Volume 3 March 2010 Security and Privacy on Social Networking Sites From the Desk of David Badertscher What are the security and privacy issues associated with social networking sites? Social networking sites have become very popular avenues for people to communicate with family, friends and colleagues from around the corner…
Volume3 Number 1 January 2010 From the Desk of David Badertscher As we begin the new year, it’s an opportune time to assess the cyber security landscape and prepare for what new challenges may lie ahead, as well as what current threats may continue. What Are the Cyber Trends for…
Volume 2 Number 12 December 2009. Automatic Software Updates and Patching From the Desk of David Badertscher Security vulnerabilities are flaws in the software that could allow someone to potentially compromise your system. Each year, the volume of software security vulnerabilities discovered increases, and the hacking tools available to exploit…
Volume 2 Number 11 November 2009 Online Holiday Shopping Tips From the Desk of David Badertscher Online Holiday Shopping Tips The holiday season is approaching quickly and many of us will be shopping online. comScore estimates that in one day alone last year –Cyber Monday on December 1–$846 million was…
Volume 2 Number 10 October 2009. Top Ten Cyber Security Tips From the Desk of David Badertscher October is Cyber Security Awareness Month – Our Shared Responsibility In recognition of the 2009 National Cyber Security Awareness Month, this edition of the newsletter is designed to provide you with the TOP…
September 2009 Volume 2, Issue 9 Cyber Ethics From the Desk of David Badertscher What is Cyber Ethics? Cyber ethics refers to the code of responsible behavior on the Internet. Just as we are taught to act responsibly in everyday life, with lessons such as “Don’t take what doesn’t belong…
Volume 2 Number 8 August 2009. From the Desk of David G. Badertscher Mmmm… cookies – chocolate chip and oatmeal with raisins! Cookies are one of the most popular snacks that exist today. Did you know you can get “browser” cookies almost every time you go on the Internet? These…
Volume 2 Number 7 July 2009. From the Desk of David Badertscher Monthly Cyber Security Tips Cybercrime What is Cybercrime? The term “cybercrime” is usually referred to as any criminal offense committed against or with the use of a computer or computer network. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) interchangeably…
Volume 2 Number 6 June 2009. From the Desk of David Badertscher All This Functionality in One Device! Mobile communication devices (includes Blackberrys, iPhones, smart phones in general) have become indispensable tools for today’s highly mobile society. Small and relatively inexpensive, these multifunction devices can be used not only for…
Volume 2 Number 5 May 2009. Rogue (Fake) Anti-Virus Software: How to Spot It & Avoid It!* From the Desk of David Badertscher Your PC May Be Infected! Click here to clean it! Have you seen this advertisement or similar pop-up messages? A free PC scan or an offer to…