Amber Bouman is the senior editor for security at Tom's Guide where she covers everything from home security cameras and identity theft to password breaches, password managers and antivirus software.
Previous to joining the Tom's Guide team, Amber spent two years covering parenting technology at Reviewed. She also spent five years as a parenting editor and community manager at Engadget, and has worked at TechHive, Wirecutter, Maximum PC and PC World covering smartphones, parenting tech, B2B, PC builds, tech accessories, apps and more.
A California native, Amber currently lives in rural New England and has been testing apps and products for over fifteen years. She has worked as a consumer advocate, helping find resolutions for common customer problems. As a former comment moderator and community editor, she became invested in the topics of internet security and safety, identity theft, online disinformation and the safety of women and marginalized communities online.
Latest articles by Amber Bouman

Hackers are using fake Google Play Store pages to infect Android phones with a dangerous trojan — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
A new SpyNote malware campaign has been discovered online targeting Android users via fake Google Play Store pages.

Windows PCs under threat from zero-day flaw used in ransomware attacks — update your computer right now
By Amber Bouman published
Microsoft has revealed that a recently patched Windows zero-day flaw was used to spread malware and launch ransomware attacks.

T-Mobile is starting to send out data breach settlement payments for up to $25K — see if you qualify
By Amber Bouman published
T-Mobile customers affected by a 2021 data breach should be receiving their settlement checks this month.

No, that toll text scam isn’t over yet — how to avoid getting phished
By Amber Bouman published
Toll road scam texts are popping up in your messages again and if you're not careful, you could end up getting phished.

I put Trend Micro and McAfee antivirus in a head to head showdown – here’s how it went
By Amber Bouman published
McAfee is known for offering a lot of features and extras, while Trend Micro has a lot of plans that cover many different devices. We compare the two point by point here.

Stop everything and update your iPhones, iPads and Macs — Apple issues critical fix for zero-day exploits
By Amber Bouman published
Older Apple devices should get updated now to receive a critical patch.

Fake Zoom installer tries to trick users into installing dangerous ransomware – here’s how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
Hackers are tricking people trying to install Zoom into infecting their computers with the BlackSuit ransomware.

Security spring cleaning — 7 things you should do now to avoid getting hacked
By Amber Bouman published
Starting out with safe devices is the best first step

This dangerous new Windows malware hides from your antivirus while impersonating a popular PC brand
By Amber Bouman published
A new Windows malware impersonating a popular utility from Asus is making the rounds online and infecting vulnerable PCs.

Wyze adds AI-powered filter to its security cameras to cut down on notifications that are “no big deal”
By Amber Bouman published
Wyze now uses AI to improve its notification alerts.

23andMe has declared bankruptcy — here's how to delete your data now
By Amber Bouman published
23andMe has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and this could have big implications for its users.

New Mac attack is tricking users into thinking their computer is locked — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
This dangerous new phishing scam is trying to trick you into handing over your Apple ID and password.

The best encrypted messaging apps in 2025
By Amber Bouman, Nicholas Fearn last updated
The best encrypted messaging apps for Android and iOS can stop third-parties from reading your conversations.

Dangerous new password-stealing trojan automatically reinstalls itself on infected PCs
By Amber Bouman published
The StilachiRAT uses sophisticated techniques to hide on your PC while stealing crypto, passwords and sensitive data.

5 iPhone settings you should always shut off — because they’re a security nightmare
By Amber Bouman published
These iPhone settings are high-risk and should always get toggled off for maximum security.

New MassJacker malware is hijacking digital wallets to steal large sums from users
By Amber Bouman published
Cryptocurrency transactions are being hijacked by a new clipper malware strain called MassJacker.

Reported Discord data leak disputed by third-party service RestoreCard
By Amber Bouman last updated
The data leak was originally reported on BreachForums

Thousands of TP-Link routers have been infected by a botnet to spread malware
By Amber Bouman published
The Ballista botnet has infected thousands of TP-Link routers with malware.

Fake Google Play Store pages are spreading Trojan malware that can steal your financial data
By Amber Bouman published
Researchers have identified over 6,000 malicious websites designed to look like official Google Play Store pages spreading malware.

I tried a physical panic button for 48 hours — and this tiny device already makes me feel safer
By Amber Bouman published
The Silent Beacon is a physical panic button that works alongside a smartphone app to provide useful and even potentially life-saving personal safety features.

Abode now lets you check in on your smart home security system right from your Apple TV
By Amber Bouman published
Abode Systems has released an all new Apple TV app and an updated Android TV app which are both available today.

Over 1 million Android devices infected with password-stealing, pre-installed botnet malware — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
BadBox 2.0 is the largest botnet of connected streaming boxes and other low-cost Android devices yet.

Google March Android Security Update fixes two high severity vulnerabilities — update now
By Amber Bouman published
The March 2025 Android Security Update contains fixes for two high severity vulnerabilities.
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