These Adware-Riddled iOS Apps Got Past Apple: Did They Fool You? By Kate Kozuch last updated 27 September 22 Apple pulled more than a dozen iOS apps infested with adware from the App Store. Here's what you need to know.
Malware hits millions of Android users — delete these apps right now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 27 September 22 These malicious apps slipped past Google’s defenses and ended up on the Play Store. Here's why you need to delete immediately.
Android app with over 10 million installs suddenly becomes adware — what to do [updated] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 27 September 22 A longstanding Android barcode-scanner app suddenly became adware after a recent software update. Here's how to get it off your phone.
These popular apps are being mimicked to spread malware — here's how to protect yourself By Peter Wolinski last updated 26 September 22 VirusTotal reveals which popular apps hackers mimic to infiltrate user systems. Here's what to look for and how to protect yourself.
Here’s another big reason to avoid pirating content online By Anthony Spadafora last updated 26 September 22 Piracy sites are filled with ads that trick users into downloading dangerous malware on their computers.
NullMixer malware spies on you and steals your online accounts — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 26 September 22 The cybercriminals behind a new campaign spreading the NullMixer malware prey on software pirates and steal their banking info, cryptocurrency and even their Facebook and Amazon accounts.
Move over, Joker: Harly malware infects millions of Android phones By Anthony Spadafora published 22 September 22 Malicious apps containing the Harly malware have been downloaded millions of times from the Google Play Store.
11 Google Play apps infected with nasty Android malware: What to do By Nicholas Fearn last updated 22 September 22 Another 11 apps in Google Play were infected with the notorious Joker malware to sign users up for premium subscriptions.
'Joker' Malware Infects 24 Android Apps: Delete Them Now By Paul Wagenseil last updated 22 September 22 Google booted 24 Android apps from its Play Store after they were found to be stealing contact info.
Joker malware apps still stealing money and contacts in Google Play store By Paul Wagenseil last updated 22 September 22 Google booted 17 Android apps that harbored the Joker malware from the Play Store after a security firm discovered them.
Google now lets you remove your search results with personal data — here’s how By Tom Pritchard published 22 September 22 Google's new tool makes it easier to remove your personal information from its search results.
Don't let your web browser save your passwords — here's what to do instead By Paul Wagenseil last updated 20 September 22 Most web browsers offer to remember your passwords, but don't let them. Here's why browsers aren't safe enough, and what you should use instead.
The worst online scams and how to avoid them By Linda Rosencrance, Paul Wagenseil last updated 20 September 22 From remote-impersonation scams and sextortion to fake antivirus and tech support, here are the threats you need to be aware of.
Uber reportedly suffers major data breach — what you need to know By Tom Pritchard last updated 19 September 22 Uber is investigating a "cybersecurity incident" after what appears to be a security breach in its internal systems.
Hackers are exploiting Queen Elizabeth II's death — watch out for these scams By Anthony Spadafora published 19 September 22 From phishing emails to fake cryptocurrencies, hackers are capitalizing on the death of Queen Elizabeth II in a big way.
Your browser’s spell check feature could be giving away your passwords By Anthony Spadafora published 19 September 22 Enhanced spell check in Chrome and Edge can send your passwords to Google and Microsoft, especially when you click “show password.”
Hackers are taking over Instagram accounts using phishing attacks — how to protect yourself By Anthony Spadafora last updated 16 September 22 Copyright violation scams continue to be a problem for Instagram users which is why you should take action now to protect your account.
These cracked games will infect your PC with malware that's damn hard to remove By Paul Wagenseil last updated 16 September 22 'Cracked' Windows games poisoned with cryptocurrency-mining malware have infected more than 200,000 PCs, security firm Avast said.
What is VPN obfuscation and do I need it? By Chiara Castro published 16 September 22 vpn VPN obfuscation is the technology that allows you to circumvent VPN blocking. Here, we explore how VPN obfuscation works and when you need it.
Samsung hit with major data breach — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora last updated 16 September 22 Samsung customers in the US may have had their personal information exposed in a data breach.
Possible T-Mobile data breach may affect 100 million customers — what you can do By Paul Wagenseil last updated 16 September 22 A hacker says they've stolen account data on 100 million T-Mobile customers, including Social Security numbers, driver's-license numbers and dates of birth.
Plex just confirmed a data breach — change your passwords now By Tom Pritchard last updated 16 September 22 Plex has suffered a data breach, and wants you to change your password as a precaution.
Ring security flaw could have allowed hackers to spy on your saved videos — what to do By Anthony Spadafora last updated 15 September 22 Amazon has patched a flaw in the Ring app for Android that could have been used to spy on users.
These popular security cameras could be hacked to spy on you: What to do By Nicholas Fearn last updated 15 September 22 Flaws in TP-Link's mobile app for its Kasa smart-home devices could let hackers spy on you and take over your accounts.
Wyze patches serious flaws on its security cameras, but not its oldest one — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil last updated 15 September 22 Wyze fixed three security flaws discovered by Bitdefender -- but not on Wyze Cam version 1, which won't get the patches.
Exclusive — Security cameras used by millions are vulnerable to hackers –update your devices now By Anthony Spadafora published 15 September 22 Bitdefender has discovered several vulnerabilities in EZVIZ smart security cameras that have now been patched.
Apple just fixed zero-day iPhone flaw with iOS 15.0.2 — update now By Tom Pritchard last updated 13 September 22 Apple just patched a zero day flaw affecting iPhones and iPads, so make sure you update right now.
Hackers attacking iPhones, iPads and Macs — update now By Paul Wagenseil last updated 13 September 22 Apple Thursday pushed out emergency software updates for iPhones, iPads and Macs to fix two security vulnerabilities that were already being exploited by hackers.
Apple issues emergency update for iPhones, Macs and Apple Watches — what to do now [updated] By Paul Wagenseil last updated 13 September 22 Apple pushed out updates to iOS, macOS, watchOS and Safari to fix two zero-day flaws being actively exploited in the wild, including one used against political dissidents in the Middle East.
Apple patches major security flaw — update your iPhone and Mac now By Anthony Spadafora published 13 September 22 Apple has released a fix for a zero-day vulnerability that may have been actively exploited which affects iPhones, iPads and Macs.
