This new malware is taking over Discord accounts and stealing browser data — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 14 June 23 A new Golang-based malware called Skuld is currently targeting Windows users and gamers worldwide to extract sensitive data from their PCs.
Want to be hacked? Just make these password mistakes By Roland Moore-Colyer last updated 14 June 23 Here's what to do and don't when it comes to password protection.
What is a DNS leak and how to prevent it By Krishi Chowdhary published 14 June 23 vpn DNS is an integral part of the internet, but can pose vulnerabilities. Here's our quick and dirty guide on avoiding DNS leaks.
IdentityForce UltraSecure+Credit review By Brian Nadel published 13 June 23 IdentityForce UltraSecure+Credit provides an excellent way to protect your identity and check in on your credit scores but it lacks malware protection.
PrivacyGuard review By Brian Nadel published 13 June 23 PrivacyGuard provides the tools and insurance you need to recover from identity theft but its merged credit reports fall short of the competition.
6,000 sites used to impersonate 100 top brands and steal your banking info — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 13 June 23 Scammers are using convincing fake sites to trick shoppers into giving up their hard-earned cash and personal information.
ID Shield review By Brian Nadel published 12 June 23 ID Shield may cut a few corners when it comes to credit reports but the service is affordable and a great choice for protecting all aspects of your digital life.
This Strava feature could reveal your home address — here’s how to turn it off By Anthony Spadafora published 12 June 23 Researchers have discovered a privacy risk in Strava’s heatmap feature that could be used to identify the home addresses of its users.
The best Iran VPN in 2023 By Chiara Castro last updated 12 June 23 VPN An Iran VPN is the best way to avoid widespread censorship facing citizens and travelers in the country – here are our top 5 choices.
How to see and delete Alexa's recordings of you By Henry T. Casey, Mike Prospero last updated 8 June 23 With police asking Amazon to turn over data sent from an Alexa-powered Echo speaker, here's how to manage your Alexa history and recordings.
Chrome is getting a huge upgrade to its password manager — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 8 June 23 Google Password Manager is getting a slew of new features designed to further secure your passwords and make them easier to import and manage.
FBI issues warning over deepfake AI nudes being used for sextortion scams By Anthony Spadafora published 8 June 23 Hackers have begun taking ordinary pictures from social media and turning them into deepfaked nudes to blackmail people online.
Over 60,000 compromised Android apps found spreading adware — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 7 June 23 More than 60,000 adware apps have been discovered that target Android users searching for popular apps online.
Chrome zero-day bug patched after hackers used it in their attacks — update your browser now By Anthony Spadafora published 6 June 23 Google is urging Chrome users to update their browsers now after a new zero-day flaw has been discovered that hackers are actively exploiting in their attacks.
Hackers are using pictures to trick you into clicking on phishing links — Don’t fall for this By Anthony Spadafora last updated 5 June 23 Hackers have begun adding malicious links to large, promotional images inside their phishing emails in order to get unsuspecting users to click on them.
Android apps with 30 million downloads contain SpinOk Android malware — delete these now By Anthony Spadafora published 5 June 23 Even more Android apps containing the SpinOK malware, which can spy on you and steal your passwords, have been discovered on the Play Store.
Google Workspace exploit could let hackers steal your files without leaving any trace By Tom Pritchard published 5 June 23 Google Workspace has a flaw that lets hackers get away without leaving any evidence, and that's a big problem.
Over 400 million infected with Android spyware — delete these apps right now By Anthony Spadafora last updated 2 June 23 Android apps with over 400 million combined downloads contain a new malware strain distributed as a tool for advertisers.
This macOS flaw lets hackers install 'undeletable' malware on your Mac — how to stay safe By Anthony Spadafora published 31 May 23 Apple has patched a new macOS flaw called Migraine after it was discovered by security researchers from Microsoft.
I just tested this ultra-secure USB flash drive and now I feel like a spy By Anthony Spadafora published 28 May 23 Kingston’s IronKey Keypad 200 is an ultra-secure USB flash drive that requires you to unlock it using a PIN each time you want to use it.
The pros and cons of using a free VPN By Krishi Chowdhary published 27 May 23 vpn Free VPNs are convenient, but are they worth it? Here, we run down the pros and cons of using free providers to help you choose what's right for you.
Ring Battery Doorbell Plus review By Kelly Woo last updated 26 May 23 Editor's Choice The Ring Battery Doorbell Plus has head-to-toe video, so you can finally see the packages on your stoop
What is a Double VPN and how does it work? By Krishi Chowdhary published 26 May 23 vpn Having a VPN that offers Double VPN is great if you're looking for the ultimate in protection. Here's all you need to know.
ChatGPT is being used to create malware — what you need to know By Anthony Spadafora published 25 May 23 Hackers are already abusing ChatGPT to create new malware samples. It's a problem that's only likely going to get worse.
'Look who died' scam is making the rounds on Facebook — don’t fall for this By Anthony Spadafora published 24 May 23 Scammers are messaging unsuspecting users on Facebook while pretending to be a friend with a new scam designed to steal their accounts.
Debt collector breach exposes financial data of 1.1 million Americans — see if you’re affected By Anthony Spadafora published 24 May 23 The debt collector NCB has disclosed that hackers breached its systems though they also gained access to Bank of America and TD Bank customer data.
Don’t let your phone get infected with the AhRat malware — delete this screen recorder app now By Anthony Spadafora published 24 May 23 A screen recorder app that used to be legitimate has turned malicious and is now infecting users with dangerous malware.
VPN logging policies: what you should look for By Krishi Chowdhary published 24 May 23 vpn Your VPN's logging policy is one of the most important parts of its privacy suite. Make sure you know what to look for before you buy.
Understanding VPN protocols: OpenVPN, L2TP, WireGuard & more By Krishi Chowdhary published 23 May 23 vpn Every VPN uses a protocol to encrypt your data, but there are a number of options – good and bad – to choose from. Here's our full rundown.
Your iPhone could soon allow you to verify who you're texting with in iOS 16.6 — here’s how By Anthony Spadafora last updated 22 May 23 Apple is reportedly testing out its new iMessage Contact Key Verification security feature in the iOS 16.6 and iPadOS 16.6 betas.