What is Polymorphic and Metamorphic Malware?
April 17, 2025
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) and deep learning models have already begun affecting the world. These technologies range from wildfire management systems to smart glasses for people with hearing impairments to apps that transform your photos into Renaissance portraits.
AI can help with essay creation, data crunching ... or malware code to take down your computer networks.
Yes,...
Prepare For The Chance of Wildfire
April 12, 2025
Dry periods with little rainfall can make brush, grass and trees more susceptible to burning. High winds can rapidly spread and quickly increase the size of a fire. When a wildfire strikes, it can destroy homes, businesses, infrastructure and entire communities.
Is there anything you can do to protect your home from a potential wildfire? The...
10 Items to Always Keep In Your Vehicle
March 27, 2025
Going for a winter drive can be a lot of fun, but that isn’t always the case. Whether your vehicle breaks down or you end up off the road due to winter conditions, you can prepare yourself by keeping some essential supplies with you in the vehicle to utilize in a time of need.
Below is...
8 Invaluable Services You Get from Using an Insurance Broker
March 5, 2025
Unlike an insurance agent, an insurance broker doesn’t work for one particular company. Instead, they offer many different insurance products so you can find the right plan for you, your family or your business.
An insurance broker also provides comprehensive services related to your insurance policies. Brokers often offer the following services in addition to finding...
Your Vehicle May Be at Risk for a Cyberattack
February 21, 2025
You’ve seen the reports: Hackers remotely take over a moving vehicle or exploit a key fob to enter and steal an electric car. Many high-profile auto hacks have proven that cybersecurity vulnerabilities exist within the industry.
Modern cars operate on computer networks. Even the most basic gas-powered models use dozens of semiconductor chips. Emerging cellular networks...
Risk of Smart Devices in Your Home
January 30, 2025
Smart devices, from voice-activated assistants to smart bulbs and thermostats, are becoming more and more prevalent in our homes. While these devices offer convenience and more control over your home, they can leave you at risk for privacy and security issues.
Before you invest in the latest smart oven or dishwasher, learn how the connectivity of...
8 Important Safety Tips When Using a Wood Burning Stove
December 18, 2024
Did You Know?
The largest source of fire in Canadian homes comes from fuel burning appliances. The main causes of fire include: inadequate clearance between the wood burner and walls, floors and furniture; creosote buildup in the chimney; poorly or improperly installed chimneys and improper installation of the wood burner itself.
Wood Burning Stove Safety
Use these tips...
Travelers, Beware of Juice Jacking at Public Charging Stations
November 22, 2024
A public charging station is a welcome convenience when your device’s battery is running low. Airports, rest stops, hotels and malls usually have places to charge your devices. But cybercriminals know about these amenities, too.
Criminals can load malware onto public USB charging stations. They can also install skimming devices, similar to card readers. Skimming devices...
7 Ways to Help Prevent Ice Dams
November 5, 2024
Did You Know?
Ice dams are caused when melted snow re-freezes after uneven heat loss from your home. This causes the roof to warm above freezing temperature, allowing snow to melt and then re-freeze before it reaches the roof’s edge. If this cycle repeats consistently, an ice dam forms and water collects behind it. Above all, ice...
