Google Chrome is getting a big upgrade to fight hackers — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 9 August 23 Google Chrome users will now have to update their browser more frequently, but doing so will provide better protection from hackers.
Android apps with 2.5 million downloads are loading ads with the display off — delete these now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 8 August 23 A new batch of 43 adware apps for Android have been found draining users’ batteries by displaying ads when their smartphones are off.
Google Search just got a big update — how you can control personal data appearing in search results By Alyse Stanley published 4 August 23 Google's upgraded Results About You dashboard makes it easier than ever to find and remove your contact information from search results.
Hackers can gain complete control over your Mac with this new dark web hacking tool By Anthony Spadafora published 2 August 23 Security researchers have discovered a dangerous new tool for hacking Macs after asking ChatGPT about macOS threats on the dark web.
This Android chat app is actually spyware that steals your data — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 1 August 23 Hackers are tricking Android users into installing a fake chat app which can steal your contacts, text messages and even your location.
FBI just issued new warning over AI malware attacks — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 31 July 23 Hackers are now using generative AI and open-source AI models to make their malware and other cyberattacks harder to detect and defend against.
New Android malware can steal passwords and other data from images — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 29 July 23 Hackers have added OCR capabilities to a new malware strain to extract passwords and other sensitive data from images stored on your phone.
Call of Duty multiplayer taken offline following malware attack — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 27 July 23 Hackers are using online lobbies for the original Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 to infect gamers with self-spreading malware.
Macs under attack from password-stealing malware — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 26 July 23 Hackers are using the new Realst malware to steal passwords and other sensitive data from vulnerable Macs.
iOS 16.6 fixes over a dozen security flaws — don't wait to update your iPhone By Anthony Spadafora published 26 July 23 Apple has released iOS 16.6 which patches 16 security flaws including two zero-days which hackers have already used in their attacks.
This Android stalkerware app has infected 60,000 devices — is it on your phone? By Anthony Spadafora published 25 July 23 Spyhide and other stalkerware apps could be hiding on your phone to keep tabs on you and your location while collecting your sensitive data.
Windows 11 just got a big upgrade to protect you from phishing attacks — here’s how it works By Anthony Spadafora published 24 July 23 Microsoft will now warn you about the dangers of password reuse when you copy and paste your Windows password into a document or on a webpage.
Apple could yank iMessage and FaceTime from iPhone in UK if new surveillance bill passes By Anthony Spadafora published 20 July 23 The UK government’s proposed changes to the Investigatory Powers Act could force Apple and other tech companies to disable or remove security features entirely.
FBI issues new warning over tech support scams — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora last updated 19 July 23 Tech support scams are nothing new but the cybercriminals behind them are now employing a new tactic that makes it much harder to recover stolen funds.
White House unveils new Cyber Trust Mark to make it easier to shop for secure smart home devices By Anthony Spadafora published 18 July 23 Smart home devices will need to meet certain requirements and offer extended security updates to be eligible for the Biden administration’s new U.S. Cyber Trust Mark program.
Hackers are tricking Android users into installing malicious apps via your browser — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora last updated 17 July 23 Hackers have turned to Android’s WebAPK technology as a new means to install malicious apps without the need for sideloading.
Urgent Windows update patches over 100 flaws — update your PC now By Anthony Spadafora published 14 July 23 Microsoft’s latest Patch Tuesday update addresses 132 flaws including six that are actively being exploited by hackers.
The Google Play Store is making a big change to fend off malware — here’s how By Anthony Spadafora published 13 July 23 Google is changing the rules for new Android app developers to help curb malware and malicious apps.
Apple patches zero-day bug used in cyberattacks — update your iPhone, iPad and Mac now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 11 July 23 Apple has released a new round of Rapid Security Response updates to address yet another zero-day flaw that impacts iPhones, iPads and Macs.
This new Mac malware is stealing passwords, credit card info and more — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 10 July 23 ShadowVault malware can steal data stored in your browser as well as Apple’s built-in password manager Keychain.
Android spyware with over 1.5 million downloads sends your data to China — delete these apps right now By Alyse Stanley last updated 9 July 23 Two file management apps on the Google Play Store have been discovered to be spyware that quietly sends user data to servers in China.
Dangerous Android trojan targets 600 banking apps — and it's draining accounts By Anthony Spadafora last updated 27 June 23 Android smartphone owners in the U.S., U.K. and other countries are having their bank accounts drained by an updated version of the Anatsa banking trojan.
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LastPass users locked out of their accounts — what to do now By Anthony Spadafora published 27 June 23 LastPass has implemented a number of new security upgrades to its password manager which unfortunately led to some users being locked out of their accounts.
Google’s AirTag stalker detection is coming — here’s your first look By Tom Pritchard published 27 June 23 Android is finally getting protection from rogue AirTags and Bluetooth trackers. Here's how it works.
Excited about Super Mario Bros. Wonder? Don’t download this fan-made Mario game with malware By Anthony Spadafora published 26 June 23 Super Mario 3: Mario Forever is a popular fan-made remake of the classic Nintendo game but now hackers have added malware to it.
Urgent iPhone zero-day flaws discovered — update your phone right now By Alyse Stanley published 25 June 23 Apple patches iPhone vulnerabilities known to be exploited by hackers to deploy spyware and steal personal data.
Your Apple ID is about to kill the password in iOS 17 — what you need to know By Philip Michaels last updated 22 June 23 With iOS 17, iPadOS 17 and macOS Sonoma, you'll be able to link a passkey to your Apple ID for more secure sign-ins.
This Android app with over 50,000 installs steals your files and microphone recordings — what to do By Roland Moore-Colyer published 21 June 23 Security firm ESET found that the iRecorder – Screen Recorder app was hiding data-stealing malware.
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