Forget Google's Boasts: Android Is Still Less Secure Than iOS By Paul Wagenseil published 15 March 18 Google's 2017 Android security report says its mobile system is almost as secure as iOS, but that just isn't so.
Kaspersky Needs to Come Clean About Russia Spying Accusations By Paul Wagenseil published 11 October 17 New allegations about Kaspersky Lab spying for Russia could sink the antivirus company -- unless it comes clean about everything.
Yes, It's Still Safe to Use Kaspersky Antivirus Software By Paul Wagenseil published 6 October 17 The U.S. government is worried about using antivirus software made by Russia's Kaspersky Lab. But you shouldn't be.
Just How Screwed Are We by the Equifax Data Breach? By Paul Wagenseil published 8 September 17 The Equifax data breach affects 143 million people, whose identities have been up for grabs for months.
Can You Trust Cheap Chinese Phones with Your Privacy? By Paul Wagenseil published 9 August 17 Some lesser-known Chinese smartphone makers have come under fire for potentially compromising users' private info. Here's what you need to know.
The iPhone Won Because Apple Knows We're Morons By Paul Wagenseil published 29 June 17 After 10 years, the iPhone's security still beats all other OSes. Here's why iOS won the security race, and why the rest won't catch up.
4 Pieces of Personal Info You Need to Protect at All Costs By Paul Wagenseil published 23 June 17 The severity of a data breach depends on what kind of personal information is revealed. Here's what you should, and shouldn't, worry about.
Apple Needs to Add 2FA to Find My iPhone By Henry T. Casey published 3 August 16 One student almost had his phone erased by a stranger because Apple doesn't apply two-factor authentication to the Find My iPhone feature.
Treasonous Trump: Candidate Invites Cyberattack on U.S. By Marshall Honorof published 27 July 16 Donald Trump just called for an unfriendly foreign power to launch a cyberattack on a U.S. citizen, and that's a dangerous stance.
Mr. Robot Recap: Season 2 Returns to Elliot's Madness By Henry T. Casey published 14 July 16 Fsociety may have struck E Corp, but not all is well or great in the second season premiere of the critically acclaimed USA network series.
Apple Isn't Being Honest About Terrorist's iPhone By Paul Wagenseil published 17 February 16 Apple says it's been ordered to 'backdoor' the San Bernardino shooter's iPhone. That's not quite true, and it's important to understand why.
Why Parents Should Pick Android Over iPhone By Brian S Hall published 26 January 16 For parents who want more control over how their child uses a smartphone, Android boasts some clear advantages over Apple's iPhone.
We Should Applaud Spotify's New Privacy Policy (Op-Ed) By Paul Wagenseil published 21 August 15 There's nothing wrong with Spotify asking its users for permission to do something.
Dear Congress: Our Kids Need Data-Breach Protection (Op-Ed) By Tomsguide published 27 May 15 Identity fraud committed against minors can go undetected or remain dormant for years. It's time for Congress to put protections in place.
This 'Smart' Lock May Have Dangerously Dumb Security By Paul Wagenseil published 4 March 15 The Sesame smart lock promises a simple, wireless way to open your front door. It also may make it much easier for thieves to get inside.
'Don't Take Nude Selfies' Is Not Good Security Advice (Op-Ed) By Jill Scharr published 2 September 14 Don't say, 'She shouldn't have taken them.' The people who stole and leaked actresses' nude photos are the ones at fault.
Angry How Facebook Uses Your Data? Here's What to Do By Paul Wagenseil published 30 June 14 Anyone outraged that Facebook let researchers conduct sociological experiments on users should read the fine print.
Symantec's 'Death of Antivirus' Is a Dangerous Marketing Ploy By Paul Wagenseil published 7 May 14 Symantec is marketing to IT pros with its proclamation that antivirus is dead. But don't be fooled: Consumers still need antivirus software.
How 'Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Got Encryption Right – and Wrong By Jill Scharr published 27 September 13 A lot of the techno-babble on "Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D." was about real encryption — but the more elaborate scenarios got a little wacky.
