Why are current smart TVs still dumb enough to be hacked?
Our smart TVs are amazing devices, able to stream on-demand music and movies, let us surf the web, and even control our smart home devices. But these features come at the cost of security and many of us don't even know there's a risk. Can our smart TVs be hacked? And if so, what can we do about it?
Digital Trends Live: Tesla Model Y, The Missing Link, and good digital hygiene
On episode 89 of Digital Trends Live, we discussed trending topics such as the unveiling of the Tesla Model Y and Google's keynote at the Game Developers Conference. We were also joined by Andrew Rossow to discuss good digital hygiene in the age of online trolling and cyberbullying.
Bethesda explains why ‘Fallout 76’ players using secret room are banned
Following a series of bans in Fallout 76 brought on by players entering a secret room in the game, Bethesda has explain exactly why these players' accounts have been temporarily deactivated. An investigation is underway, but it's believed that third-party programs are needed to access the room.
PlayStation Classic hacked in less than a week to play games via USB drive
Hackers have already managed to crack the PlayStation Classic, with programs now available to allow users to play additional original PlayStation games on the system via a USB drive. A lack of security measures on the console appears to be responsible for the very quick turnaround.
Someone hacking your smart home? The Dojo glows to let you know
The Dojo is a pet rock that monitors your smart-home devices and glows different colors to alert you to potential cyberattacks.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
How secure is your iPhone? According to security researchers, it may be collecting more personal information than you think.
Half of Google Chrome extensions may be collecting your personal data
Data risk management company Incogni has found that half of every installed Google Chrome extension have a high to very high risk of collecting personal data.
Update Windows now — Microsoft just fixed several dangerous exploits
Microsoft has just fixed a whole lot of dangerous vulnerabilities as part of its latest Windows patch.
This Chrome extension lets hackers remotely seize your PC
Malicious extensions on Google Chrome are being used by hackers remotely in an effort to steal sensitive information.
DuckDuckGo’s new browser could help keep Mac users safe on the web
DuckDuckGo's privacy-first web browser has moved from the iPhone to the Mac and it might have even more security and safety than Apple's Safari.
Microsoft data breach exposed sensitive data of 65,000 companies
Microsoft is in a disagreement with a security research firm regarding how a recent breach of its servers has been handled.
Typos can get you hacked in latest cybersecurity threat
Fake websites look just like the real ones, but steal your logins, harvest cryptocurrency, and infect your computer and phone in the latest cybersecurity threat.
Apple Security Research website launches to protect your Mac
Apple is making it easier to research security flaws in macOS and iOS with its new website, which also serves as a reporting hub and information resource.
Hackers are infiltrating news websites to spread malware
The latest cybersecurity attack takes advantage of your trust in news sites and your browser to trick you into downloading malware.
This Wi-Fi security flaw could let drones track devices through walls
A research team from University of Waterloo has attached a device to a drone that can uses vulnerabilities in Wi-Fi networks to see through walls.
Here’s how much faster Nvidia’s RTX 4090 is at cracking passwords
You need to start using 2FA and a password manager since the latest research shows how much faster Nvidia’s RTX 4090 is at cracking passwords.
Are Windows 11 security features killing your gaming performance? You might be surprised
Windows 11's security features kill your gaming performance, right? Microsoft brought this year-old issue back up, and we think it is high time to revisit it.
Passwords are hard and people are lazy, new report shows
Survey finds that online security is too difficult and most of us simply won't bother with multiple,strong and unique passwords.