The world revolves around data. Worth more than money, data is the latest currency that can change the world for better or worse. And when your personal data or your business’s data gets into the wrong hands, it can have severe consequences. 

Unfortunately, the threat of a data breach is not a matter of “if” but “when.” By being prepared and equipped to handle potential cyber threats, you can ensure your data doesn’t get into the hands of anyone who shouldn’t have it, especially cybercriminals. 

The scary thing about security breaches is that as soon as you realize what’s happening, it could already be too late to stop it. If you don’t already, take some time to [...]

Signal App burst into the digital world in 2014, touting its increased protection in privacy and encryption. The promise of securely sending and receiving encrypted messages, videos, voice calls and video calls was a major differentiator from other apps. 

But even Signal isn’t free from scams. From employment scams to extortion, there are cybercriminals on Signal App that think just because it’s encrypted, they can’t get caught. 

If you use this app, it’s important to be aware of the potential scams you can encounter and how to deal with them.  

Signal App has become the go-to messaging platform for discerning users who want to message [...]

Almost everything you do online leaves behind a trail of your activity, called a digital footprint. Every click, comment, and Google search can follow you, indicating your online habits and allowing other people to generate information about you. 

So, what exactly is a digital footprint? And why should you care about it? Keep reading to learn more about why it matters and how you can control the digital footprint you leave behind. 

A digital footprint is a trail of data you leave behind when you use the Internet. This data can include everything from the websites you visit to the comments you leave on social media to the emails you [...]

A single click, a seemingly harmless download, or an email from a “trusted” source are everyday actions that could expose you to a data breach — an unseen threat that can shatter your life in seconds.

In 2017, Equifax, one of America’s largest credit bureaus, fell victim to a massive cyberattack. Hackers exploited a vulnerability, gaining unauthorized access to the personal data of 147 million Americans — that’s nearly half the US population.

They snatched social security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and even driver’s license numbers. The aftermath was devastating, leaving victims vulnerable to identity theft, phishing attacks, and [...]

On a day-to-day basis, you may receive several scam and spam correspondences. This can be from emails that bypass your spam folder and can get directly in front of you. 

Calls or texts from unknown numbers may take over your phone several times a day with an area code matching yours. You may even receive voicemails from a prerecorded message or a real person. 

In an increasingly digital world, scammers adapt their approach to exploit you or your company by constantly looking for weak points. Let’s dive into how you can get rid of scammers once and for all.

Humans have a long history of sketchy behavior dating back as far as [...]

It could start as an innocent offer to send some money in exchange for a simple photo. In reality, scammers are pretending to be wealthy individuals and scamming young, unsuspecting victims with a sugar daddy scam. 

These scammers lure people in with the promise of money or financial benefits, but they may attempt to steal personal information from them. According to the Better Business Bureau, online romance scams are on the rise after the pandemic and have resulted in nearly a billion dollars in losses over the last three years. 

With the median amount of money lost per scam totaling $2,500, we’re not talking about small sums of money. As these scams become more [...]

Sextortion is a crime, first and foremost. It traps its victims in experiencing ongoing shame and fear. Try to imagine being forced to pay money, or worse, to keep your most private moments from being exposed to the world. That’s sextortion.

We know it’s a crime, but it’s also one that comes with awful consequences. It’s a violation that leaves emotional scars, too. We know the pain, the panic, and the feeling of being utterly alone. But you’re not alone.

The team at Digital Forensics has seen firsthand the devastation that sextortion can cause. We’ve dedicated our lives to tracking down these online predators, and we’re here to use that experience to help [...]