Home Security Blog
Welcome to the Home Security Source blog! We will be commenting on security news and other important topics in the world of home security. Home security is important to us and we will do what we can to talk openly, and to the best of our knowledge. We invite you to join in on the conversation by leaving your thoughts and comments (just remember to read our Community Guidelines!).
Most People Don’t Understand Cyber Threats
Posted by Robert Siciliano on Mar 11, 2010, 10:40:00 AMTagged: Children, DIY Safety, Family, Tips
Michael Chertoff, who ran the Department of Homeland Security from 2005 to 2009, says there’s a reason that computer security isn’t up to the threat posed by cyber criminals: Doing it right is too complicated for most people.
America’s Most Wanted Teen
Posted by Robert Siciliano on Mar 10, 2010, 7:05:00 PMTagged: Affordable Safety, Burglary, Home
Colton Harris Moore stole a bicycle at the age of 8 and never looked back. Now 6 ft. 5 in. and 18 years old, Harris Moore is suspected in over 100 burglaries in the Pacific Northwest.
Savvy 7-Year-Old Thwarts Home Invasion
Posted by Home Security Source on Mar 10, 2010, 2:40:00 PMTagged: Burglary, Family, Home
A 7-year-old boy in Southern California saved his family from armed robbers when he placed this chilling 911 call as the gunmen stormed his family’s home.
Who Are Your Kids Chatting With On Their Webcam?
Posted by Robert Siciliano on Mar 9, 2010, 1:05:00 PMTagged: DIY Safety, Family, Personal Safety
Growing up we used to spend hours prank calling people we knew and also calling completely random numbers.
Myth Busting: Is Your Garage Door Opener A Security Risk?
Posted by Home Security Source on Mar 9, 2010, 10:00:00 AMTagged: DIY Safety, Home
Could a burglar drive up and down your street with a ‘universal’ garage door remote control unit until they find a door that opens and enter a home? We’re busting this common home security myth once and for all.