There have been a slew of cyber-security related news events as of late. Robert Mueller, the FBI director, told an audience that he was nearly hooked in a phishing scam . Google’s Wave created a spike of spear-phishing attempts. Botnets continue to plague the web, and spam has not been eradicated by 2006 as Bill Gates had predicted in 2004.
Well, here’s another item you need a heads-up about – GIANT SNAKES!
The giant snakes aren’t on the Internet. They’re in Florida, Texas and the southern US. There have been numerous reports about large non-native snake species being let loose in the wild by their previous owners. I’ve never understood why someone would want a python, anaconda, boa constrictor or other large snake as a pet. They won’t chase a ball, they won’t fetch the paper and slippers, and I sure don’t want to find one snuggled up to me on the couch or in the bed. I like snakes but only if I’m bigger and not seen as a meal by them. Snakes have always been fascinating to me. My kids have even been able to handle large constrictors at our local science center. Of course, the handlers are always on hand supervising. These large constrictors can grow up to 20 feet long and weigh over 200 lbs. Could you imagine encountering one of these beasts in the wild? You better be a track star or packing heat if you want to tell that story to your buddies.
We’ll handle your email, you handle the snakes
Mailprotector can’t really help you with large, hungry constrictors you may meet in the wild. We’ll be glad to keep you safe with our award winning email security. We’ll put the squeeze on cyber-crooks so they don’t put the squeeze on you. You’re on your own with the snakes, though.
Happy National Cyber Security Awareness Month!
