SENTINEL^TM by IDSTRONG

The Publishers Clearing House (PCH) appeared in 1967, promoting magazine subscriptions, merchandise, time-share vacations, and their famous cash prize sweepstakes.

With cyber threats on online payment methods becoming more common in today's digital age, ensuring that payment systems are secure and sensitive information is not hijacked when making payments has become ever more critical.

In today's digital landscape, cryptography plays a vital role in keeping information secure. Encryption is one of the primary techniques used in cryptography to ensure that data transmission online is secure and that sensitive information stays protected from unauthorized access.

Identity theft and card fraud are the main concerns associated with using debit and credit cards. Like any financial instrument, credit and debit cards are susceptible to certain security threats that can compromise cardholders' information and lead to credit card fraud or debit card fraud.

Airbnb has brought a new paradigm to the hospitality industry. It has become the go-to platform for persons looking to make additional income with their properties and travelers looking for unique accommodation experiences away from home.

Sensitive personal data is among the most valuable information attached to us; it's so valuable that there are international regulations for its maintenance, storage, and management.

Every day, more people get online - most do it for leisure, but organizations are increasingly moving into the digital environment.

What is there to know about a person? Certainly, their name, but how about their affiliations, philosophical beliefs, or sexual orientation?

When we think of "property," the first thing that comes to our mind might be tangible objects—items we've purchased, like cars and homes, or entitlements we've procured, like land, titles, or even honorifics.

What is Artificial Intelligence?   Artificial intelligence (AI) permeates the world around us; much more than simplistic technology, AI describes the abilities that an automated system can influence.

Effectively responding to cyber threats is all about speed and information. Defense specialists must react quickly to repel attacks and mitigate damages.

We don't think about it much, but moving data from our devices to various online locations is a complex process. It's just a single click for us but involves countless communications between servers.

Zero-day vulnerabilities have transformed into something of a boogeyman for business owners. They represent a significant threat to sensitive information and assets but are extremely challenging to respond to.

Everyone's heard some form of the age-old adage, "Information is power. " Today, managing data is what gives organizations huge advantages over their competitors.

In 2021, the average American spent over 8 hours on the internet daily. This screen time includes everything from streaming video, scrolling social media, and browsing the web.

The digital world is great, but for all it's helped the world, it's also opened businesses up to a massive number of threats.

Alexander Klink, CC BY 3.0 , via Wikimedia Commons With how much data is exchanged daily, it's a growing necessity that organizations maintain iron-clad and multi-layered security measures.

People are very comfortable clicking on website links these days. This trend is a blessing for the criminals creating and spreading a ludicrous number of malicious URLs.

These days, password security theory is strongly tied to mathematics. Even ordinary computers are getting exponentially more powerful every few years, and this growth is empowering hackers as a result.

A subtype of a phishing scam, email spoofing is an attack meant to trick the recipient into trusting an email's legitimacy. It's estimated that scammers send over 3 billion spoofing emails daily, targeting people of all ages and social statuses.

Data is king. This truth has remained across most of human history. Today's businesses are working with cosmically large amounts of data points, which makes it equally challenging to store and analyze any of them efficiently.

Cybersecurity has taken major steps forward in protecting the modern world in recent years. Even though little is given to the public, securing global networks and computer systems is a significant industry in the global information processing structure.

Most jobs require that applicants prove a baseline level of education or skills. They can do so through degrees, work experience, or certifications from an overseeing body.

Modern computers and anti-malware programs are incredibly sophisticated. Their power causes users to believe that any threats will be swiftly detected and dealt with.

Most people navigate the internet with little to no anxiety despite not knowing what goes on behind the scenes. Public Key Infrastructure is one of these background processes that allows everyday users to feel safe online.

The Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) was introduced as part of the E-Government Act of 2002. This act required Federal Organizations to implement an information security accreditation process designed to protect government data more efficiently.

In this digital age, staying connected is not just a luxury but an absolute necessity. And at the heart of every wireless connection lies something called an SSID. 

It's difficult to fathom how much information passes through a single website daily. On the extreme side of things, Google, YouTube, and Facebook had 28 billion combined visits in June 2023 alone.

Far too many businesses today experience issues with fraud or costly mistakes. Learning to prevent these issues makes your business look more professional and stops preventable financial losses from occurring.

Unlocking the potential of data is essential for businesses in today's digital age. However, as companies collect and store vast amounts of valuable information, a critical question arises: Who has control over this data?

Criminals are constantly improving their security probing and penetration tactics. Their efforts make traditional cybersecurity measures more obsolete with every passing day.

A data catalog is a powerful research tool that brings together all the informational resources and stored data that a company has into one easy database that can be searched.

