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<\/a><\/p>\niOS 7 Premieres Some Nifty New Security Features<\/a><\/p>\n The Apple iOS 7 premiered at the World Wide Developers Conference this past month, boasting new, heightened security features. Owners will no longer need to fear data theft thanks to the introduction of new features like Activation Lock\u00a0and iCloud Keychain, which help prevent factory resets and\u00a0encrypt sensitive data<\/a>\u00a0like passwords or credit card numbers, respectively.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n How to Fight Rootkits<\/a><\/p>\n Rootkits are sneaky forms of malware that have the ability to hide themselves on your computer for months or sometimes even years without your knowledge. \u00a0Although they are hard to detect, there are measures you can take to ensure your safety. Always keep yourself secure by using\u00a0anti virus software<\/a>, and be sure it\u2019s assigned to monitor critical system files on a low level, catching malware trying to modify the hard drive, and that it\u2019s removing 100% of rootkit components.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Stay Safe When Arranging Your Vacation<\/a><\/p>\n Are you looking to book a summer vacation? If so, be on the lookout for cybercriminals looking to prey upon travel enthusiasts with \u201cmalicious traveler\u201d campaigns this season. Before giving your credit card number to a travel site, make sure it\u2019s safe by following simple steps like: use only popular, reputable travel websites, avoid offers from unknown sources and double check your confirmation details. There are many fraudulent sites and offers out there, but remaining vigilant and using common sense before charging a vacation should\u00a0keep you safe<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n 21st Century Passwords<\/a><\/p>\n You\u2019ve heard it before, and you\u2019ll hear it again; when\u00a0accessing accounts online<\/a>, it\u2019s imperative that you use strong passwords to protect your data. \u00a0The majority of web services today require passwords for access, but by using long, more complex combinations that are unique to each site you log into, you\u2019ll make it more difficult for attackers to breach your accounts.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n What is an Exploit?<\/a><\/p>\n You may have heard the term exploit when talking about Internet security, but do you really know what it means? In basic terms, it\u2019s the method through which attackers hone in on vulnerabilities to carry out strikes against their victims. If we\u2019re being honest, vulnerabilities will always be around, but with the combination of\u00a0a strong antivirus product<\/a>\u00a0and the utilization of smart Internet browsing tactics, you will be less susceptible to an attack.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n