scamHow (not) to play tanks and catch a backdoor
Cybercriminals have devised a new ruse: luring gamers to a modish crypto tank-game to gain full access to their computers.
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Tor Browser and anonymity: what you need to know
The Tor Browser is a bastion of online anonymity, yet even this tool can’t ensure complete privacy — and here’s why.
privacyHow to set up security and privacy in ASICS Runkeeper
A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the ASICS Runkeeper running app.
CarsHow millions of Kia cars could be tracked
A vulnerability in Kia’s web portal made it possible to hack cars and track their owners. All you needed was the car’s VIN number or just its license plate number.
How to set up security and privacy in adidas Running (Runtastic)
A detailed guide on setting up privacy in the adidas Running app.
Taking a selfie with your ID card — is it safe?
Many popular online services these days require a selfie with your ID card or passport to register. We explore whether taking such photos is safe (spoiler: it’s not) and how to minimize the risks.
How to set up security and privacy in MapMyRun
A detailed guide to configuring privacy settings in the MapMyRun fitness tracker.
How to set up security and privacy in Nike Run Club
This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in the Nike Run Club training app.
How to set up security and privacy in Strava
Want to keep your runs, rides, and hikes private on Strava? This guide will walk you through the essential privacy settings in this popular fitness app.
Run for your data: Privacy settings in jogging apps
Running apps know a lot about their users, so it’s worth setting them up to ensure your data doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. Here’s how.
passwordsHow to snoop on Apple Vision Pro user passwords
Recent research describes a method for snooping on what Apple Vision Pro users enter on the virtual keyboard.
online datingIs technology putting your relationships at risk?
The digital age has made meeting new people easier, but it also brings new risks. Online dating, social media, and messaging apps can open the door to both exploitation and abuse in relationships.
SambaSpy: a new remote access Trojan
We’ve discovered a new Trojan that’s very selective about its victims.
Busting digital superstitions
Even in 2024, the world is rife with digital paranoia and superstition. Is my smartphone tracking me? Will incognito mode make me invisible? This post answers these and lots of other related questions.
RockYou2024 and the four other largest data breaches in history
A breakdown of the most high-profile data leaks ever: from Yahoo to RockYou2024.
Privacy-Preserving Attribution technology by Mozilla
In the wake of Google and Facebook, Mozilla has introduced its own technology for replacing third-party cookies: let’s take a look at how privacy-preserving attribution works.
Meta wants to use your posts and photos to train AI… Or does it?
Training AI requires a colossal amount of data. Meta seems to have found a “brilliant” solution — using the personal data of its own users.
How hackers can crack your password in an hour
Almost six out of ten passwords can be cracked in less than an hour using either a modern graphics card or cloud services. All it costs is a few dollars and some free time. How this is possible and what to do about it is the topic of our study.
Setting up both security and privacy in WhatsApp
We discuss key aspects of WhatsApp’s security and privacy, and how to configure this messenger to enhance protection.
How to sell your TV without losing your shirt (and banking data)
Scammers posing as buyers are targeting sellers on message boards. We explain the details of this scam, and offer tips for safe online trading.