 31, 2017 admin Cyber safety, Internet safety tips, malware, Online privacy, Password, phishing, Security patch, slideshow, Social engineering, Tips

Credit to Author: Rajib Singha| Date: Thu, 30 Mar 2017 08:00:28 +0000

The Internet is a fun place to be, but it is also riddled with hackers, online scammers, and malware artists. These notorious entities are out there, waiting for you to falter so that they can latch onto you like parasites to feed on your money and identity. Scary huh? But…

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Cyber Swachhta Kendra – A Digital India Initiative for a Secure Cyber Ecosystem

March 29, 2017 admin Bot removal tool, CERT-In, Cyber crime, Cyber Ecosystem, Cyber safety, Cyber Swachhta Kendra, cyberwar, digital india, Future watch, phishing, ransomware, Security

Credit to Author: Sanjay Katkar| Date: Mon, 06 Mar 2017 12:25:34 +0000

The Government of India recently launched an ambitious project called Cyber Swachhta Kendra (CSK) – a Botnet Cleaning and Malware Analysis Center. Developed under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), this center will be operated by the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In). Developed as an essential part…

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6 possible signs your Android phone may be infected with a virus

February 8, 2017 admin Android, Android malware, Cyber safety, Hacker, mobile malware, Mobile ransomware, Mobile virus, ransomware, Security

According to the Annual Security Threat Report by Quick Heal, mobile ransomware has increased by 450% from Q1 to Q4 in 2016 while mobile banking Trojan has shown an increase of 110%. Read the complete report here. All these stats only echo the fact that Android phones are a hotbed…

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10 Security Tips on Data Privacy Day

January 27, 2017 admin Cyber safety, Data and privacy, data privacy day, internet security, Online privacy, phishing, privacy tips, Tips

Recognized annually on January 28th, Data Privacy Day is defined as a centered approach towards respecting privacy, safeguarding data, and enabling trust. It is a global effort to raise and promote awareness around protecting one’s data and privacy. With this thought in mind, we have put together these 10 security…

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Quick Heal Cybersecurity Quiz

January 23, 2017 admin Computer Security Terms, Cyber safety, Cybersecurity education, Cybersecurity quiz, malware, quiz

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11 Tips for Secure Cashless Transactions

January 18, 2017 admin Cashless transaction security, Cyber safety, Demonetisation, phishing, privacy, Safe Banking, secure cashless transactions, Tips

In the wake of the demonetisation campaign, people are opting for cashless transactions for online banking, shopping, paying bills, booking tickets, etc. But, while this mode of payment may have brought some relief to the cash crunch in ATMs and banks, it has opened up new opportunities for cybercriminals. And…

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