cybersecurity

A leak of PIN numbers showed that a surprising amount of people are using the same PIN.

When too many people use the same simple PIN number to access ATMs, it makes a bigger potential target for cybercrime.
February 2, 2026 Peter Kinney
Where Debit Fails

Places You Should Absolutely Never Use Your Debit Card, According to Experts In Fraud Prevention

Using a debit card feels safe during ordinary errands, until a normal swipe sparks panic. Familiar places lower your guard while the balances freeze unexpectedly, and the shock isn’t just losing money, but realizing access can vanish instantly.
January 29, 2026 Marlon Wright

When the Colonial Pipeline ransomware attack disrupted US fuel supplies, it exposed the vulnerability of modern infrastructure.

The ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline disrupted fuel supplies on the East Coast in a major wake-up call for infrastructure cyber security.
October 29, 2025 Sasha Wren

My sister and I are set to inherit $270K in Bitcoin from our dad, but he left no password information to his account. Now what?

Inheriting cryptocurrency without access credentials is an extremely difficult challenge. However, you still have options to explore.
September 8, 2025 Miles Rook

My cousin convinced me to invest in crypto “together,” then vanished with the wallet password. Do I have any legal ground?

Crypto horror stories aren’t just for strangers on Reddit—they can happen in your own family. One moment you’re laughing over coffee while talking about “getting in early” on the next big coin, and the next you’re left staring at a wallet login screen you can’t access. So, what now?
August 25, 2025 Peter Kinney

An HR employee at my old job was just charged with identity theft as part of a major fraud ring. What can I do to confirm my info hasn't been stolen?

If someone who had access to your personal information has been charged with identity theft, it’s critical to act quickly to protect yourself. Here's what you can do.
May 26, 2025 Carl Wyndham