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CyberLifeCoach Substack provides expert insights on cybersecurity, privacy, and digital self-defense, empowering readers with practical strategies to stay secure online.
A couple lost $180K after attackers took over their brokerage account. These takeovers are rising fast, but a few security changes can stop most of them. I break down what happened and how to protect your accounts. Read here:
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#cybersecurity #infosec #finance #mfa #privacy
The $180,000 Lesson: How One Brokerage Account Takeover Happened, and How To Stop The Next One
When convenience meets money, attackers pay attention
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November 10, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Millions were silently tracked by Chrome & Edge extensions. These “sleeper” add-ons captured browsing habits + redirected users to phishing sites. I break down what happened + how to secure your browser today.
👉https://tinyurl.com/mr3pcm9k

#Cybersecurity
#Privacy
#DataProtection
#OnlineSafety
November 7, 2025 at 8:02 PM
750+ data brokers are selling your data. Manual removal fails. We compare the top automated tools: DeleteMe (750+ coverage), Optery (Free Scan), & Incogni (Budget). Get private: shorturl.at/bVs06

#privacy #tech #cybersecurity #dataprivacy #digitalfootprint #infosec #dataremoval #databrokers
🧹 Comparing the Best Tools to Remove Your Data from Broker Sites
A practical breakdown to help you clean up your online footprint
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November 6, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Stop stressing over “complex” passwords. Length wins.
A strong, memorable passphrase protects you better than P@ssw0rd! ever will.
I break down how to upgrade your security simply + quickly:
Read it here👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#cybersecurity #privacy #PasswordSecurity #Passphrases
🔑 Unlocking Security: Passwords vs. Passphrases and the Battle for Your Digital Life
Length Trumps Complexity: Why Your Five Random Words Beat Your P@ssw0rd!
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November 3, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Phishing wave impersonating 1Password Watchtower alerts. If you get a “breach” email, don’t click. Open the 1Password app and check Watchtower there. Hardware security keys stop this attack entirely.

👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...
#cybersecurity #privacy #1Password #phishing #YubicoKeys
Phishing Alert: Fake 1Password “Breach” Emails and how to stay safe
Criminals are impersonating 1Password’s Watchtower alerts. Here’s what you need to know and how to protect your vault.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Trying to figure out which privacy service to use for masked emails, phone numbers, or virtual cards?
See my comparison: MySudo vs. Cloaked vs. IronVest.
Simple. Start with free tiers.
👉:
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#privacy #infosec #cyberlife
MySudo vs. Cloaked vs. IronVest
Updated costs, features, and which ones offer a free option
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October 29, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Quantum computing is coming, but your logins can stay safe.
My new Substack post explains how Yubico’s roadmap brings passkeys into the post-quantum era and what steps you can take today.
Read more 👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Cybersecurity #Passkeys #InfoSec #cybersecuritytips
Post-Quantum Passkeys: A Practical Guide to What's Coming (and What to Do Now)
Stronger sign-ins today, safe encryption tomorrow
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October 24, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Your home privacy plan can be simple. Spot what matters, see how it could be exposed, take one smart step today. My new guide shows the moves that reduce risk fast. Read it 👉
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To go further, access the simple threat-model tool via the link in my article!
#cybertips
Threat Modeling at Home: A Simple Way to Keep Your Digital Life Safer
A friendly, step-by-step guide for regular people who care about privacy
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October 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
🚫 Search hijacking isn’t just annoying—it’s dangerous.
Fake extensions and redirects can steal your data or control your browser.

Learn how to spot and stop it in my latest article:
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#CyberSecurityTips #Privacy #CyberLifeCoach #InfoSec
🚫 Search Hijacking in 2025: How to Spot It and Stop It
Your browser isn't broken, it's been hijacked.
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October 20, 2025 at 9:18 PM
✈️ Travelers, journalists, and privacy pros: meet Qubes OS, the system that isolates every app like a digital fortress.
It’s how you open risky files safely even on hotel Wi-Fi.
Read my latest Substack post👇
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Privacy #QubesOS #CybersecurityTips #CyberLifeCoach
Qubes OS: The Privacy-Focused Operating System Every Security-Conscious Person Should Know About
An ultra-secure OS built for people who can’t afford to make mistakes
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October 17, 2025 at 11:26 PM
Your “Report Junk” tap does more than delete spam, it helps Apple, Google, and your carrier block future scams for everyone.
I explain how 7726 reports power real defenses in my latest Substack article.
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Privacy #CyberLifeCoach #CybersecurityTips #Infosec
Reporting Spam Calls and Texts: What Really Happens When You Tap "Report Junk"
A practical guide to how Apple, Google, and your carrier actually use your reports
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October 15, 2025 at 5:34 PM
💸 Cybercrime’s global cost is soaring and projected to hit $23 trillion by 2027.
From phishing to ransomware, no one’s immune.
I break down the threats and how to fight back in my latest Substack article.
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Cybersecurity #Privacy #CyberLifeCoach #CybersecurityTips
🌐 Cybercrime's Soaring Costs: Navigating the Digital Threat Landscape
One global shockwave of financial loss
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October 13, 2025 at 8:11 PM
📶 One call to your carrier could give hackers your entire digital life.
SIM swapping lets attackers hijack your number, intercept 2FA codes, and drain your accounts.

Learn how to stop it before it starts👇
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...
#Privacy #CyberSecurity #SIMSwap #infosec #cyberlifecoach
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October 12, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Phishing emails fool millions daily but the header never lies.

