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fromThe Hacker News
10 hours ago

Google Rolls Out DBSC in Chrome 146 to Block Session Theft on Windows

Google's Device Bound Session Credentials enhance security for Chrome users by tying authentication sessions to specific devices, combating session theft.
#cybersecurity
fromZDNET
1 hour ago
Information security

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

fromTechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

Information security
fromZDNET
1 hour ago

Your router may be vulnerable to Russian hackers, FBI warns: 5 steps to take now

FBI and NSA warn of Russian hackers targeting vulnerable routers, urging users to update firmware and strengthen passwords.
Information security
fromTechSpot
23 hours ago

Hackers are turning home routers into tools to spy on Microsoft 365 users

Forest Blizzard hackers exploit insecure routers to compromise devices and intercept traffic, targeting Microsoft 365 domains for sensitive data.
EU data protection
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Europe's cyber agency blames hacking gangs for massive data breach and leak | TechCrunch

A cybercriminal group known as TeamPCP hacked the EU's executive body, stealing 92 gigabytes of data, including personal information.
Information security
fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Thousands of consumer routers hacked by Russia's military

Russian military hackers are exploiting consumer routers to harvest passwords and credentials for espionage, affecting thousands of devices globally.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
6 days ago

European Commission Confirms Data Breach Linked to Trivy Supply Chain Attack

Hackers stole over 300GB of data from the European Commission's AWS environment using a compromised API key from the Trivy supply chain attack.
fromTechzine Global
3 hours ago

Hospital modernizes data protection with Synology ActiveProtect

The most significant outcome of St. Nikolaus-Hospital's switch to a Synology ActiveProtect Appliance is undoubtedly the ROI reported by the hospital. De Sélys and Bovy expect a 238 percent increase in ROI over the next five years.
Healthcare
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Men Are Buying Hacking Tools to Use Against Their Wives and Friends

Telegram groups facilitate the sale of hacking and surveillance services, promoting abusive content targeting women and girls.
#ai
Information security
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic is giving some firms access to Claude Mythos to bolster cybersecurity defenses | Fortune

Anthropic is providing access to its advanced AI model, Claude Mythos, to enhance cybersecurity defenses among major tech firms.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
18 hours ago

What Are Security Experts Saying About Claude Mythos and Project Glasswing?

Claude Mythos Preview enhances vulnerability detection but poses risks if misused by cybercriminals, prompting Anthropic to limit its public release.
Information security
fromFortune
2 days ago

Anthropic is giving some firms access to Claude Mythos to bolster cybersecurity defenses | Fortune

Anthropic is providing access to its advanced AI model, Claude Mythos, to enhance cybersecurity defenses among major tech firms.
Information security
fromEngadget
1 hour ago

Google adds E2E encryption to Gmail for iOS and Android enterprise users

End-to-end encryption for Gmail on Android and iOS is now available for enterprise users, enhancing privacy and security for email communication.
Privacy professionals
fromSilicon Canals
1 week ago

A money-transfer app stored customer passports on an unencrypted, publicly accessible server for nearly five years - Silicon Canals

Fintech companies face regulatory pressure to collect identity documents but lack enforceable obligations to protect them, leading to data breaches.
#data-breach
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

300,000 People Impacted by Eurail Data Breach

Eurail is notifying over 300,000 customers about a data breach that exposed personal information, including names and passport numbers.
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

300,000 People Impacted by Eurail Data Breach

Eurail is notifying over 300,000 customers about a data breach that exposed personal information, including names and passport numbers.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

WireGuard VPN developer can't ship software updates after Microsoft locks account | TechCrunch

WireGuard is locked out of its Microsoft developer account, preventing critical software updates for Windows users.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
5 hours ago

Android trojan linked to Cambodia following anomalous DNS spike

A banking Trojan operating from Cambodia registers 35 new domains monthly, targeting users in 21 countries and exploiting fake apps for fraud.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

How our digital devices are putting our right to privacy at risk

Digital convenience comes at the cost of personal data privacy, raising concerns about its potential use against individuals by law enforcement.
Privacy professionals
fromZDNET
1 week ago

I turned to PrivacyBee to clean up my data - here's how it made me disappear

PrivacyBee is preferred for its comprehensive data removal services and user-friendly management tools.
Europe news
fromComputerworld
3 weeks ago

Most Europeans fear Trump could cut off digital services

Europeans are increasingly worried about dependence on American technology and the potential for restricted access to digital services.
#digital-wallet
EU data protection
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Europe Gets Serious About Age Verification Online

Five EU countries are testing a digital wallet for age verification, but progress varies significantly among them.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Ireland is testing out a digital wallet that conducts age verification for social media users

Ireland is trialing a Government Digital Wallet to verify user age for social media access, aiming for user-friendly design before its 2026 EU deadline.
EU data protection
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Europe Gets Serious About Age Verification Online

