Latest articles by Amber Bouman
Don't risk it — get your annual antivirus coverage for less than $25 with these Black Friday deals
Hackers aren't waiting for you to score a great deal on antivirus software, fortunately you can get year-long coverage for less than $25 with these deals.
Microsoft just gave you another reason to update your PC — November's Patch Tuesday fixes 63 flaws
November's Patch Tuesday updates fix 63 flaws in total but two of them are critical vulnerabilities that require your immediate attention.
Samsung phones infected with 'Landfall' spyware through WhatsApp images — what you need to know
This malware can infect Samsung devices through malicious WhatsApp images and it doesn't require any user interaction.
This Android malware has your debit card and PIN — and it’s making withdrawals
Dangerous new NGate Android malware uses NFC to steal debit card and PIN info so that hackers can make cash withdrawals from ATMs.
Phishing scam alert: This "We found your lost iPhone" text is fake and wants to steal your Apple ID
New phishing scam uses Apple's Find My feature to try and steal Apple ID credentials from people with missing or stolen iPhones.
3 things you can do to be make your home more secure than the Louvre
It's surprisingly easy to make your home more secure than a famous museum with these three tips.
Don’t fall for this – ClickFix attacks now include video instructions and can recognize your operating system
ClickFix style attacks now includes video tutorials and OS recognition in order to fool victims into downloading malware onto their computers.
Over 200 malicious apps were downloaded more than 40 million times from the Google Play Store this year
Malicious apps remain one of the easiest ways for hackers to infect your devices with malware, even on first-party app stores.
These 12 malicious Android apps are recording your conversations — delete them right now
These malicious Android apps may appear harmless at first glance but they're actually spreading spyware which can steal texts, record conversations and more.
The best antivirus software 2025: Tested and reviewed
The best antivirus program can keep your Windows PC clean and protected from the latest threats while providing several security-minded extras.
Dangerous new Android trojan is taking over phones and draining bank accounts — how to stay safe
New Android malware hides in fake apps and then quietly steals passwords and banking info in the background.
Hackers can use prompt injection attacks to hijack your AI chats — here's how to avoid this serious security flaw
Prompt injection attacks are a security flaw that exploits a loophole in AI models, and they assist hackers in taking over without you knowing.
The best Mac antivirus software in 2025
The best Mac antivirus software can help keep your MacBook, Mac mini, iMac and other Apple machines virus free.
X will lock you out of your account if you don’t take this security step — here’s what to do
X is requiring passkey and security key users to re-enroll them before November 10th or risk losing access to their accounts.
Best identity theft protection of 2025: Ultimate security for your entire digital life
The best identity theft protection protects your personal information from hackers and scammers but also helps you quickly recover from identity theft.
Don't wait for Black Friday — our favorite antivirus software is up to 80% off right now
Hackers aren't waiting for Black Friday, and neither should you with these great antivirus deals to secure all your devices.
7 things you should never share on the internet — and not the obvious ones like your address and SSN
Here are seven things you should remember to keep offline at all times.
Over 180 million email accounts have been leaked — check to see if yours is on the list
Have I Been Pwned just updated its database with millions of new leaked emails and passwords, so it's worth checking if yours in on the list.
17 million hit in major lending company data breach — how to see if you're affected and what to do next
Prosper lending has suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 17 million people.
Taxpayers targeted in new Inflation Refund text scam — what you need to know and how to stay safe
This new Inflation Refund text scam is impersonating a real government program to target unsuspecting taxpayers.
I'm a security editor and here's how I stopped a phishing attempt 1,900 miles away from home
A security editor never rests: Here's how I managed to stop phishing attempt while on vacation, nearly 2,000 miles away from home.
Fake WhatsApp and TikTok apps are trying to fool Android users into downloading spyware — don't fall for this
The ClayRat spyware is tricking Android users into infecting their devices by impersonating popular apps.
Massive data leak just exposed the personal info of 6 million shoppers — how to stay safe
A data leak at an e-commerce giant has exposed the personal and shopping information of more than 6 million people.
