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Google just fixed a high-severity Chrome flaw that can be used to take over your account — update right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google has released new emergency security updates for Chrome which fix a high-severity vulnerability that’s currently being actively exploited by hackers in the wild.

Coinbase data breach exposes critical user info — what you need to know about ransomware attack
By Amber Bouman published
Coinbase experienced a cyberattack of critical user data this month. Here's what you need to know about the breach.

89 million Steam accounts at risk from hackers — enable this security feature to protect your account now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Steam users who want to keep their account and games safe should reset their passwords now if they don’t already have Valve’s Steam Guard security feature enabled.

M&S customer data was stolen in last month’s cyberattack — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
Marks and Spencer confirms customer data was taken in a cyberattack last month but claims customers do not need to take action.

iOS 18.5 is here with fixes for more than 30 security flaws — update your iPhone right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Apple has released iOS 18.5 and this new update includes fixes for 30 security flaws as well as performance improvements for your iPhone.

Hackers target popular student site iClicker to spread malware via ClickFix attacks — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
College students and faculty may have been tricked into clicking on a CAPTCHA spreading malware through iClicker.

Mac users once skipped antivirus software — here’s why that’s no longer a good idea
By Amber Bouman published
Macs used to be known for being safer from viruses but that's no longer the case which is why you might want to use third-party antivirus software for extra protection.

FBI issues warning over routers — stop using these now
By Amber Bouman last updated
Older Wi-Fi routers are at risk of being hacked and used by cybercriminals in their attacks which is why the FBI is warning they need to be replaced.
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