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

The 7 Best Dark Web Monitoring Services in 2024

Dark Web monitoring services scan illicit and anonymous online marketplaces for your leaked data — but not all of them are worth paying for.

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September 4, 2024
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Internet Security

How To Know If Your Phone Is Hacked (12 Warning Signs)

Signs of a hacked phone include reduced battery life, higher data usage, unusual device behavior, new apps, locked accounts, or receiving 2FA codes.

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September 3, 2024
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Internet Security

Email Found on the Dark Web? Here’s How To Protect Yourself

If you’ve been part of a data breach, there’s a good chance that your email can be found on the Dark Web — but is this something you need to worry about?

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August 28, 2024
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Internet Security

What To Do If You Were Hacked: How To Recover Hacked Accounts

As soon as you see signs that your accounts or devices have been hacked, act quickly to remove malware, regain access, and minimize the damage.

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August 27, 2024
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Internet Security

How To Remove a Virus From Your Android Phone

Worried your Android phone or device has been infected? Follow these step-by-step instructions on how to identify and remove Android malware.

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August 7, 2024
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Internet Security

Can Someone Hack My iPhone? How To Tell & What To Do

iPhones can’t be “hacked” in the traditional sense — but scammers have found numerous ways to access your data, photos, Apple ID, and other accounts.

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July 19, 2024