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Malware alert: Frightening sextortion scam is back and spreading faster than ever

Malware alert: Frightening sextortion scam is back and spreading faster than ever

Our inboxes are always full of messages. Subject lines usually make it easy for us to know which emails are junk and which are important, but what if the line is threatening? In the latest sextortion scam, all you have to do is open an email and malware can infect your computer. If you've recently opened a threatening email, it could already be too late.

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These 15 malicious apps hide on your phone, filling it with pop-up ads

These 15 malicious apps hide on your phone, filling it with pop-up ads

This is one scavenger hunt no one wants to go on. Malicious adware apps downloaded from the Google Play Store may be hiding in your Android phone. Once they nestle into your phone’s programming, it becomes difficult to find the offenders. Soon your screen starts filled with annoying pop-up ads, leaving you scrambling to find the bad app. Fear not, we'll help you locate and erase those malicious apps.

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Alert: Mysterious new malware lurking on your Macs

Alert: Mysterious new malware lurking on your Macs

If you thought Macs can't get viruses, you'd better think again. A new type of malware, specifically designed to target Macs, is spreading around the world â€” and most people don't even know it's a virus. It masquerades as a common download, fooling both users and Apple security. If you've noticed your Mac acting funky recently, you might want to run a scan just to be safe.

Click or tap to learn if your Mac could have been infected.

Warning! 250K cars recalled for dangerous backup camera problem

Warning! 250K cars recalled for dangerous backup camera problem

If you own a BMW, Rolls-Royce or Toyota, pay attention. There's a malfunction with the rear camera displays that can lead to a world of hurt. The government is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles and has stated the issue has made the vehicles non-compliant with federal requirements. If your car is on the recall list, don't hesitate. Take your car to the dealership for a free fix.

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The world’s most expensive potatoes

The world’s most expensive potatoes

Potatoes have never really been seen as a luxury food. In fact, they’re among the cheapest vegetables out there. But a specific cultivar of potato from France is so unique and rich in flavor that one pound of the tubers can fetch several hundreds of dollars. Would you pay to taste the world’s most expensive potatoes?

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Cybersecurity tips from a retired FBI agent

Cybersecurity tips from a retired FBI agent

In this episode of Komando On Demand, guest host and renowned attorney Steven Teppler talks to retired FBI special agent Lawrence Wolfenden, a cybersecurity and privacy expert. They dive into electronic privacy issues, as well as what the government can and can't do when it comes to protecting our privacy.

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