Internet Security
Internet Security
Why Hacked Email Accounts Are So Dangerous
Have you ever received a suspicious email from someone you know? It’s more common than most of us might imagine. That’s because when a hacker steals their victim’s email account, they use it to create more victims by sending out spam messages to users on the stolen account’s address book. It’s a major invasion of privacy, not to mention dangerous.
Are device cams a security concern?
It is believed someone can take control of your laptop or smartphone camera through an injection of trojan virus or malware from bad websites and spam emails (phishing) that you may have clicked or opened. It is also widely known that several android devices, electronic chips, including internet routers manufactured in China have “backdoor” capabilities to remotely access and control these gadgets.
How to check if your email account is compromised, and fix it
Securing your account should be a top priority. The below steps can help you start securing your accounts to prevent unscrupulous individuals to take advantage of your sensitive personal information and avoid credit card fraud, identity theft and other malicious and illegal activities.
