Robert Siciliano

Security Analyst at Safr.me

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Bio Security analyst, published author, television news correspondent. Deliver presentations throughout the United States, Canada and internationally on identity theft protection and personal security. Work with Fortune 1000, IT and startups. Launching, branding, messaging, representation, m&a facili Career History Appear in print, radio and televised media, on Today Show, CBS Early Show, CNN, MSNBC, FOX, CNBC, E!THSi, Inside Edition, Tyra, Montel, Maury, Howard Stern, USA Today, Forbes, Cosmo, Good Housekeeping, Readers Digest, Consumer Digest, Smart Money, NY Times, NY Post, BOS Globe, LA Times, Wash Times,

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Surf Safely: Armoring Your Digital Life on Public Wi-Fi Waves

10 Apr 2024

Protecting one’s data and devices on public Wi-Fi goes beyond protecting oneself on just the Wi-Fi aspect. Cyber security is holistic in its nature, meaning the devices hardware, software, and various forms of access control all need consideration. I hear all the time that criminal hackers are so “sophisticated”. I suppose they are, but what they r...

12 of the Nastiest Tax Scams and How to Prevent Them

05 Apr 2024

Lets agree on this: Most of what’s written below will NEVER happen to you. Why? Because you are a subscriber to this newsletter and your propensity to consume security related content keeps you current on fraud prevention tactics. So, this means you have a responsibility as a security conscious citizen to spread the prevention message below and mak...

TOP 10 Vital Strategies for Healthcare (or ANY) Organizations to Prevent Ransomware Attacks

06 Mar 2024

Change Healthcare, a major U.S. healthcare company, reportedly paid $22 million to the BlackCat ransomware group after a cyberattack disrupted services nationwide. However, the cybercriminal who facilitated the attack claims they were cheated out of their share of the ransom, leaving sensitive data intact. According to researchers, a hacker forum ...

The Top 10 Tax Scams of 2024

22 Feb 2024

1. Phishing Scams: Cybercriminals send fake emails or create fake websites pretending to be from the IRS or tax preparation companies. They often request personal information, such as Social Security numbers or financial details, which they then use for identity theft or fraudulent tax filings. 2. Identity Theft: This scam involves stealing someon...

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ATM Skimming rising, again

I don't use a debit card at all. It's a personal choice. An ATM card can't be used for anything but an ATM transaction or to identify the customer at the teller window. A debit card is one more variable to be concerned about.

09 Jul 2015 Reply Read article

ATM Skimming rising, again

"Advising customers to use Credit Cards for Cash Advances - which often attract a fee and a higher interest rate if the balance revolves isn't such a smart move" No. You must have read a different article. Nothing in this article says anything in regards to your statement.

09 Jul 2015 Reply Read article

If You use these Passwords, You will get hacked

Use a password manager or a memorable phrase.

23 Jan 2015 Reply Read article

The Role of Antivirus Software

Agreed. But this post isn't about the Stuxnets. Generally, most devices connected to the internet are consumer. For them, AV is essential. Including Android mobiles. The majority of infections aren't designed to shut down AV and AV will prevent most of them.

17 Aug 2014 Reply Read article