Google Chrome Security Alert

Google last week issued an update to its Chrome web browser that includes a fix for a critical security flaw. But because it doesn't want evil hackers exploiting the vulnerability, the browser maker didn't give many details other than the flaw involves "use after free in speech recognizer."

https://www.tomsguide.com/uk/amp/news/chrome-security-bug

Corona Virus Phishing Attacks

Read this article about how Corona Virus related phishing attacks increased in March 2020.

https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/92157-coronavirus-related-spear-phishing-attacks-see-667-increase-in-march-2020

Remote Connectivity

Due to recent events a lot of us are working from home. Remote work can put businesses at risk. Read this article to find out why some businesses might be at risk by connecting remotely.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carrierubinstein/2020/04/10/beware-remote-work-involves-these-3-cyber-security-risks/#6f3b5a261c44

Cybercriminals Increasingly Harnessing Stolen Identity Data to Launch Global Attacks

This week's article is about how cybercriminals are using stolen data to launch global attacks.


https://www.securitymagazine.com/articles/91836-cybercriminals-increasingly-harnessing-stolen-identity-data-to-launch-global-attacks

Useful Chrome Extensions

Last week I did a post on Firefox useful extensions. This week the provided link covers some fun and useful extensions in chrome. My personal favorite is caramelized. Check out the link for more.

https://download.cnet.com/news/the-best-chrome-extensions-to-make-your-browser-work-for-you/

Avoid VPN Apps

If you're an android VPN user you need to read this article that I found. It mentions 7 VPN apps to stay away from. 

https://www.cnet.com/news/avoid-these-7-android-vpn-apps-because-of-their-privacy-sins/

Can add-ons help us stay secure?

You can download extensions to customize your browser to match your needs. You can add different themes and add-ons to monitor your privacy. If you're a Mozilla Firefox user read this article, it explains all the Firefox add-ons in detail that will help you keep your browser secure.

https://download.cnet.com/news/stay-private-and-protected-with-the-best-firefox-security-extensions/