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It's Safer Internet Day – here are 5 tips to help you be safer online
By Olivia Powell published
From avoiding phishing scams to using a VPN, here are the best ways to keep yourself safe online

iOS 18.3.1 — update your iPhone right now to fix critical zero-day vulnerability
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Apple patched a security flaw that could be exploited by hackers or even law enforcement to disable USB Restricted Mode on locked iPhones and iPads.

Millions of Mac owners urged to be on alert for info-stealing malware
By Amber Bouman published
Mac owners need to be careful as infostealing malware targeting macOS is increasingly becoming an even greater threat.

Global data breaches rose in 2024, as 700 million US records were leaked. We break down the numbers and share advice on staying safe.
By George Phillips published
The breach rate in the US was almost 40% higher than in 2023

Hackers are spreading info-stealing malware and taking over accounts using fake wedding invitations — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Hackers are using fake wedding invites as a lure to infect your phone with malware, steal your data and even share your private messages with your other contacts.

Malicious iPhone apps are spreading screenshot-reading malware on the Apple App Store — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
SparkCat is a malware that hides in legitimate and malicious apps in order to steal sensitive data from screenshots.

The best Android antivirus apps in 2025
By Amber Bouman, Brian Nadel last updated
Light and fast but with the ability to defend a phone or tablet, the best Android antivirus apps can protect your data and privacy without slowing down your devices.

Hackers are using the guise of fake job interviews to infect unsuspecting Mac users with the FERRET malware
By Anthony Spadafora published
Your Mac's microphone and webcam are absolutely fine, despite what hackers may have you believe
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