Security

The TPM 2.0 chips found in Windows 11 PCs are vulnerable to two new security flaws that can be exploited to steal a variety of sensitive data.

Security researchers are raising the alarm about a new bootkit that can bypass Windows 11’s built-in security features including UEFI Secure Boot.

iPhones may be more popular with thieves, but Android smartphones are also susceptible to a variation of this iPhone PIN scam.

Be extremely careful using your passcode when out and about — when combined with the phone, your life savings are in peril.

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The S1deload Stealer malware is currently being spread via Facebook but you can stay safe by avoiding posts with download links.

ChatGPT is insanely popular, which is why hackers are now using the AI chatbot as a lure to spread dangerous malware.

A new class of privilege execution bugs have been discovered that affect iPhones and Macs but Apple quickly patched them in iOS 16.3 and macOS 13.2.

Accidental account takeovers can happen in WhatsApp if you forget to change the number tied to your account when you get a new phone number.

Twitter's charging people for SMS 2FA, but there are more secure options that are still free. Here's what you need to know.

If you're looking for a lost pet, beware of scammers who try to lure you into a Google Voice scam by claiming they've found your missing furry friend.

Love is in the air this Valentine’s Day but it’s also one of the most popular holidays of the year for cybercriminals and scammers.

Apple devices are under attack from a new WebKit zero-day which is why the company has released emergency security updates for all of its platforms.

Reddit was recently hit by a cyberattack in which hackers stole data from the company, but user passwords and data weren’t affected.

Android 14 is getting a major security boost with an array of new malware-blocking technologies to protect users from malicious apps.

Hackers are now using malicious OneNote files to infect users with malware after Microsoft disabled macros in its Office software.

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Cybercriminals used a clever trick to get their fake crypto apps listed on the App Store and Play Store but they’ve since been removed.

The Prilex malware can now trick unsuspecting shoppers into inserting or swiping their credit card at checkout instead of using tap to pay.

From rewards apps that don’t pay out to games and investment apps that lead you to phishing pages, you need to be careful when downloading new Android apps.

Unpaid invoice scams are some of the most common online scams as they’re easy to carry out and a surprising number of people actually end up paying them.

Password managers and their vaults containing passwords are a highly attractive target for hackers and other cybercriminals.

Apple has launched hardware security key support in iOS 16.3 and MacOS 13.2. Here's what that means for you.

The Mimic ransomware is even faster than previous strains because it uses a third-party Windows search tool to see which files it can lock without preventing your PC from turning on.

LastPass and 1Password are two of the best password managers, but which one is really right for you?

A new malware strain called PY#RATION is being spread through phishing emails to steal passwords from Windows users.

Android 14 could beef up its security credentials by blocking outdated apps from being installed.

Android and iPhone users could be at risk after a new batch of 203 malicious apps have been discovered stealing user data and draining bank accounts.

Two flaws have been discovered and patched in the Galaxy Store but older Samsung devices are still vulnerable to attacks exploiting them.

Microsoft’s Windows Defender antivirus software now ships with all Windows 10 and Windows 11 laptops. But is it good enough?