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Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Breaches and leaks, once rare and relatively low-impact, have become commonplace, rendering our personal data more vulnerable than ever. Everything from your Social Security number to your health information now lives online, and though it may prove difficult to avoid such attacks, staying up to date on the latest news and security practices is the first step in prevention. Thankfully, we’ve rounded up all our news, guides, and cybersecurity coverage in one central location.
If you have a Gigabyte motherboard, your PC might stealthily download malware
If you own a Gigabyte motherboard, your system might be at risk. Researchers spotted a dangerous vulnerability in the firmware. Fortunately, there's a fix.
No, 1Password wasn’t hacked – here’s what really happened
1Password users recently got a worrying alert saying their password manager Secret Keys had been changed behind their backs. Yet all was not what it seemed.
Your Windows 11 screenshots may not be as private as you thought
Your Windows 11 screenshots may not be as private as you thought
Windows 11's default screenshot app, the Snipping Tool, has a bug that can leave portions of your cropped screenshots intact and recoverable.
These Android apps are spying on you — and there’s no easy way to stop them
Recent research has uncovered just how dangerous and easily accessible spyware apps are. These apps are a ticking privacy time bomb with little recourse.
Akamai foils massive DDoS attack in Asia that reached 900Gbps
Akamai foils massive DDoS attack in Asia that reached 900Gbps
The largest DDoS attack in the Asia-Pacific region has just been mitigated before it could cause any serious damage. Here's what happened.
If you use this free password manager, your passwords might be at risk
If you use this free password manager, your passwords might be at risk
Researchers just found a new, potentially dangerous flaw within Bitwarden, an open-source password manager.
This devious scam app proves that Macs aren’t bulletproof
This devious scam app proves that Macs aren’t bulletproof
Do you download pirated apps on your Mac? Be careful, as new research shows infected apps can hijack your Mac to mine cryptocurrencies virtually undetected.
SMS 2FA is insecure and bad — use these 5 great authenticator apps instead
You should be utilizing two-factor authentication on your accounts whenever possible. These apps help you secure your accounts with ease.
This major Apple bug could let hackers steal your photos and wipe your device
This major Apple bug could let hackers steal your photos and wipe your device
Hackers have found a way to break into your Apple device and steal your photos, access your camera, and even wipe your device’s contents. Update it now.
AMD Ryzen Master has a bug that can let someone take full control of your PC
AMD Ryzen Master has a bug that can let someone take full control of your PC
A dangerous vulnerability was found in AMD's Ryzen Master software. If you're using it, you should act quickly.
Hackers used 30,000 computers for record-breaking DDoS attack
Hackers used 30,000 computers for record-breaking DDoS attack
With just 30,000 bots, hackers managed to launch the larger DDoS attack ever recorded, the latest in an ever-growing challenge to content delivery networks.
Experts fear ChatGPT will soon be used in devastating cyberattacks
Experts fear ChatGPT will soon be used in devastating cyberattacks
ChatGPT is changing the world, but some IT leaders are worried about its malicious misuse in massive cyberattacks -- some of which may already be underway.
Hackers dug deep in the massive LastPass security breach
Hackers dug deep in the massive LastPass security breach
The November LastPass cybersecurity breach was worse than previously reported and hackers stole data from several other GoTo products and services.
If you use PayPal, your personal data may have been compromised
If you use PayPal, your personal data may have been compromised
PayPal has recently suffered a massive data breach that might have left tens of thousands of users at risk of identity theft.
Hackers stole $1.5 million using credit card data bought on the dark web
Hackers stole $1.5 million using credit card data bought on the dark web
A criminal network worthy of a movie managed to steal over $1 million from thousands of credit cards posted on the dark web.
Brits told not to mail anything abroad after cyber incident
Brits told not to mail anything abroad after cyber incident
A cyber incident has prompted the U.K.’s Royal Mail to ask the nation’s 67 million citizens not to send anything overseas for the time being.
What Apple’s iCloud encryption update really means — and why you should care
You will soon be able to protect your sensitive iCloud data with end-to-end encryption. That's a huge upgrade and finally justifies Apple's tall privacy claims.
This free service just hit a huge website security milestone
This free service just hit a huge website security milestone
A major milestone has been reached in website security thanks to free certificates provided by a little-known non-profit organization called Let's Encrypt.
Hackers’ Cyber Monday deals will be unbelievably good
Hackers’ Cyber Monday deals will be unbelievably good
Beware the deal that looks to good to be true because hackers know you're eager for big discounts on great products, the perfect recipe for a scam.
Why GPS is critical to your smartphone — and desperately needs an overhaul
You probably use GPS on your phone every single day. The tech is important, highly flexible, and very prone to cybersecurity attacks.
Hacker ranks explode — here’s how you can protect yourself
Hacker ranks explode — here’s how you can protect yourself
Microsoft's Digital Defense report warns of a wave of new hackers and cybersecurity threats and tells you how to stop them.
Hackers sink to new low by stealing Discord accounts in ransomware attacks
Hackers sink to new low by stealing Discord accounts in ransomware attacks
AXLocker is a new ransomware attack that not only encrypts your files -- it also attempts to steal your Discord account, giving you 48 hours to respond.
Your iPhone may be collecting more personal data than you realize
Your iPhone may be collecting more personal data than you realize
How secure is your iPhone? According to security researchers, it may be collecting more personal information than you think.