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February 13, 2023

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This scary malware screenshots your system to see if you're worth hacking

3 things you need to know today

1. This scary malware screenshots your system to see if you're worth hacking

Are you worthy of being a cyberattack victim? As strange as that sounds, that's precisely what some criminals are trying to find out with a new phishing campaign. If you click on one of their malicious links, the malware takes screenshots of your system. If you're worthy, more malware will be installed to rip you off.

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2. Update Chrome! 3 security upgrades baked into the latest version

Cybercriminals are constantly finding ways to attack your system. One common method is by exploiting vulnerabilities in your browser. That's why it's critical to keep your system up to date. Google just released a Chrome update containing several fixes and improvements. Here's how to get the update.

Tap or click to get the latest Google Chrome update. →

3. Tech with ties to China: What to avoid

More than a third of the world's electronics are produced in China. There's a difference between products made in China and those made by companies with ties to the Communist Chinese government. Here's my advice on what to avoid.

Tap or click for tech security smarts. →

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What you need to know: The latest on cell phone radiation

Did you know your cell phone emits radiation — even when you aren't using it? Here's why, in 60 seconds.

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  5. Username mistakes you’re making that put you at risk online. Tap or click to avoid these five common errors.
 

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Things that were discovered by accident

Things that were discovered by accident

The path of science is often a slow one, taking years of research and effort to bring ideas to life. Every once in a while, luck strikes and something new is suddenly born. And you won't believe it, but some of the most important inventions in history were actually discovered by mistake.

 

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