Showing all posts tagged Privacy and Security
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LastPass Hit With Class Action Lawsuit in Response to Breach
The lawsuit is suing LastPass for negligence, breach of contract, and deceptive acts.
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Hackers Selling 200 Million Twitter Users’ Emails for $2
A threat actor could use data like this to conduct a variety of cyber attacks, including a phishing campaign.
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The Worst Scams of 2022 – and How to Protect Yourself
2022 has been full of scams. We've made a list of cybercriminals' favorite tactics, so you won't get caught out in 2023.
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Quiet Quitting, Re-Recruiting: New Tech Terms That Arose in 2022
Does your boss experience "productivity paranoia"? Find out as we take a look at all the tech terms that took off this year.
Aaron Drapkin -
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FBI Recommends Using Ad Blockers to Avoid Cybercrime
Cyber criminals are using adverts to dupe victims into downloading harmful software and handing over sensitive data.
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California’s New Fleet Tracking Laws Aim to Guard Driver Privacy
Civil penalties may be $250 for a first violation, and rise to $1,000 per affected employee for each additional violation.
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SevenRooms Restaurant CRM Suffers Significant Data Breach
SevenRooms says it "disabled access to the interface" immediately following the incident and have launched an investigation.
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Study: Nearly Third of People Still Writing Down Passwords
Using methods like sticky notes could make you three times more vulnerable to attacks, according to new research.
Isobel O'Sullivan -
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Apple Patches Vulnerability Being “Actively Exploited” in iPhones
iOS and iPadOS users have been advised to update their devices as soon as possible.
Aaron Drapkin -
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Surfshark Adds Webcam Protection to Antivirus VPN Package
The new feature will help users maintain control over exactly which apps are allowed to use their webcam.
Aaron Drapkin -
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Google Chrome Now Allows for Passwordless Login
Chrome users can now enjoy passwordless logging on Windows, Android, and iOS thanks to the use of passkeys.
Conor Cawley -
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Top 10 US States for Cyber-Attacks in 2021
California is the most cyberattacked state largely due to its high population of tech-savvy citizens.
Conor Cawley -
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Researchers Uncover 22 Security Concerns Surrounding Google One VPN
The Google VPN's source code review is out, and it found a couple dozen potential privacy issues. Here's what to know.
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WhatsApp Scams To Look Out for in 2023
We track the latest WhatsApp scams that users have received on the platform this year.
Aaron Drapkin -
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Texas Becomes Latest State to Ban TikTok on Government Devices
As the app's data collection and sharing policies continue to face scrutiny, further bans may be to come.
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Bitwarden Password Manager Is Officially Going Passwordless
The open-source password manager will now let users log in with nothing more than a smartphone and the service's mobile app.
Conor Cawley -
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New Malware Apps Get 2 Million Downloads on Google Play
Don't fall for free apps with names like "Volume," "Music Equalizer," or "Bluetooth device auto connect."
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1Password Launches New Feature to Speed Up Third-Party Logins
1Password's "sign-in with" tool will save your credentials for third-party login services like Google and Facebook.
Adam Rowe -
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87% of US Defense Contractors Fail Basic Cybersecurity Requirements
80% lack a vulnerability management solution, while 79% lack a comprehensive multi-factor authentication system.
Adam Rowe -
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Tech Companies Cutting Budgets Must Boost Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity spending is expected to increase in the next year by 10% to 15% and your business should follow suit.
Conor Cawley -
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5.4 Million Twitter Users’ Info Now Available Online for Free
When first listed, the seller demanded $30,000 for the data - but now, it's being shared openly on hacking forums.
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