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Dangerous new Android banking trojan uses fake Google Play updates to take over your phone — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are using the new Antidot banking trojan to steal text messages, passwords and more from vulnerable Android phones.
Update Chrome right now — four zero-day flaws used by hackers have already been patched this month
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers have figured out how to weaponize four recent zero-day flaws in Chrome but Google has released timely fixes for all of them.
Hackers have leaked the criminal records of millions of Americans online — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
A database containing the criminal records and personal info of millions of Americans has been leaked online. Here’s what you need to know and how to stay safe if you’re impacted.
What is a DNS leak and how to prevent it
By Krishi Chowdhary last updated
DNS dangers A DNS leak can ruin your day – and threaten your online security. Here's my quick guide to avoiding them (and why they happen).
What is Q-Day?
By Sam Dawson published
A deep dive into what Q-Day is, and the impact it will have on encryption as we know it
Gen Z and Millenials are more concerned about cyber attacks – 5 tips to keep you safe
By Olivia Powell published
If you're worried about hackers and cyberattacks, try these 5 simple tips to keep yourself safe wherever you go.
Microsoft just patched a ton of Windows security flaws including two dangerous zero-days — update your PC right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Microsoft has fixed a total of 61 new security flaws in Windows including two actively exploited zero-days as part of this month’s Patch Tuesday updates.
Google just released emergency Chrome fix for zero-day bug being used by hackers — update right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Yet another Chrome zero-day vulnerability has been discovered and subsequently patched by Google to keep its users safe online.
This Android malware is stealing passwords by impersonating popular apps like Instagram and Snapchat — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
The malicious app used in this new malware campaign hides in plain sight by using the logos, names and icons of other popular apps and services.
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