Microsoft engineers coined the phrase Cross-Site Scripting in early 2000, and the attacks have grown to nearly 30% of all web application assaults.

We hate cables. Because of this, Bluetooth has rapidly become an integral part of daily life. Wireless headphones and smartwatches are prominent examples, but today, even our washing machines and light bulbs can connect to our phones.

Manipulating massive amounts of raw data takes on greater significance as targeted technology develops new enrichment capabilities.

The rapid growth of big data has given rise to a new set of challenges when moving massive amounts of data from one computer system to another.

The cryptocurrency phenomenon began in 2008 with the introduction of Bitcoin. Along with the young digital currency, other digital technologies were brought to the media forefront.

Decision-makers have always relied on information to make the best choice. However, never in history have they had so much data to draw from.

The impacts of account takeover fraud are genuine. According to the Javelin 2022 Identity Fraud Study, 22% of U.S. adults have been victims of account takeover attacks.

We can all remember the old war stories of secret agents and the unbreakable messages back to headquarters. One of the most popular means of evil messaging secrecy was recording the text backward on a rock and roll record.

For most businesses, data is their most valuable asset. When that data is managed correctly, it keeps an organization running smoothly with the correct information always close at hand.

Server protocols are a set of established rules that specify how to format packets of data to send and receive from endpoint to endpoint.

Created in 1901, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was established to remove several challenges to US Industrial competitiveness.

In today's competitive world, everybody is looking for ways to innovate and make use of new technologies. Web scraping has gone mainstream across the internet with multiple tools and techniques that can scrape entire websites in minutes.

Cloud computing began in the 1960s with remote job entry, and due to its rapid growth led to full-time sharing systems by the 70s.

Every organization on the planet, from small mom and pops with a computer to multinational conglomerates, must concern themselves with the complexities of cyber threats.

The age-old question, data or information; what was created first? Information is defined by the raw data components that it represents.

Network security has become increasingly significant due to the growing number and sophistication of cyber threats. Unsecured networks are particularly vulnerable to various risks.

Inventions of the microchip and transistors in the late 1950s ushered in a digital transformation, unlike any other evolutionary phenomenon in history.

With every extensive, distributed network, several types of servers are in play, such as web, email, file, and FTP. There are several types of proxy servers; two prominent proxies are; a forward proxy server (tunnel or gateway) and a reverse proxy.

In this modern malware-infected world, iPhones are extremely secure electronic devices; however, they are not immune to a virus.

Depending on system complexity, modern industrial and private networks consist of devices such as hubs, network cards, routers, and the all-important Network Security Key.

Families in the 50s were saving pennies to afford refrigerators and dishwashers. Fully automatic washing machines and vacuums revolutionized personal hygiene.

Hackers have stepped up their game in recent years, attacking everything from local cash registers to government infrastructure.

The internet of the 80s is with us today, controlling data flow, direction, delivery, and more. Border Gateway Protocols date back to the origins of internet traffic routing between autonomous systems.

Inquisitive minds are curious and seek out new knowledge, asking questions that will receive detailed answers. Anyone who considers themselves inquisitive should avoid the "Dark Web" or approach with extreme caution.

Protection methods for sensitive data have evolved to encompass new forms of thinking to combat constant threat vectors and attacks.

From the beginning of the computer revolution, there has been a smorgasbord of devices and peripherals, with some DOA and others innovative and groundbreaking.

A lot of us are fascinated with technology. Any form or mention of the subject piques an interest or at least a glance of curiosity.

The Cyber Kill Chain is a significant piece of work from Lockheed Martin in 2011. The Chain outlines seven essential points at which an IT team can intercept a cyberattack.

The catfishing phenomenon is distinctively modern and sordid. According to the Washington Post, it began when a NY City man was lured into an internet relationship with an attractive 19-year-old in the Midwest.

It is doubtful we would need electronic wallet protection walking down the streets of most rural American towns. With these enclaves, it is even more doubtful that you would see anybody you would even need to be leery about.

Successful hackers have the ability to find a specific vulnerability and turn it into millions of dollars if the account is large enough.

Impersonation has thousands of years of history. When we think of impersonating something or someone, at first glance, the intent is typically the act of deceiving someone.

The amount of content reaching the Internet every day is staggering. Digital data is created at around 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every day.

ARP poisoning takes advantage of the weaknesses in the ARP protocol. ARP spoofing, ARP poison routing, and ARP cache poisoning are all part of the flaw in this communication protocol.

When evaluating the reckless ingenuity and devastating aftermath of present-day overlook disasters, KRACK lands in the top three.

Touchscreens revolutionized technology, enabling users to interact with tablets, smartphones, and computers. The first touch screen, invented in 1965, was a capacitive touchscreen.

