Listen "Should You Be Concerned About Porn Blackmail Emails?"
Episode Synopsis
Lots of people having been receiving blackmail emails claiming that they've been filmed watching porn. We explain how this scam works. We also talk about the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit apps, Firefox's new DNS scheme, and more.
What Are 32-Bit and 64-Bit Apps, and Why Do They Matter?
Josh's Invisibility Toggler app
Apple responds to Congress' letter on data security and privacy (https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-responds-to-letter-from-congress-on-data-security-and-privacy/)
Apple Response to July 9 Letter (https://www.scribd.com/document/385682086/Apple-Response-to-July-9-Letter#from_embed)
Improving DNS Privacy in Firefox (https://blog.nightly.mozilla.org/2018/06/01/improving-dns-privacy-in-firefox/)
Mozilla's new DNS resolution is dangerous (https://blog.ungleich.ch/en-us/cms/blog/2018/08/04/mozillas-new-dns-resolution-is-dangerous/)
Porn Blackmail Scam Rattles Mac Users: What You Need to Know
';--have i been pwned? (https://haveibeenpwned.com)
Get 60% off Intego's Mac Premium Bundle X9 with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download now and try it for free at intego.com.
Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/integopodcast)
What Are 32-Bit and 64-Bit Apps, and Why Do They Matter?
Josh's Invisibility Toggler app
Apple responds to Congress' letter on data security and privacy (https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-responds-to-letter-from-congress-on-data-security-and-privacy/)
Apple Response to July 9 Letter (https://www.scribd.com/document/385682086/Apple-Response-to-July-9-Letter#from_embed)
Improving DNS Privacy in Firefox (https://blog.nightly.mozilla.org/2018/06/01/improving-dns-privacy-in-firefox/)
Mozilla's new DNS resolution is dangerous (https://blog.ungleich.ch/en-us/cms/blog/2018/08/04/mozillas-new-dns-resolution-is-dangerous/)
Porn Blackmail Scam Rattles Mac Users: What You Need to Know
';--have i been pwned? (https://haveibeenpwned.com)
Get 60% off Intego's Mac Premium Bundle X9 with the code INTEGOPODCAST. Download now and try it for free at intego.com.
Intego Mac Security Podcast Survey: Win a $100 gift card (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/integopodcast)
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