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It Turns Out Marriott Wasn't Using Encryption Before Huge Data Breach
The hotel chain quietly updated its website with the information after a judge ordered it, but how did this fly under the radar for more than five years?
US Warns of Pro-Russian Hacktivists Targeting Water, Energy Systems
US cyber authorities say hackers are trying to infiltrate IT systems at wastewater treatment, energy, and agriculture facilities. But there's a relatively easy fix.
The Best VPN Services for 2024
Using a VPN, or virtual private network, is one of the best ways to protect your online privacy. We've tested and reviewed dozens of them, and these are our top picks.
Supreme Court Rejects Request to Block Texas Age-Verification Law for Porn Sites
Lobbyists for the porn industry and the ACLU had urged the Supreme Court to intervene, arguing the Texas law violates First Amendment rights and forces people to hand over sensitive info.
Aura Review
Aura offers broad identity and privacy protection system, but its local device protection doesn’t make the grade.
Senators: Car Companies Are Giving Location Data to Police Without a Warrant
The Democratic senators call on the FTC to investigate eight automakers for handing over users' location data with only a subpoena rather than a court-issued warrant.
Congress Votes to Strengthen Measures Against Online Child Sexual Exploitation
The REPORT Act requires online platforms to keep evidence longer and extends immunity to child victims and their representatives for reporting their own images.
UnitedHealth: Hackers Exploited Remote-Access Software for Ransomware Attack
UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty confirms the company paid a ransom and says a 'substantial proportion of people in America' may be impacted by the February attack.
FBI to Online Daters: Watch Out for Verification Scams
Scammers are catfishing online daters into signing up for fake verification systems, ostensibly to weed out sex offenders, according to the FBI.
The Best Antivirus Deals for May 2024: Protect Your Peace of Mind for Less
Award-winning cybersecurity that protects your most valuable personal information doesn’t have to cost a small fortune.
RIP 'Admin'? UK Cracks Down on Weak, Default Passwords for IoT Devices
The Product Security and Telecommunications Act (PSTIA) requires devices makers to either remove simple default passwords or prompt the user to create a password upon setup.
Discord Takes Down Data-Scraping Site That Tracked, Spied on Users
A third-party surveillance tool tracked millions of Discord users across servers. Discord dismantled the site, but SpyPet's admin promises the tool will make a comeback.
FTC Accuses Jeff Bezos, Amazon CEO of Destroying Text Messages
Amazon says Bezos and execs started using Signal after Bezos’ phone was hacked in 2019 and claims it provided all necessary messages to regulators.
Many Apple IDs Were Unexpectedly Reset Last Night
Apple hasn't commented and its System Status web page doesn't list any issues with any services.
The Fastest VPNs for 2024
A VPN almost certainly won't make your internet connection faster, but some have far less impact on speeds than others. These are the fastest VPNs we've tested.
Apple Pulls 3 Generative AI Apps Being Used to Make Deepfake Nudes
Developers are reportedly promoting these apps via Instagram ads with taglines like 'undress any girl for free' and 'any clothing delete.'
The Best Free VPNs for 2024
If you're short on cash, you can still use a VPN to improve your privacy online. Here's everything you need to know about what you get (and don't get) with the best free VPN services we've tested.
New Android Trojan Malware Targets Bank Accounts With Fake Chrome Updates
'Brokewell' malware allows attackers to spy on, steal cookies from, or take control of Android mobile devices for financial gain.
The Best VPNs for TikTok in 2024
Worried about the potential TikTok ban in the United States next year? These are the top VPNs for getting around it.
Google Preps Fix for Bug That Exposes Gmail, Drive Accounts on Android TVs
Gaining access to a Gmail account requires a few steps, but for someone eager enough to read your emails or Drive files, it's a relatively easy way to be a creep.