Five EU countries are testing a digital wallet for age verification, but progress varies significantly among them.
EU data protection
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Ireland is testing out a digital wallet that conducts age verification for social media users

Ireland is trialing a Government Digital Wallet to verify user age for social media access, aiming for user-friendly design before its 2026 EU deadline.
#vpn
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Get two years of Surfshark VPN for up to 87 percent off

Surfshark One two-year plan offers major discounts, bundling fast VPN service with antivirus, breach alerts, private search, and unlimited device connections for about $2.49/month.
Gadgets
fromPopular Science
2 months ago

A $39.97 VPN bundle that aims to simplify online privacy

AdGuard VPN + Ad Blocker provides VPN encryption, ad and threat blocking, DNS leak protection, multi-device support for secure remote and public Wi‑Fi.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

Using a VPN May Subject You to NSA Spying

Using commercial VPNs may expose Americans to foreign surveillance laws, risking their constitutional protections against warrantless government spying.
Privacy technologies
fromTNW | Insights
5 days ago

LinkedIn secretly scans 6,000+ browser extensions and fingerprints your device

LinkedIn's hidden JavaScript routine collects extensive user data without disclosure, raising concerns about covert surveillance practices.
fromTechCrunch
2 weeks ago

Convicted spyware chief hints that Greece's government was behind dozens of phone hacks | TechCrunch

I believe a conviction without evidence is not ⁠justice, it could be part of a cover-up and even a crime. I am willing to share evidence with national and international regulators.
Privacy professionals
EU data protection
fromSecurityWeek
1 week ago

European Commission Reports Cyber Intrusion and Data Theft

The European Commission confirmed a cyberattack that compromised its cloud infrastructure, resulting in the theft of hundreds of gigabytes of data.
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

German Police Unmask REvil Ransomware Leader

Daniil Maksimovich Shchukin, 31, of Krasnodarskiy, Russia, led the two ransomware operations between early 2019 and mid-2021, involved in 130 extortion attempts.
Information security
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

If You Don't Have One, I Recommend a Free Dark Web Monitoring Service

Dark web monitoring services track compromised data across public hacker forums and databases to alert users when their personal information appears in breaches, though most breached data is found on the clear web rather than the dark web itself.
Information security
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Russian government hackers broke into thousands of home routers to steal passwords | TechCrunch

Russian hackers hijacked thousands of routers globally to redirect internet traffic and steal passwords and access tokens.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago

Firefox is adding a free VPN for all users - but can you trust it?

Mozilla is launching a free VPN for Firefox users, available March 24, with limitations on data usage.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Do You Need an Identity Protection Service for Safe Browsing?

Identity theft protection services function as insurance products offering reactive compensation for damages rather than active prevention, with coverage details and sub-benefit caps critically affecting actual protection value.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
3 days ago

The Hidden Cost of Recurring Credential Incidents

Credential incidents cause significant operational costs and disruptions, impacting IT teams and overall business productivity beyond just breach prevention.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

You're being tracked online - 9 easy ways to stop the surveillance

Reducing online tracking is possible through careful browser choice, VPNs, and anti-tracking software.
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

World Cloud Security Day: Breaking Down the State of the Cloud Cybersecurity and Physical Security

"World Cloud Security Day is a useful reminder to recognize how much cloud risk now comes down to everyday access decisions and overlooked misconfigurations," says James Maude, Field CTO at BeyondTrust.
Information security
Privacy technologies
fromSecuritymagazine
3 weeks ago

Fear of Surveillance Leads to Increased VPN Use

36% of U.S. adults use VPNs, primarily to prevent tracking by private companies (65%) and government surveillance (35%), with privacy and security cited as the dominant motivation by 65% of users.
#vpn-security
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

A guide to free VPNs: What you need to know, and what services to avoid

fromZDNET
4 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

10+ VPN tricks and tips I recommend to everyone (whether for personal or business use)

fromZDNET
4 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

A guide to free VPNs: What you need to know, and what services to avoid

fromZDNET
4 weeks ago
Privacy technologies

10+ VPN tricks and tips I recommend to everyone (whether for personal or business use)

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Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

How to delete or hide yourself from the internet - 11 effective ways (and most are free)

Digital privacy requires constant attention as personal data persists online long after deletion, affecting career, reputation, and relationships through old posts, photos, and search history exploitation.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

How to delete or hide yourself from the internet - 11 effective ways (and most are free)

Digital privacy requires constant attention as personal data persists online long after deletion, affecting career, reputation, and relationships through old posts, photos, and search history exploitation.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

How to delete or hide yourself from the internet - 11 effective ways (and most are free)

Digital privacy requires constant attention as personal data persists online long after deletion, affecting career, reputation, and relationships through old posts, photos, and search history exploitation.
Privacy technologies
fromZDNET
4 weeks ago

How to delete or hide yourself from the internet - 11 effective ways (and most are free)