🧩 My new free tool reveals hidden sender clues and runs entirely in your browser.
Learn how to spot scams like a pro in my latest Substack post:
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#EmailSecurity #CyberLifeCoach #Phishing #Infosec
🧩 The Email Header Analyzer: Exposing Hidden Clues Behind Every Message
Born from a real phishing attempt, and now available on CyberLifeCoach.pro
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October 11, 2025 at 4:53 PM
🔐 Most Android phones can encrypt your web lookups—but few people enable it.
Private DNS stops ISPs & Wi-Fi networks from snooping. It takes 60 seconds to set up.

Learn how on Substack 👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Privacy #Android #CyberLifeCoach #PrivateDNS #Infosec #Cybersecurity
Android's Private DNS: A Low Effort Win for Real World Privacy
Make your phone stop whispering your browsing habits to the network
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October 9, 2025 at 12:21 AM
🚨 Got a “PayPal” email that looked 100% real?
It might be a callback scam hiding behind legit servers.
Learn how I caught one before it fooled me — and how you can too.
🔗 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#CyberSecurity #Phishing #PayPal #EmailSecurity #OnlineSafety #PayPalScam #CyberLifeCoach
🎯 Phishing by Proxy: How I Caught a Fake PayPal Payment Alert Before It Hooked Me
A real-looking scam hiding in plain sight
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October 6, 2025 at 5:27 PM
🚨 Man-in-the-Middle attacks have more tricks than most people realize.
From fake Wi-Fi to hijacked internet routes, attackers can silently slip between you and the sites you trust.
Learn how to spot and stop them.
👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...
#CyberSecurity #Privacy #MITM #OnlineSafety
Man-in-the-Middle Attacks: A Full Guide to How They Work and How to Stay Safe
From fake Wi-Fi to hijacked internet routes, here's how to spot and stop MITM attacks before they hit you
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October 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Hackers hit pharma firm Inotiv, stealing 176GB of sensitive data and disrupting research. This is more than IT downtime—it’s a threat to medical progress. Learn what happened and how orgs can reduce risk 👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...
#Cybersecurity #Healthcare #Pharma #Ransomware #Infosec
When Pharma Innovation Meets an Unexpected Crisis
A fresh perspective on why this matters
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October 3, 2025 at 5:32 PM
Anonymity online is more than using Tor. Hidden metadata and device fingerprints can reveal your identity. My Substack guide explains how to sanitize files, protect your privacy, and share safely. 👉 Learn the steps here: open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Privacy #Infosec #Anonymity #Identity
Complete Guide to Anonymous Posting
A comprehensive guide to file sanitization, operational security, and safe public disclosure
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October 2, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Incoming Deadlines and Requirements for DOJ’s Data Security Program on Oct. 6, 2025

Cybersecurity month starts with a critical compliance date for the Department of Justice (DOJ)’s Data Security Program (DSP). Starting on Oct. 6, any U.S. person or company handling Americans’ bulk sensitive or…
Incoming Deadlines and Requirements for DOJ’s Data Security Program on Oct. 6, 2025
Cybersecurity month starts with a critical compliance date for the Department of Justice (DOJ)’s Data Security Program (DSP). Starting on Oct. 6, any U.S. person or company handling Americans’ bulk sensitive or personal data or U.S. government-related data must implement a written data compliance program that lays out specified due diligence, audit, reporting, and recordkeeping processes for covered data transactions. Continue reading the full GT Alert.
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October 2, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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Unfortunately, it's how privacy works :( timsh.org/tracking-mys...
Everyone knows your location
How I tracked myself down using leaked location data in the in-app ads, and what I found along the way.
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February 12, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Paragon’s Graphite spyware just hacked EU journalists via zero-click attacks on iPhones. My Substack explains what this means for press freedom and how to protect yourself.

Read here 👉 open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#Spyware #Privacy #Cybersecurity #Journalism #DigitalRights
📱 When Spyware Hits Home: Paragon's Sneaky Hacks on European Journalists
New forensic proof sparks alarm over commercial spyware's unchecked reach
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September 29, 2025 at 5:48 PM
A resilient nomad financial stack blends stability (Schwab), agility (Wise), and a safety net (Credit Unions). Stop relying on one bank! Get the full blueprint in the Definitive Financial Playbook for Digital Nomads.
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The Definitive Financial Playbook for Digital Nomads: Best Banks, Credit Unions & Credit Cards
Part I: The Nomad's Financial Foundation
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September 28, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Zero Day Quest 2025: $1.6 million awarded for vulnerability research

This month, the Microsoft Security Response Center recently welcomed some of the world’s most talented security researchers at Microsoft’s Zero Day Quest, the largest live hacking competition of its kind. The inaugural event…
Zero Day Quest 2025: $1.6 million awarded for vulnerability research
This month, the Microsoft Security Response Center recently welcomed some of the world’s most talented security researchers at Microsoft’s Zero Day Quest, the largest live hacking competition of its kind. The inaugural event challenged the security community to focus on the highest-impact security scenarios for Copilot and Cloud with up to $4 million in potential awards.
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September 27, 2025 at 7:31 PM
Scammers are injecting fake support numbers into real websites. Victims think they call trusted brands but reach fraudsters. Learn the red flags and tools that keep you safe.
👉Full article here: open.substack.com/pub/cyberlif...

#CyberSecurity #Privacy #OnlineScams #FraudAlert #Phishing
Hijacked Help: How Scammers Are Turning Trusted Websites Against You
A fake support number on a real website? It's not a glitch-it's a growing scam.
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September 26, 2025 at 5:49 PM