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In this forum, cyber-conscious individuals come together to ask questions and discuss the dangers of cyberattacks, breaches, and malware, as well as developments in cybersecurity, VPNs, and threat intelligence.
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Multiple VPN use and data security.
Quick question for you guys. Does anyone know if using multiple VPNs on different browsers at the same time can leave me more exposed to potential ransomware and malware attacks?Asked 9 months ago
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Do VPNs store data?
Hi everyone. Work has introduced a new working from home policy allowing us to work from our personal computers but we must use a VPN. I'm a bit worried that the data will be recorded and stored leading to potential ransomware attacks in the future. Does anyone know if a VPN can store my personal data? Cheers. Asked 9 months ago
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Which web browsers work best with VPNs and ransomware prevention?
Hey guys, bought a new laptop recently. Tossing it up between Chrome and Firefox as far as web browsers go. I'm definitely going to be using a VPN as well. Which one is the more VPN friendly of the two and which is better at preventing ransomware attacks?Asked 9 months ago
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Can ransomware spread through a VPN?
Good day to everyone. Long story short my son has been staying with me for a while and I noticed he installed something called a VPN on my computer. Three days ago I got an SMS message from a number I've never seen before asking me to click on a link. I suspect it is something malicious and the two are linked. Is it possible that the two are linked and I'm getting these messages from this VPN thing?Asked 9 months ago
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Is it worth paying for a VPN to prevent ransomware spam?
Hi everyone, I currently use a free VPN which was going fine until recently I've noticed that some e-mails are bypassing my spam inbox. For those of you that have purchased VPNs, are they better at filtering out and preventing ransomware spam from reaching the main inbox?Asked 9 months ago
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What is the best way to avoid ransomware while using VPN on a public network?
Hello all, got a letter of approval from the council today regarding renovations on the building I'm living in. I expect I'll be working out of home quite a bit using local networks at public libraries/cafes and such. Anyone know if VPN security differs on public networks compared to private ones? I really don't want to end up downloading ransomware or something similar. Thanks in advance. Asked 9 months ago
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Which ransomware can be reverse engineered?
Hi everyone, does anyone here have experience with reverse engineering code, particularly to do with ransomware? My daughter has taken up an internet security course and I'd like to help out by setting up some tasks for her to do. Cheers. Asked 9 months ago
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Phone stolen, keep getting ransomware spam.
Hey everyone, about a week ago my phone was stolen. Since then I've noticed I keep getting emails and pop ups which are obviously spam/ransomware. Anyone know of a way to reduce the amount of spam I'm getting? I'm thinking of using a VPN for a while but I'm not sure if that would help? Cheers. Asked 9 months ago
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Son downloaded ransomware on macOS. How to get rid of?
Hi everyone, last night my son managed to find his way onto my computer and download ransomware while I had my VPN turned off. The ransomware in question is Cryptolocker. Anyone have any ideas as to how I can go about getting rid of it? Cheers. Asked 9 months ago
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How often should I change me VPN password?
Hey guys, how often do you change your VPN passwords? I've always done mine only once a year but with the recent cyber attacks going on I think It might be good to do it more often but I'm not sure if its needed?Asked 9 months ago
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