PirateFi, a Steam game, was found spreading Vidar malware, stealing user data. Steam removed it, but gamers must take urgent security steps.

It doesn’t matter whether your organization is a huge multinational business enterprise or a one-person operation. At some point, your computer networks and systems will be attacked by someone with criminal intent. Cybersecurity attacks, in all their various forms, are inevitable and relentless. This quick glossary, written by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, explains …

Help protect your employees and customers from identity theft. This customizable policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, outlines precautions for reducing risk, signs to watch out for, and steps to take if you suspect identity theft has occurred. While such misfortune may not be 100% preventable for everyone who follows these guidelines (since …

Mobile devices are a way of life in both the consumer and business realms — and business interests must be protected where the two converge. This customizable policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, provides guidelines for the safe and productive use of mobile devices (laptop computers, tablets, smartphones, etc.) by employees. It includes …

Taking a coordinated security approach is one way to leave no loopholes. By this, we are referring to a cybersecurity architecture that comprises a team and security components working together in sync to provide more effective security operations as opposed to the usual fragmented approach, which often leaves businesses without a coordinated response to threats. …

Malware is an insidious infection that will steal productivity from your enterprise and potentially wreak havoc on your network. To prevent and counteract malware, it’s important to know the terminology surrounding it. This list of terms, written by Mark W. Kaelin for TechRepublic Premium, will help you grasp the vocabulary that describes malware and the …

Phishing attacks are one of the most common types of data breach attempts, with 3.4 billion phishing emails being sent every single day, according to Splunk. Furthermore, 80% of organizations globally have reported phishing attempts that target their employees, proving just how widespread these attacks are. The rise of ChatGPT and similar generative AI tools …

Linux is a powerful and customizable operating system that has been the backbone of many businesses for decades. This policy, written by Scott Matteson for TechRepublic Premium, provides guidelines for securing Linux on company computers and computers used to conduct company business. It assumes administrative knowledge of Linux servers and/or workstation environments. Featured text from …

Cyber threats are getting smarter, and businesses can’t afford to fall behind. This TechnologyAdvice Industry Trend Report, sponsored by Check Point Software, explores the biggest security challenges of 2025—from the explosion of AI adoption to the critical importance of Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA). With breaches on the rise and ransomware payouts hitting record highs, organizations …

As the health industry continues to modernize and digitally transform — driving growth among healthcare providers and diversifying its supply chain and partners — complying with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act becomes fundamental for the sector to safeguard health operations, PHI, individual rights, and mitigate and respond to breaches and incidents. This policy, …