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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.
AI can now steal your passwords with almost 100% accuracy — here’s how
Researchers have discovered a devious new way for AI to steal your passwords, and it's almost 100% accurate.
Chinese hackers targeting critical U.S. infrastructure, Microsoft warns
A state-sponsored Chinese hacking group has been spying on a large number of critical infrastructure organizations in the U.S., Microsoft said on Wednesday.
What are passkeys? How they’ll replace your passwords forever
Remembering passwords is a thing of the past, as smartphone users can now rely on passkeys stored on their phones. Plus, it can be enabled with ease.
These embarrassing passwords got celebrities hacked
Many celebrities have proven that they are just as lazy with their passwords as we are. Here are some famous passwords that have leaked online.
Hackers may have stolen the master key to another password manager
KeePass is a popular password manager, but it is vulnerable to a newly discovered exploit that could let hackers steal your master password in plain text.
Hackers are using a devious new trick to infect your devices
Two new website domain name extensions have just been launched, and hackers are already abusing them to trick people into downloading malicious files.
Microsoft just gave you a new way to stay safe from viruses
Password-protected viruses have long been a tactic for hackers to evade detection, but Microsoft has just unleashed a new way of putting them to the sword.
A massive data breach has left Intel scrambling for solutions
MSI suffered a major data breach, but it's not the only company impacted -- all Intel users may be at risk.
This clever browser extension could banish viruses for good
Staying safe online can sometimes be a hassle, but a new browser extension could protect you from malware without interrupting your day or slowing things down.
FBI disables Russian malware operation targeting foreign governments
The FBI has successfully disrupted a malware operation that allowed Russian spies to steal sensitive information from foreign governments over many years.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.