It is tax season, which means it is also “Tax Scam Season.” While we all know to avoid phishing emails claiming to be the IRS (pro tip: the IRS never emails you), there is a more sophisticated threat: Stolen Identity Refund Fraud. This occurs when an attacker uses your Social Security Number (SSN)—likely stolen in…
To My Fellow California Business Owners, Navigating the complexities of running a small business is challenging enough without adding the ever-evolving landscape of data privacy into the mix. As your neighbor and cybersecurity partner at CK Cybersecurity, I want to cut through the noise and offer some straightforward, actionable advice to help you protect your…
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the annual rush of online shopping, deal-hunting, and digital gift-giving. As we search for the perfect gifts, cybercriminals are searching for their next target. This year, don’t let a scammer steal your holiday cheer. The key to staying safe is to treat your personal information…
As 2025 draws to a close, it’s time to look back at the cyber landscape. This year wasn’t just about more threats; it was about smarter, more targeted attacks. While the headlines focused on massive data dumps and ransomware payments, the real stories are in the how and why. If we learn from the major…
‘Tis the season for new gadgets. Whether it’s a smart TV, a new connected speaker, a security camera, or a “smart” appliance, these devices (part of the “Internet of Things” or IoT) are popular gifts. But this excitement comes with a risk. IoT devices are notoriously insecure, and a single “hacked” device can give an…