Took all day. It was a big one this round: 3 computers, 2 phones, and I had to completely replace my router.
Another breach. All this security nonsense I blog is not without consequence.
Files go missing, my calendar is altered, a 4-star American General friends me on an unpublished Skype account, a fake POF account created to an email I haven’t posted online, my webcam turns on by itself, I am terrified of March 19th. That’s not even the highlight reel.
It frequently bleeds into my real life, too… my credit card has been compromised so often, the bank no longer blinks. I haven’t banked online since 2008. The mail I receive is wacked. Ever wonder why you no longer see me wearing a Bluetooth headset? And what’s the thing about Bluetooth? That its range is 30 feet. Think that through.
For sure I’m more organized and prepared for this than you, and still, to clean up took 9 hours focused like a laser beam.
What’s your plan is this happens to you,
what’s your disaster strategy?
Where are your backup(s) located? Copy of your passwords? Your contacts? Time is of the essence in these situations, can’t be looking around, hunting and gathering files. Your palms will be sweaty, and your mind scattered, scared, and prone to making mistakes. Prepare and practice your strategy.
And despite all those hours, that doesn’t include re-building my phone. Right now, the only way you can reach me, is if you have my phone number.
I am living your nightmares. Please go change your passwords, so it’s not for not.
This is a good password: (jO&X[NG}a[1rL];@jBmc@Ij$ TTY Monday.
