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Google will let you use passkeys automatically in Chrome - here's how you can switch
By Amber Bouman last updated
Google is currently testing out a new experimental feature in Chrome that automatically converts your passwords to passkeys when you use its password manager.

FBI warns hackers are impersonating crime reporting sites to steal your personal data — here’s how to tell
By Amber Bouman published
The FBI has issued a warning that hackers are impersonating its Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) website with fake sites designed to steal data.

Hackers are now using deepfakes in phishing scams to fool banking apps and steal your money - how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman last updated
Cybercriminals are using a specialized tool to inject deepfake videos on vulnerable iPhones to to trick banking apps and commit identity theft.

Google just fixed a major Chrome zero-day flaw — update your browser right now
By Amber Bouman published
Google has released a new zero-day patch for a flaw in Chrome and users should update their browsers as soon as possible.

Nearly 200,000 people hit in New York Blood Center data breach — names, IDs, SSNs and more exposed
By Amber Bouman published
A data breach at the New York Blood Center has exposed the sensitive personal and financial information of nearly 200,000 people.

Samsung security flaw could let hackers remotely control your device — update your Galaxy phone right now
By Amber Bouman, Kaycee Hill published
Samsung users should update their smartphones to protect against a serious vulnerability that can be exploited by hackers.

Google just took down 224 malicious apps with 38 million installs in massive SlopAds fraud campaign — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Security researchers have uncovered a new global ad fraud campaign that used seemingly innocent Android apps for nefarious purposes.

Fake Meta suspension warnings used in new malware campaign — how to protect your devices and your data
By Amber Bouman published
Hackers are using fake Meta suspension warnings in a new FileFix campaign to lure users into installing info-stealing malware on their own devices.

I found a phishing email in my inbox and a malicious app in my news feed — here’s how I knew they were scams
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Don't let a clever phishing scam or a fake virus pop-up catch you off guard: two real-world examples to help you learn how to spot a cyberattack.
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