Several reasons exist why a United States Citizen would want to change their Social Security number. The SSA discourages people from changing their number except for situations of harassment, abuse, or life endangerment. 

Apple prides itself on IOS security and the unhackable nature of its iPhone. However, with modern sophistication and complexity, any networked digital technology can be hacked.

Protecting one's financial accounts and assets has become a priority for those who find online access the easiest and most productive way to grow assets.

Logging into a chatroom in the early 1990s and talking with someone on the other side of the world was nothing short of thrilling.

Every parent's job is to teach their children the difference between right and wrong, set them on a good path forward, and provide a solid foundation.

Keeping track of a small piece of paper for 60 or 70 years is nearly impossible for most of us. That is why the Social Security Administration has made it relatively easy to replace your SS card.

Have you ever been online, and clicked on an interesting link only to be taken to an unfamiliar website? Clickjacking (or UI redress) attacks trick users into clicking on an element in a genuine webpage and, instead, taking to a clickjacking site. 

There are plenty of secure and protected smartphones in this world; then there is the phone from Israeli startup Sirin Labs. Their first product, the Solarin, offers the most technologically advanced privacy outside the agency world.

One of the many privileges afforded Americans is the right to healthcare. Medicare, begun in 1965, is a national health insurance program administrated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services or CMS.

Ransomware is one of the most devastating cyber threats of the modern age. Predators use ransomware as an extreme attack vector with the same goal as centuries-old blackmailing outlaws; extort money.

Ransomware is an evolving malware code that has kept online predators swimming in money for decades. Due to the massive amounts of money being scammed each year from individuals and businesses, many predators are flocking to get in on the ransomware payouts. 

We can all remember opening that first computer on Christmas day. Then we turned it on, and wave after wave of nonsensical advertisements competed for space on the monitor.

Throughout history, manipulation of human behavior has been used by some of the vilest people imaginable. It has also been used in some everyday applications.

Cyberstalking has taken on a life of its own with the internet, email, and other similar forms of communication. Predators no longer need to map out a target's routine; they simply attach an electronic tracking device and maliciously harass another person. 

Progressive organizations and tech-savvy individuals must proactively develop fundamental rules protecting their digital infrastructure.

Businesses can make every effort to beef up corporate network security, but those improvements mean very little if criminals choose to break into an already connected device.

It's a misconception that we only need to be on guard for ill-intentioned strangers when it comes to scams. An attack can bloom inside any social circle, no matter how tightly knit that group may be.

For most people, the internet is a poorly guarded vault holding all their personal data. Cybercriminals are constantly creating new ways to bypass security and steal that information.

No longer can you head to your local coffee shop on a Saturday morning and safely browse the internet. Evil Twin attacks mimic a legitimate network and trick the user into logging in by posing as a legitimate internet source.

Have you ever had another person eavesdrop on a personal conversation while pretending not to hear a thing? Gathering information by stealthily listening to another person's communication without their consent is, at the very least unethical and may be considered unlawful.

If you've used a computer for any length of time, chances are you've seen a pop-up window warning you about a virus. These alerts are often called "virus alerts" or "error messages.

Malicious code is now so prevalent that broad categorizing must be applied; for the ability to drill down to specific attack types.

Smurf attacks are not the cute, short adorable blue characters that set up camp in your cabinets. These incursions are a form of distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks sent to multiple IP addresses, disrupting a network's bandwidth.

Stalkerware is an insidious code used for stalking; once installed, it allows the predator to monitor, view, and record the victim's actions 24/7.

The meteoric rise of SaaS (Software as a Service) has taken on the burden of managing, scaling, and installing necessary applications.

Financial literacy is the combination of knowledge and skills that people need to make well-informed financial decisions. These decisions range from budgeting for a vacation to crafting a long-term retirement plan.

Some words and phrases in modern vernacular sound intimidating to the uninformed. One such small phrase is the data dump, which has a short and targeted history.

Most people don't worry about password safety until it becomes a problem. They find an email or notification from a website asking, "Is this you?

Online predators have been the fastest-growing crime segment since the beginning of the pandemic. FBI's annual Internet Crime Division reported a nearly four-fold increase in cybercrime, with total losses exceeding $4.2 billion in 2019 alone.

Technology offers society an astonishing number of opportunities for advancement. How we choose to take advantage of these possibilities defines our future.

An online digital footprint is a digital history and reputation that follows you whenever you interact with anything online. It includes all your social media posts, comments, likes, shares, images, videos, blog posts, and more.

Having your wallet stolen can be frightening; losing your credit and debit card can be devastating financially, and thieves may clean out your accounts before you can freeze them.