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Howard Solomon

Currently a freelance writer, I'm the former editor of ITWorldCanada.com and Computing Canada. An IT journalist since 1997, I've written for several of ITWC's sister publications including ITBusiness.ca and Computer Dealer News. Before that I was a staff reporter at the Calgary Herald and the Brampton (Ont.) Daily Times. I can be reached at hsolomon [@] soloreporter.com
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Articles by Howard Solomon

Cyber Security Today: Your digital profile for sale, Windows update trouble and a new twist on an old scam

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Today's podcast looks at why criminals want your digital profile, a Microsoft update problem for some Windows users and a new twist on an old phone scam

Ottawa should impose cyber obligations on banks, says national security expert

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At a hearing on cyber threats to the financial sector Richard Fadden says the federal government has to be firm with banks

Cyber Security Today: Watch for updates for a car app, Windows and more

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Today's podcast looks at security updates now available for the MyCarr app, Windows, Adobe software and two models of TP-Link Wi-Fi routers

Federal privacy commissioner critical of Equifax Canada and its parent over huge breach

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In addition to calling security 'unacceptable.' commissioner is also re-thinking guidance over getting consumer consent for cross-border personal data transfers

How the city of Ottawa was stung by email fraud

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The request to the city treasurer to wire money to a company appeared to come from the city manager. However, it was a scam. Read how it worked

Facebook bans Canadian groups for violating hate policy

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Company lists individuals and groups violating its community standards policy. Meanwhile UK announces proposed regulation of social media companies

Canada ‘very likely’ will be hit by foreign cyber threats before October election: Federal report

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Update by the Communications Security Establishment on threats to Canada's democratic processes. Also, cabinet minister warns social media platforms it wants action from them

Cyber Security Today: Phone scam, tax scams, hackers in plain sight and check your router

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Another telephone computer support phone scam, income tax scams, hackers in plain sight and check your router Welcome to Cyber Security Today. It’s Monday April...
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