#digital-security

#digital-security

Scammers are increasingly utilizing deepfake technology to impersonate public figures and defraud individuals out of their savings.

Fraudsters are increasingly using AI technology to impersonate family and friends, creating realistic scenarios that pressure victims into sending money quickly.

Manufacturers legally required to enhance security of smart devices by banning weak default passwords and ensuring transparency in security updates.

NIST provides clear cybersecurity guidance for protecting homes and businesses by emphasizing strong, complex passwords.

Cynomi is addressing the increasing cybersecurity needs of small and medium businesses with its AI-powered virtual CISO.

The EU is providing burner devices to employees traveling to the US due to espionage concerns.

Cybersecurity marketing creates a fear-driven user cycle that fosters helplessness and insecurity rather than empowering individuals to understand and manage their online safety.

Using nearby logins in 1Password enhances convenience amid identity issues.

1Password addresses challenges of linking logins to various apps.

Passkeys are being adopted to replace passwords but face barriers to user understanding and seamless implementation.

Transitioning to passkeys necessitates a strategic approach due to existing complications.

Continuous refinement of the SSD guide is essential for maintaining relevance and usability in a rapidly changing tech landscape.

The Markup's Blacklight tool encounters a timeout bug that disrupts user privacy analysis, prompting a team effort to enhance its scanning capabilities.

The Markup emphasizes the importance of web scraping for data journalism while navigating legal risks, especially in the EU.

Using a protective privacy screen for your phone can help keep texts and sensitive information private.

Paragon Solutions is linked to alleged spyware deployments by various governments according to a Citizen Lab report.

Academics are increasingly using burner phones and minimal tech at conferences due to fears of government surveillance upon returning to the U.S.

Quantum computing poses a threat to current cryptographic techniques, pushing the need for post-quantum security solutions like EJBCA.

Cryptography evolved from secret writing to securing digital information, essential for personal privacy and online security today.