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What is a man-in-the-middle attack?
By Aleksandar Stevanović published
We explore how you can spot and prevent this hidden cyber attack
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Rite Aid hit in major data breach with 2.2 million customers affected — names, driver’s license numbers and more stolen by hackers
By Anthony Spadafora published
Rite Aid has begun sending out data breach notification letters after the popular pharmacy chain was hit in a ransomware attack.
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Macs under threat from info-stealing malware — don’t fall for this Microsoft Teams scam
By Anthony Spadafora published
Mac users trying to download Microsoft Teams could end up with a nasty malware infection thanks to fake ads.
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The best Android antivirus apps in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Keep your Android devices running smoothly and virus free with one of the best Android antivirus apps.
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Hackers are using Facebook ads to infect Windows PCs with password-stealing malware — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Cybercriminals often abuse ads as a means to spread dangerous malware online. A new campaign is targeting Facebook users with Windows PCs.
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Massive AT&T data breach hits 109 million customers — call logs and text messages stolen by hackers
By Anthony Spadafora published
AT&T has revealed that it fell victim to a data breach in which hackers stole call and text records but not other personal data.
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Apple issues urgent spyware warning for iPhone users in 98 countries — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Apple is warning users in 98 countries that they are being targeted by mercenary spyware designed to compromise their iPhones. Here's how to avoid it.
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Google is making it easier to see if your info is on the dark web — here’s how
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers may have stolen your personal info in a past data breach, but Google’s dark web reports can tell you precisely what they have.
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