If you're paying attention to American media, you might feel like you don't know what and who to believe. Regardless of your political leanings, it is absolutely imperative that you protect your identity in today's world of doxing and punishing people based on their political speech. As an example, political leaders are suggesting that the... Continue Reading →
Post-Election Reminder
If you're involved in politics, or even outspoken about your politics, it's a good idea to make sure your personal information is not available online. In 2020, there are more poor losers, and winners, than ever. This is one more reason to be proactive in taking charge of your data. Be smart about who receives... Continue Reading →
Dangerous Days
The Facebook post above illustrates how many law enforcement families feel right now. Current chaos in this country magnifies the danger they face every day to enforce the rule of law in America. It's critical that our personal information not be available to anyone who wants to make their point (whatever it is) in person... Continue Reading →
“Experience and Money,” The Hacker Said
Websites that register members, accept donations, and other ways that take personal information put our security at risk if they are hacked. The most current headline regarding these hacks involved the FBI Academy Association's websites. When this story was shared online, commenters mistakenly assumed the hack was an FBI website and that the hackers achieved... Continue Reading →
DC Doxing Update
In a previous post, I shared articles about an angry Congressional staffer who posted PII of conservative Senators and their families online. This week, he pleaded guilty to five federal charges and faces some serious and well-deserved jail time. This young man was angry about a Supreme Court nominee and retaliated against the Senators who... Continue Reading →
Doxing is not what I thought
While searching around the interwebs, I have learned a few new terms. One can also learn them following current events. This story comes out amid the hundreds of headlines about a new Supreme Court nominee. To most, it seems unimportant, compared to the hanging lib/con balance on the highest Court in our country. It seems... Continue Reading →
When A Stranger Decides To Destroy Your Life- from Gizmodo
When A Stranger Decides To Destroy Your Life In today's world of public comment and conversation in social media, it definitely pays NOT to use your correct name in your online profiles. Many people like Monika Glennon have careers and work for companies that post their names and photos in marketing campaigns. In the last... Continue Reading →