Josh Kirschner

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FBI Warning: Stop Using These Unsupported Linksys Routers Now

1 week ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

The FBI is warning consumers that aging Linksys routers – many of which are no longer supported with firmware or security updates – are being actively exploited by cybercriminal groups to build proxy networks and launch attacks. According to a FLASH bulletin issued by the Bureau on May 7, 2025, the malware-backed services known as 5Socks and Anyproxy are targeting end-of-life (EOL) routers to install persistent malware and resell access to the compromised devices.
FBI Busts Nigerian Sextortion Ring Behind Teen Suicides

2 weeks ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

When I first wrote about sextortion scams back in 2018, the scheme involved threats based on fake claims: scammers pretending they had compromising videos from hacked webcams, hoping fear would loosen a victim's wallet. As I warned then, the threat has only become more real and more dangerous over time.
They’re Pretending to Be the FBI - And People Are Falling for It

3 weeks ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

Scammers have found a new way to exploit trust in law enforcement – by impersonating the FBI’s own Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). According to a new alert from the FBI, cybercriminals are sending emails or letters claiming to be from IC3, threatening victims with arrest unless they respond to fraudulent complaints or submit sensitive personal data. The ruse is particularly dangerous because IC3 is the official government portal for reporting online crimes.
FTC Says These Text Scams Cost Americans $470M in 2024

1 month ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

Like a lot of people, I get scam texts all the time – phony Amazon fraud alerts, fake USPS delivery notices, even texts from “wrong numbers” that somehow turn flirty or businesslike. As someone who writes about technology for a living, I know how to spot these scams a mile away. But I also know that for many people, especially those who aren't as familiar with tech, these messages can seem legitimate – because that is exactly what they're designed to do.
Tax Refund Missing? FBI Warning You Might Be the Victim of This Scam

1 month ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

The FBI has issued a warning about a surge in tax-related identity theft, with criminals stealing taxpayer identities to file fraudulent returns and claim refunds. While tax fraud is certainly nothing new, this alert comes after more than 1,000 complaints to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) over the past year – a 26% increase from the prior year.
Yarbo Adds Fully Autonomous Trimmer to Its Modular Lawn Care Robot

1 month ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

Yarbo is expanding its all-season, modular yard robot system with the launch of the Yarbo Trimmer, the first fully autonomous edge trimmer designed for consumer use. The new module adds a much-needed finishing touch to the Yarbo ecosystem by handling trimming tasks in areas that the mower can’t easily reach, such as lawn edges, flower beds, and around obstacles. I recently saw the Yarbo Trimmer in action at a demo event and it seems impressive.
How Security Expert Troy Hunt Got Phished-and Why 2FA Didn’t Save Him

1 month ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

This morning, I received a Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) alert about my email address showing up in a breach labeled “Troy Hunt’s Mailchimp List.” My first reaction was disbelief. Troy Hunt – the renowned cybersecurity expert behind HIBP – had just fallen for a phishing scam. It wasn’t a hoax, and it wasn’t some obscure company losing control of its data. This was a respected security researcher, with deep expertise in phishing prevention, acknowledging that he had been successfully targeted.
Think That File Converter Is Safe? The FBI Says Think Again

1 month ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

If you’ve ever searched for a free way to convert a PDF to Word, or combine a few images into a PDF, there’s a good chance you’ve used an online file conversion tool. But according to a recent warning from the FBI, those “free” tools may come at a much higher cost than you bargained for.
TCL Announces Mad Deals on Massive TVs

2 months ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

March Madness is here, and so are some of the biggest TV deals of the year – many at least 50% off. Whether you're gearing up to watch every buzzer-beater or just want a cinematic upgrade, now is the perfect time to score a big-screen TV at a deep discount. If a massive 85-inch display isn’t a slam dunk for your space, TCL’s 65-inch and smaller models are also seeing major price drops.
Sony’s March Madness TV & Soundbar Deals – Here’s What’s Worth Buying

2 months ago | techlicious.com | Josh Kirschner

March Madness is almost here, which means weeks of thrilling buzzer-beaters, unexpected upsets, and nonstop action. If you’re planning to catch every game at home, now is the perfect time to upgrade your setup. Sony is rolling out major discounts on its high-end BRAVIA OLED and Mini LED TVs. In our testing, we've consistently found them to deliver some of the best picture quality out there – natural colors, deep blacks, and crisp contrast that make every play pop.