BlackCloak is pleased to announce we will soon be releasing an updated version of the mobile app. The revamped app will be fully redesigned from the ground up, and will include improved visibility on how BlackCloak protects you and your loved ones, simplified management of your homes as we conduct scans of your networks and email addresses that we monitor on the dark web, which makes it easier to proactively reduce risk. BlackCloak is also adding enhanced capabilities to our VPN service to protect your communications while traveling and working remotely. Stay tuned for more information.

News Worth Noting:

• FTC: Americans Lost $8.8 Billion to Scams in 2022 - The Identity Theft Resource Center released its 2022 Data Breach Report. The ITRC found that while the total number of reported data breaches was down from a record high in 2021, the number of data breach victims rose 41.5% in 2022 to 422.1 million.

• Data Belonging to 20 Million TruthFinder, Instant CheckMate Users Leaked - The personal data belonging to 20 million TruthFinder and Instant Checkmate users has been leaked on a hacking forum.

• Twitter Ending SMS Dual Factor Authentication for Non-Blue Members - Starting March 20th, Twitter will no longer support SMS dual factor authentication for users who do not pay for a Twitter Blue subscription.

Combating Card Skimming

In this on-demand webinar, learn how to protect yourself from card and e-skimming.

How to Use Google Authenticator, Authy

Our second on-demand webinar will show you how to use the Google Authenticator and Authy apps.

Why Twitter and Meta's Paid Verification System Matters

Twitter and Meta have recently announced the rollout of paid verification systems for their platforms. The new Twitter and Meta paid verification systems are designed to help users verify their accounts and gain access to exclusive features. Learn why these paid verification systems can be beneficial to those who use them.

Why the Cyber Community is Sending the Wrong Message About Password Management

Following recent data breaches affecting LastPass and Norton, BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explores the cybersecurity industry's response to these incidents, and why their messaging following these breaches isn't the right path to take.

"Swatting" Threats Continue to Surge

In an interview with SC Media, BlackCloak Founder and CEO Dr. Chris Pierson explains the recent trend of "swatting" attacks targeting executives and board members, and shares tips on how to get ahead of the situation.

BlackCloak on the Road

BlackCloak is attending events in Tampa, Columbus and San Francisco this spring. If you or your colleagues are attending any of these events, please visit us and say hi.

• T3 Advisor Conference - Tampa: March 13-16
• Central Ohio ISSA - Columbus: April 20-21
• RSA Conference 2023 - San Francisco: April 24-27