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New Ways Personal Data Can be at Risk

Posted: September 28, 2015
[caption id="attachment_12453" align="alignright" width="433"] Image from pcworld.com[/caption] With new technology, there are new risks for security threats. The danger of having personal information stolen is no longer limited to the most commonly known breaches. Be aware of these new ways personal data is at risk, in order to better protect yourself.
Nick Mediati, writer for PC World, shares what new technologies bring new risk for personal data breaches.

10 weird and wild cutting-edge security threats

New tech, new bugs, new headaches
When you think of security vulnerabilities, the first thing that likely comes to your mind are flaws in Windows or apps like Adobe Reader that let hackers wreak havoc on your PC. But computers are everywhere these days, and with more computers come more security headaches. Join us as we look at ten hacks and vulnerabilities that take threats to the next level. Somehow, things have gotten even crazier since our last look at shocking security exploits.
Hackers crack the car
In-car navigation and infotainment systems can deeply improve the driving experience, but they can also open up your car to security issues that you might never have imagined. Case in point: In July, security researchers Charlie Miller and Chris Valasek managed to control a Jeep Cherokee’s acceleration and braking—among other things—via the Internet.
Read the entire article 10 Weird and Wild Cutting Edge Security Threats on PC World.