Ryan Toohil

CTO at Aura

Ryan Toohil has a BS in Computer Engineering from Virginia Tech and holds multiple patents in the web services domain. As the CTO at Aura, he leads the platform, information security, and corporate IT teams.

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Ryan Toohil

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Internet Security

What Is a Data Breach? (And How To Protect Your Data)

What is a data breach, and how can you protect your personal information? Find out everything you need to know to stay safe.

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June 12, 2023
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Internet Security

How To Protect Against Ransomware: 10 Prevention Tips

Ransomware gangs don’t only target large organizations and government agencies. Learn what you can do to protect yourself against ransomware.

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June 8, 2023
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Fraud

I Replied to a Spam Text — What Should I Do Now?

If you replied to a spam text you could be at risk of identity theft or having your phone hacked. Learn how to stay safe after replying to a spam text.

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May 31, 2023
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Internet Security

The 21 Latest Emerging Cyber Threats to Avoid

Cybercrime has increased by 600% in the past two years. Learn about the latest emerging cyber threats and how to protect yourself online.

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January 19, 2023
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Fraud

Carding: The Fraud Technique Destroying Your Credit

Online shopping with your credit card is convenient. But can put you at risk of a type of fraud called carding. Learn how to protect yourself today.

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May 24, 2022