Easy Prey Podcast

Being a victim of fraud is, unfortunately, common. And it’s often underreported because victims are ashamed and embarrassed about being victims. Protecting yourself is essential, but so is understanding what steps to take if and when fraud happens to you. These fraud prevention tips can help you be prepared in advance and also know what…

When most people think of cybersecurity, they think of trying to protect digital assets from cybercriminals and hackers. And that’s often accurate. But just because hackers are often the enemy doesn’t mean hacking is always a bad thing. Ethical hacking does exist. And even outside of the hacking itself, the hacker mindset can helpful to…

No matter who you are or how much money you make, financial literacy is important. Knowing how to manage your money properly can help you prioritize what you love and avoid costly financial mistakes. Whether you feel like you already know what you’re doing financially or you’ve just started the journey to do better with…

Scams come in many forms, and they may not always look like scams at first glance. Receiving a package you didn’t order may be strange, but it probably doesn’t sound suspicious. After all, no scammer would give you a free gift – right? But just because you didn’t pay for the product that showed up…

The word today is highly digital and full of cyber risks. Cybersecurity isn’t just for large organizations anymore – it’s for everybody. It’s essential to know how to protect your sensitive data, have backs to restore from, and regularly pentesting to find vulnerabilities. But incident response is also part of your cybersecurity toolbox. And sometimes,…

As we see an increase in cyberattacks, it’s more important than ever for companies to be able to identify and respond to threats. Tools like AI can provide some business automation and help deal with the volume of monitoring most companies require. But human oversight is still essential. See AI, Automation, and the Future of…

The landscape of both technology and cyber threats is constantly changing. That means that cybersecurity and business concerns are constantly changing as well. It’s never been more essential to build a strong security culture in your organization and to stay ahead of threats. The more people and systems involved in your company, the more complex…

Phishing and account breaches have been a problem for years, and it’s not going away. In fact, with the advent of AI, it’s just getting worse. Passwords seem like a logical way to protect our accounts. And while they served our needs in the past, they’re no match for today’s cybercriminal tactics. It’s time for…

The world of online threats is ever-changing. Sophisticated phishing, AI-powered attacks, and more are making it ever harder to keep things safe. Organizations are navigating a wide variety of challenges and an equally wide variety of innovative solutions in working to address threats and be proactive in their online safety and security. Implementing a cybersecurity…

It’s not just identity theft anymore. Criminals have expanded to a whole range of identity crimes. And it’s extremely easy to unintentionally give your private information to a scammer. Even something as simple as calling tech support could put your information in a criminal’s hands. It’s essential to be vigilant about your data. See Identity…

It’s the time of year when people start thinking about New Year resolutions and making changes in their lives. Some of us even put off starting a change we want to make so it can coincide with the new year. But you’ve probably also heard the statistics about how most resolutions fail after just a…

Companies are collecting our data online all the time. Nobody wants to imagine their information is being collected and that companies are profiting from it – especially once you know how much of your data is really going into these companies’ hands. And worse, without the right context, it can be easy to misinterpret this…

Getting a message from a recruiter can seem like a great opportunity. Especially if you’re currently looking for work, it can seem fortunate. But recruiting scams often start out looking legitimate. It’s essential to do your homework, verify sources, and trust your instincts. It can seem frustrating to be so skeptical. But caution can help…

Today’s security threats aren’t just clever hackers and tech-savvy scammers. Social engineering uses the art of “human hacking” to turn our own psychology against us. By establishing trust and building relationships that feel genuine, they can make you more susceptible to their tactics without realizing you’re being manipulated. And tools like social media make their…

Everyone is vulnerable to scams and fraud online, especially if you’re distracted or in a hurry. That includes scam and security experts, too. We’re all at risk. That’s why it’s so important to learn how to identify a scammer online. Building these skills with critical thinking, self-awareness, and habits of healthy skepticism can help protect…

In a world of cybersecurity concerns and online privacy issues, anonymous web surfing seems like an attractive option. Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) are often touted as the one-stop solution for all your digital privacy and anonymity needs. But with many things in technology, it’s not that simple. VPNs are good for some things, but they’re…

Cybersecurity today is more crucial than ever. Attackers and malicious actors are constantly improving and increasing their attacks, and cybersecurity and artificial intelligence make a potentially dangerous combination. No one is immune. So it’s essential to be proactive to safeguard our data and improve our digital defenses. See AI: A Double-Edged Sword for Cybersecurity with…

Fraud and scams are everywhere, and it’s essential to remain alert. Scammers and criminals are exploiting new technology to trick us and steal our money, but the faster we can do things with our money, the more opportunities there are for fraud. There are tools out there that can help us as consumers keep our…

Can you guess the reason the majority of businesses fail? If you guessed “economic downturn” or “poor business decisions,” those are good guesses – but they’re wrong. The majority of businesses fail because of fraud. And many managers and owners don’t realize the problem until the checks start bouncing. If you don’t have systems to…

So much of our communication these days is digital. And with text-based mediums like texting, email, social media, and online chats, we miss out on a lot of cues, like tone and facial expression. This can make it a lot harder for us to identify deception and spot liars and fraudsters. Knowing what signs to…

Many businesses rely on software made by other companies to function. But as the CrowdStrike outage this summer showed, if something happens to those critical software programs, your business could be in huge trouble. And if that issue requires hands-on solutions, it can cause even more delays. It’s essential to make sure your business is…

A lot of things about cybersecurity aren’t easy. From evaluating the value of your digital assets to setting up security that’s not too much or too little, there’s a lot to it. The most challenging part is that you have to get it right 100% of the time to keep criminals out, but the criminals…

Pig butchering and other scams that result in financial loss are often dismissed as “just” a financial crime. But they’re so much more than that. The emotional impact of being scammed is huge. Scammers aren’t just manipulating people and taking their money. They’re draining their finances, stealing financial security, and leaving people feeling violated and…