Digital privacy requires constant attention as personal data persists online long after deletion, affecting career, reputation, and relationships through old posts, photos, and search history exploitation.
Privacy technologies
fromTech Times
4 weeks ago

Top Strategies to Protect Your Online Privacy from AI Tracking and Data Collection

Implement VPNs, two-factor authentication, app permission audits, and tracker blockers to protect personal data from AI-driven monitoring and unauthorized collection.
fromwww.engadget.com
2 months ago

The best VPNs with free trials in 2026

A free trial to a virtual private network (VPN) can mean a few different things. Several of the best VPNs let you try them out without paying. A rare few, and only one on this list, let you try them without submitting payment information at all. Some VPNs have forever free plans that let you use them indefinitely without paying, as long as you're OK with some limits.
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Information security
fromZDNET
3 weeks ago

I tested NordVPN's free scam checker against a real threat in my inbox - here's how it did

NordVPN launched a free AI-powered scam checker tool that detects suspicious links, files, text, and images by identifying malicious databases and common scam patterns like scare tactics and artificial urgency.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

How much do VPNs cost?

Compare VPNs using the same subscription duration and tier to avoid misleading advertised monthly rates and identify fair value.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 months ago

How to turn off a VPN on iPhone

An iPhone VPN can be disconnected via the VPN app, Settings, or Control Center, or deleted to prevent it from reactivating.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
1 month ago

How business travelers overcome geo-blocking while abroad

Geo-blocking restricts international business travelers from accessing essential cloud-based tools and financial systems, creating significant productivity losses for East Bay companies operating remotely across borders.
fromCoindesk
2 months ago

Privacy

This Privacy Notice applies to all personal information processed by CoinDesk, including its affiliates and subsidiaries (" CoinDesk," " we," " us," or " our "). It covers the information CoinDesk collects through the websites, mobile applications, electronic devices, all other products and services we provide, any other services that display this Privacy Notice, all of the associated content, functionalities, and advertising, and when you communicate with us by phone, email, or otherwise (collectively, the " Services ").
Privacy professionals
EU data protection
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

Hackers Offer to Sell Millions of Eurail User Records - DataBreaches.Net

Eurail suffered a mid-January breach exposing customers' personal, order, travel reservation, and passport information, and possibly seat reservation data.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
7 months ago

The best VPN deals: Up to 87 percent off ProtonVPN, Surfshark, ExpressVPN, NordVPN and more

Long-term VPN plans often offer steep discounts, making annual or multi-year subscriptions substantially cheaper while adding privacy and extra security features.
Privacy technologies
fromFox News
2 months ago

5 tech terms that shape your online privacy

Limit app permissions, especially location, microphone, and photo access, and regularly adjust device privacy settings to prevent background data collection.
fromThe Hacker News
2 months ago

Google Disrupts IPIDEA - One of the World's Largest Residential Proxy Networks

Residential proxy networks have become a pervasive tool for everything from high-end espionage to massive criminal schemes,
Information security
Information security
fromDataBreaches.Net
1 month ago

Data Protection Failures on Moldovan Portals Leave Citizens at Risk - DataBreaches.Net

Moldova's government job portal exposed thousands of applicants' personal records for years through an unauthenticated, URL-indexed repository requiring only simple URL manipulation.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Proton VPN two-year subscriptions are 70 percent off right now

Proton VPN Plus is available for $2.99/month on a two-year plan, billed $72 upfront, offering strong privacy, fast speeds, and extensive features.
Information security
fromZDNET
2 months ago

7 apps I use to lock down, encrypt, and store my private files - and most are free

Use dedicated file-and-folder security apps across devices, stay vigilant about sharing and access, and keep operating systems and apps up to date.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
2 months ago

This new privacy-focused phone service is designed to keep your phone from getting hacked

Cape is a US-wide privacy-focused cellphone carrier that prevents SIM swapping and IMSI-catcher surveillance while minimizing customer data collection and encrypting voicemails.
Information security
fromDataBreaches.Net
2 months ago

Hungarian and Romanian Police Detain Young Hackers over Fake Threat Calls - DataBreaches.Net

Four young hackers were targeted by Hungarian and Romanian police for making false, intimidating calls involving swatting, doxing, and bomb and murder threats via Discord.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
2 months ago

Surfshark VPN deal: Get up to 87 percent off two-year plans

Surfshark One discounted to about $2.29–$2.49/month for 27 months, bundling VPN, antivirus, breach alerts, private search, and unlimited device connections.
Information security
fromEmptywheel
2 months ago

"Tor Stinks" ... because It Requires Manual (Digital) Tails

Tor resists systematic de-anonymization; NSA can de-anonymize only a very small fraction manually and cannot reliably combine Tor attacks with passive SIGINT.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

WhatsApp is rolling out a new stricter security setting to protect users from cyber attacts | TechCrunch

WhatsApp added Strict Account Settings to lock profiles, block unknown media and calls, enable two-step verification, and limit group additions to reduce cyberattack risk.
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