Windows 10's antivirus can download malware — Microsoft responds By Paul Wagenseil A command-line tool buried in Windows Defender Antivirus can be used to download any file from the internet -- including malware.
WhatsApp upgrade is a big win for security and transparency By Richard Priday WhatsApp is being more transparent about its security bugs with a dedicated section on its website — and that's great news for user trust in the messaging app.
Are torrenting VPNs legal? By Christian Rigg vpn Using a VPN for torrenting is a great way to ensure security and privacy when sharing files online, but is it legal?
How does Netflix block VPNs? By Christian Rigg vpn Netflix has more than a few ways of detecting and blocking VPNs, but the right VPN can still get you access.
Are VPNs banned in China and can you still use them? By Mo Harber-Lamond vpn The Chinese government doesn't like VPNs because they allow residents to access outside media – but there are still ways to get around the blocks.
What makes a great Chrome VPN? By Michael Graw vpn We’ll highlight the top features you need to consider when choosing a Chrome VPN and explain the difference between free and paid options.
How does a Chrome VPN work? By Michael Graw vpn A Chrome VPN can help spoof your location and secure your data, but it’s important to understand exactly what you’re getting with a free or paid extension.
How to install a VPN on Amazon Fire Stick By Mo Harber-Lamond vpn Installing a VPN on Fire Stick might seem daunting, but with our step-by-step guide, you'll be up and running in minutes.
Are free VPNs worth it? By Ritoban Mukherjee vpn Need to secure your online activity from prying eyes? A free service may not be as good as a paid one, but it can still offer decent security, with certain restrictions.
This dangerous Mac malware was 'approved' by Apple: What to do [updated] By Paul Wagenseil Apple approved the notorious Shlayer malware for installation on macOS Catalina and Big Sur, security researchers say.
Android scam affects nearly 60 Google Play apps — what to do By Paul Wagenseil Google removed from the Play Store nearly 60 Android apps that promised free sneakers and concert tickets but actually committed ad fraud.
IDShield identity theft protection review By Brian Nadel IDShield's frequent credit scores are handy, though IdentityForce and LifeLock monitor more credit bureaus and personal data.
Kaspersky Safe Kids review By Sean Riley Kaspersky Safe Kids is the cheapest good option for monitoring Android, but Net Nanny is better for keeping an eye on Apple mobile devices.
VPN deal: CyberGhost offers 6 months free plus a year of PassCamp's password manager for just $2.75/mo By Mo Harber-Lamond vpn A match made in heaven – a world-class VPN bundled with an excellent password manager for less than $3 a month.
Free Windows VPNs: are they worth downloading and which ones are good? By John Faulds VPN Is a free Windows VPN worth getting? Here, we run down the pros and cons, and our top five choices.
Why should I get a free VPN? By Kieron Allen vpn Is a free VPN is good enough for your needs or should you invest in a paid-for alternative?
Nearly 28,000 printers 'hacked' over the internet: What to do By Paul Wagenseil A cybersecurity news site got nearly 28,000 printers worldwide to run an unauthorized print job.
Are free VPNs safe? By Christian Rigg vpn When it comes to no-fee VPN services, what you save in cash may cost you in both privacy and security.
How to unblock YouTube – avoid region blocks and network restrictions By Mo Harber-Lamond vpn We've all faced videos that aren't available in our country, but there's a super simple way to watch them wherever you are.
Nasty email hack can steal your personal data — what to do By Paul Wagenseil A new strain of the Qbot malware hijacks email threads and online banking sessions to steal passwords and other credentials, researchers say.
Net Nanny parental-control app review By Sean Riley Editor's Choice Net Nanny is one of the best parental-control apps on iOS or Android, though it lacks call or text monitoring.
iPhone flaw lets hackers steal your personal data — don't do this in Safari By Paul Wagenseil A flaw in Apple's Safari browser could let malicious websites trick you into sending strangers your browsing history and other personal data.
More than 1,200 iPhone apps infected with malware — what you need to know By Paul Wagenseil More than 1,200 iPhone apps may be infected with malicious adware, a security firm says, but Apple denies there's any problem.
Windows 10 updates cause nasty blue screen of death and more — what to do By Roland Moore-Colyer More Windows 10 users are reporting all manner of errors after installing the latest Windows 10 cumulative security updates.
Acronis True Image cloud backup review By Sean Riley Acronis True Image is expensive and complicated, but it offers a wide range of options and features for hard-core PC users.
No, Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender [updated] By Paul Wagenseil Microsoft is not forcing you to use Windows Defender, but a change in the Windows Registry options makes it much harder to go without any kind of antivirus protection permanently.
Microsoft issues emergency Windows patch — install this right now By Paul Wagenseil Microsoft pushed out an emergency Windows patch to fix two security flaws in Windows 8.1 and Windows Server 2012 R2.
235 million Instagram, TikTok profiles exposed in data leak — what to do now By Paul Wagenseil Data scraped from nearly 235 million Instragram, TikTok and YouTube profiles ended up in an unprotected online database.
Nasty Mac malware can steal your passwords and credit cards — what to do By Paul Wagenseil Crooks are poisoning open-source Mac software projects with malware that steals passwords and credit cards, installs ransomware and replaces Safari with a malicious browser.
Google Chrome just got an automatic Incognito mode — how to try it now By Paul Wagenseil The latest 'Canary' development versions of Chrome let you create a desktop shortcut to automatically open the browser in Incognito mode.
