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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.

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1Password vs. NordPass: which password manager is best in 2025?

1Password and NordPass are among the most popular password managers so I went hands on to compare features and find out which offers the best value.
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Millions may be eligible for $6,000 in data breach settlement

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Microsoft passwords at risk as hackers exploit Google

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AdGuard VPN review: a fast sleeper hit for internet privacy

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The worst health care data breach in history just got worse

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Private Internet Access VPN review: a low-cost VPN for all your devices

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VPN Test: How to see if your VPN is working

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FBI to ‘remove’ this nasty malware that’s affected 2.5 million PCs

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The latest iMessage phishing scam is easy to fall for. Here’s how to avoid it

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Surfshark One Antivirus review: Can a VPN really protect against malware?

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PowerSchool hack could affect millions of K-12 students

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The Packers were targeted by hackers, putting credit cards in danger

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Sticky Password vs. Enpass: best one-time purchase password managers

Find out whether Sticky Password or Enpass is the best one-time purchase password manager that can autofill your logins forever.
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It was a horrible year for data breaches. These were the 5 worst in 2024

This was a historically awful year in data breaches. We saw some record-breaking breaches this year that got the attention of the public, involving hackers accessing some very sensitive information, including Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, and more. Let’s look back at the worst cybersecurity incidents of the year and let them encourage all […]
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Enpass review: a password manager that works everywhere

I reviewed Enpass, a password manager that lets me sync logins to my preferred cloud storage provider and take charge of login security.
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Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

Surfshark and Windscribe are VPNs that allow unlimited simultaneous connections at low prices, but you want the fastest and best overall.
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Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

I compared Surfshark and VPN Unlimited, VPN services with long-term plans that can cut your average monthly costs to a minimum.
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The massive LastPass hack from 2022 is still haunting us

The LastPass data breach happened back in 2022, but the ramifications of it are still playing out today.
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IPVanish review: an unlimited-device VPN with a few flaws

I reviewed IPVanish's VPN service, and weighed the value of subscription tiers against the features to find out if it's a good solution for you.
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F-Secure Total review: affordable antivirus solution lets you build custom plan

I went hands-on with F-Secure Total, a low-cost customizable antivirus solution to find out how well it protects your computer from malware.
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Eset Premium review: 2024 improvements aren’t enough

I reviewed Eset's Premium antivirus plan to find out if it offers enough value in malware protection, privacy, and customer support.
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Sticky Password review: the offline, on-device password manager

I reviewed Sticky Password, a low-cost password manager with unique features like offline mode and QR logins.
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Trend Micro review: strong antivirus protection that’s affordable

I reviewed Trend Micro's antivirus software with new AI antivirus protection to check if this low-cost cybersecurity suite offers good value.
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Proton VPN vs. Surfshark: best fast, full-featured VPN

Proton VPN and Surfshark are both great choices for content unblocking and privacy, so we went hands-on to find out which is best and why.
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Some older D-Link routers are vulnerable to attack

Older D-Link routers suffer a security flaw that exposes users to threats such as malware, DoS attacks, and more. See the reason why there is no fix.
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Proton VPN vs. Mullvad: Which is the best open-source VPN?

I compare Proton VPN Plus and Mullvad, two open-source VPNs with a strong privacy focus and fast servers worldwide, to find out which is best for you.
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LastPass review: Is this popular password manager still worth using?

I reviewed LastPass, a low-cost password manager with that supports a wide range of devices and offers convenient login sharing for families.
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Hackers were caught hiding password-stealing tricks in people’s physical mail

It's not how you're used to hearing about stolen passwords, but hackers are now targeting your physical mailbox to steal your sensitive data and more.
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Mullvad vs. Windscribe: best VPN for monthly service

Unlike most VPNs, Mullvad and Windscribe offer great deals without requiring an annual subscription — but which is best for you?
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If you use one of these passwords, hackers will love you

Password manager NordPass released its annual list of the most popular passwords, and the results are nothing short of shocking.
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Security experts warn of new hacker strategy targeting Windows drivers

A new BYOVD attack ends with an infostealer and cryptominer inserted into your Windows PC. The threat campaign named SteelFox uses fake activators.
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Here are the top five tips for cybersecurity awareness month

We've teamed up with MacPaw to bring you some essential cybersecurity tips for the month of cybersecurity awareness. We could all stand to be more vigilant.
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Apple will pay up to $1M to anyone who hacks its AI cloud

Apple is challenging security researchers to try and hack its AI cloud, and there's a huge bounty up for grabs.
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100 million affected in worst U.S. health care data breach of all time

We knew the UnitedHealth Group cyberattack from earlier this year was bad. But now we know just how all-encompassing the incident really was.