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Should you be worried about ransomware?
Jun 9, 2021
Episode 450

Should you be worried about ransomware?

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Maybe change your password. Plus, Kai and Molly answer more listener questions about tariffs, vaccine lotteries and day drinking.

We spent a lot of time on yesterday’s show talking about ransomware attacks against companies, institutions and critical infrastructure. They’re on the rise, but one listener wants to know: what about individuals? Should we be worried about an attack? On today’s show, we’ll tell you not to reuse your password and other helpful answers. Plus, more listener questions about tariffs, vaccine lotteries and day drinking.

Here’s everything we talked about today:

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