Who's reading your email?
Recently in the news there has been concern over whether Google is doing enough to keep your email secure. Concern has arisen over the access third-party developers and apps have to your Google account. There …
Are you ready for the upcoming SSL/HTTPS changes?
It’s been confirmed, Google has announced that in July 2018 they will begin to identify all websites that do not have SSL certificates as “not secure”. Have you checked whether your website is displaying as …
How can I protect my website from being hacked?
Having a website is like having a virtual shop front to your business and provides the ability for your visitors to come and browse you and identify possible products and services they may like to …
CyberGuru proudly supporting 2018 Privacy Awareness Week
CyberGuru is proud to be again a supporter of this year’s Privacy Awareness Week (PAW). This PAW is all about promoting privacy as part of everyday business. Running from 13 to 19 May, the theme …
Ask CyberGuru: Do I need to update my modem router’s firmware?
CyberGuru was recently asked, "I saw in magazine recently that it suggested that you should 'update your router’s firmware to fix security defects as well as provide optimum speed and performance'. Is this the case and …
Be wary of fake Microsoft Office 365 emails
Over the past few weeks, we have seen an increasing number of fake Microsoft Office 365 emails being received by clients. These email messages, whilst appearing to be genuine, are malicious emails sent by unauthorised …
Are you ready for the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme?
On Thursday 22 February 2018, the Notifiable Data Breach Scheme (NDBS) will come into effect. This will affect organisations that are already covered by the Privacy Act, businesses with a turnover greater than $3 million, …
Protect yourself against recent computer processor vulnerabilities
There have been announcements regarding vulnerabilities in processors from Intel, AMD and ARM in relation to allowing cybercriminals to access data from your computer that is currently being processed on the chip. This may include …
Protecting yourself against from WannaCry ransomware and security threats
On Friday 12 May, a new wave of ransomware known as “WannaCry” was identified. Whilst the ransomware has infected tens of thousands of computers worldwide, fortunately there have been limited counts reports of infections in …
Five recommendations for password protection
May the fourth be with you! Today is 4 May, also known World Password Day. How do you record your passwords? Do you save them in your computer browser's history or in sticky notes on …
