Cyber security
First criminal complaint filed for using emergency phone wipe code
The US is prosecuting a man who erased his phone's data by entering a special code in the GrapheneOS system at a border checkpoint. The defense argues that the seizure of the device was illegal. More
When your smart TV becomes a tool for cybercriminals
Google and the FBI have taken down the NetNut network, which turned two million smart TVs into a front for cyberattacks. For protection, it is recommended to use certified devices ... More
Fake extensions covertly record your conversations with artificial intelligence
The Smart Adblocker and Adblock for Browser extensions abused the trust of 90,000 users by secretly recording and stealing their personal and... More
Popular Chrome ad-blocking extension hides dangerous code
An investigation into the 10 million-downloaded "Adblock for YouTube" extension has uncovered a hidden feature that could remotely execute malicious code on any web page. The developers of AdBlock ... More
The end of fake calls on Android?
Google is bringing fake call protection to devices running Android 12 and later. The technology uses hidden signal verification over the RCS protocol to determine whether a contact's call is actually... More
Will we soon need a biometric key to access the internet?
I've been following the developments surrounding the new age verification law for a while now. It seems like we'll soon have to say goodbye to online anonymity. More
CrowdStrike chief to testify before Congress
An executive at CrowdStrike will testify before the House Homeland Security Committee at the end of the month about the information technology outage that caused all of the... More
How to secure passwords?
According to the latest research, the average user has more than 100 passwords or 100 different accounts. It is impossible to remember the correct password and username for each account. ... More
How to keep your home safe while on vacation?
You spread out your towel, put on sunscreen, and before you had a chance to turn off your brain and think about your job and life's problems, you panicked whether you... More
What is the state of preparedness in companies for cyber threats?
Passivity is most punishable in cyber environments. Cyber threats are constantly changing, advancing and becoming more and more diverse. More
