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Browser extensions are software too: A security checklist for business PCs

Browser extensions are treated as convenient add-ons rather than what they actually are: software installed on a business computer with significant access to network traffic, browsing data, and, in some cases, stored credentials. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has explicitly noted that browser extensions can carry high privilege levels and introduce substantial security… Continue reading Browser extensions are software too: A security checklist for business PCs

How to audit and manage browser extensions before they become a security problem

A browser extension with permission to read and change all your data on every website has roughly the same access to your activity as the browser itself. For individual users, that might be an acceptable tradeoff for a useful tool. For a business PC, it is an access level that deserves the same scrutiny as… Continue reading How to audit and manage browser extensions before they become a security problem

The security risk hiding in your browser’s extension bar

Most businesses carefully manage which software gets installed on company computers. Fewer apply the same discipline to browser extensions, even though extensions often carry permissions that rival those of traditional installed applications. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) guidance on web browser security calls out extensions specifically as a source of elevated risk. This… Continue reading The security risk hiding in your browser’s extension bar

The padlock icon, spoofed websites, and how to browse more safely at work and at home

Browser security has improved considerably over the past decade, but the threats have kept pace. Among the measures designed to make online activity safer, HTTPS is one of the most important — and one of the most misunderstood. Understanding how HTTPS works, how attackers manipulate it, and what habits genuinely reduce your exposure online is… Continue reading The padlock icon, spoofed websites, and how to browse more safely at work and at home

HTTPS, safe browsing, and what the padlock in your browser actually means

Most people have noticed the padlock symbol in a browser’s address bar, but few understand what it actually signals. It is not a general endorsement that a website is safe. It is a specific technical indicator: the connection between your browser and that website is encrypted. Understanding what that means, and where it reaches its… Continue reading HTTPS, safe browsing, and what the padlock in your browser actually means

Understanding what HTTPS does and doesn’t protect

HTTPS has become the baseline security standard for websites, and browsers now flag sites that don’t use it as potentially unsafe. But the presence of HTTPS is not a guarantee that a site is trustworthy. Knowing what it protects and what it doesn’t is more useful than simply looking for the padlock and proceeding. What… Continue reading Understanding what HTTPS does and doesn’t protect

Tips for protecting your computer from browser threats

Every time your employees browse the web — whether searching on Google or accessing work applications — they face potential cyberthreats like phishing scams and malware. These risks not only compromise company data but also put employees at risk. As a business owner, it’s essential to implement proactive measures to ensure secure browsing across your… Continue reading Tips for protecting your computer from browser threats

Keep your web browser secure with these easy tips

Your employees interact with the internet daily, whether conducting searches or using work applications, making them susceptible to cyberthreats like phishing and malware. These risks can have serious consequences for your business and workforce, and they make prioritizing cybersecurity measures for safer browsing crucial. Install ad blocking software Even though online ads may seem harmless,… Continue reading Keep your web browser secure with these easy tips

A quick guide to defending against browser security threats

From simple Google searches to accessing online work platforms, employees encounter various cyberthreats, including phishing attacks and malware. These vulnerabilities can jeopardize both sensitive business data and employee safety. To protect your organization, you must take strategic steps to promote secure browsing practices among your employees. Install ad blocking software Even though online ads may… Continue reading A quick guide to defending against browser security threats

How to defend against browser security threats

Whether your employees are simply searching on Google or accessing online work applications, they’re vulnerable to all sorts of cyberthreats, such as phishing scams and malware. This could endanger your company data and your employees themselves. Therefore, as a business owner, you need to take steps toward helping your employees browse safely. Install ad blocking… Continue reading How to defend against browser security threats