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WhatsApp Reveals Bug that Enabled Targeted Attacks on Apple Users
The campaign reportedly targeted users of the Mac and iOS versions of WhatsApp, and has been active for 90 days.
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Enter our $250 sweepstakes when you finish our annual survey on antivirus software and security suites, for home and work, and on your desktop PCs or mobile devices.
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Lose Your Device, Lose Your Accounts? Not If You Back Up Your Passkeys
Passkeys are more secure than passwords since they’re tied to a device, but what if you lose your phone? The trick lies in how you generate passkeys in the first place.
1 day ago
Think You’ve Been Hacked? Here’s What You Must Do Before It’s Too Late
Stolen passwords, hijacked email accounts, and compromised credit cards can wreak havoc on your life. If you’ve already been hacked, time is critical. We’ll show you exactly how to take control, recover fast, and lock things down to prevent it from happening again.
1 day ago
Labor Day Security Deal: 33% off a Malwarebytes Premium Subscription
While Malwarebytes has a free version, it’s worth getting the Premium version for its real-time malware protection. You can do so now for under $40 thanks to today’s deal.
2 days ago
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2 days ago
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Lock It Down: 12 Simple Ways to Secure Your Online Life
These days, every bit of info about you is for sale: your identity, your passwords, your browsing habits, even your address and phone number. These tips can easily help you take back control and keep your data safe.
2 days ago
Think You’re Safe on Public Wi-Fi? Not Without These 12 Must-Know Tips
Public Wi-Fi hotspots can be a goldmine for hackers. By following our simple security advice, you can protect yourself from identity theft and data loss—and surf safely instead of risking a digital disaster.
2 days ago
Your Credit Data’s Been Stolen and the Feds Just Left Your Info Out in the Open. What’s Next?
Welcome to the new normal in cybersecurity. On the plus side, everyone’s offering you two years of free identity theft monitoring for losing your data!
2 days ago
By
Alan Henry
Rate the VPN Service or Services You Use for Online Privacy
Do you use a virtual private network to protect yourself at home or work? Prefer a secure, private browser? Or perhaps you run an IT department and deploy a VPN? Help us determine which brands are the best for a chance to win.
2 days ago
We Can’t Keep This Deal Private: Save 40% Off the Editors’ Choice-Winning NordVPN
NordVPN’s formidable suite of features can protect your traffic, scan for malware, and more. Now you can get a one-year subscription for $20 less.
2 days ago
By
George Yang
Our survey finds 75% of US adults worry about privacy while on vacation, but few are using tools like VPNs, ad blockers, or password managers.
3 days ago
The Best Proxy Services for 2025
The best proxies we’ve tested are easy to use and offer affordable plans that will fit into your advertising, development, or content generation budget.
3 days ago
By
Kim Key
Your VPN Might Be Spying on You—Here’s How to Tell
A VPN is supposed to protect your privacy, not monitor your activity. Learn how to know if your VPN is keeping logs of your online behavior, why it matters, and what you can do about it.
3 days ago
TransUnion Data Breach Exposes Data of 4.4 Million People
After targeting a third-party application used by TransUnion, hackers accessed some personal data, but it doesn’t include credit reports or core credit information, TransUnion says.
3 days ago
By
Jibin Joseph
Your Data Is Already Out There. Can a VPN Do Anything About It?
Data breaches are on the rise. While a VPN can’t prevent such an attack, it can help you mitigate the risk. Here’s how.
4 days ago
US Campaign Aims to Eject China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ Hackers From Telecom Networks
The FBI, NSA, and partner agencies in the UK, Germany, and Japan are sharing technical details to help companies protect their systems from China’s ‘Salt Typhoon’ hacking group.
4 days ago
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Michael Kan
The Best Mac Antivirus Software for 2025
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4 days ago
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Antivirus apps protect your PC’s personal information, data, bank accounts, and much more. We’ve tested more than two dozen utilities to help you choose the best antivirus for your needs.
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