Amber Bouman

Amber Bouman

Senior Editor Security

Amber Bouman is the senior editor for security at Tom's Guide where she covers everything from home security cameras and identity theft to password breaches, password managers and antivirus software. 

Previous to joining the Tom's Guide team, Amber spent two years covering parenting technology at Reviewed. She also spent five years as a parenting editor and community manager at Engadget, and has worked at TechHive, Wirecutter, Maximum PC and PC World covering smartphones, parenting tech, B2B, PC builds, tech accessories, apps and more. 

A California native, Amber currently lives in rural New England and has been testing apps and products for over fifteen years. She has worked as a consumer advocate, helping find resolutions for common customer problems. As a former comment moderator and community editor, she became invested in the topics of internet security and safety, identity theft, online disinformation and the safety of women and marginalized communities online. 

Latest articles by Amber Bouman

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FBI tells iPhone and Android users to stop texting each other amid major security breach

By Amber Bouman published

The FBI is warning Americans that they should use an encrypted messaging app instead of texting following a string of data breaches at US telecoms.

Android Phones
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Hackers are now using corrupted files to bypass your antivirus software — how to stay safe

By Amber Bouman published

Hackers are now using broken and corrupt files to spread malware since antivirus software struggles to scan them.

Malware & Adware
Netflix logo on a TV screen with a remote pointing at it

Massive Netflix scam is stealing account and credit card info from users in 23 countries

By Amber Bouman published

Scammers are sending out text messages about your Netflix account to try and steal your password and your payment info.

Online Security
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New scam says your Apple ID is suspended — watch out for this attack

By Amber Bouman last updated

This new wave of phishing emails currently making the rounds online is the latest attempt by hackers to get their hands on your Apple ID and your login credentials.

Online Security
Malware

This popular Windows utility for ZIP files has a dangerous vulnerability

By Amber Bouman published

Windows now lets you extract ZIP files right from File Explorer but if you're still using 7-Zip to do so, you need to update the app immediately.

Malware & Adware
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Dangerous security flaw found in six D-Link routers — stop using these right now

By Amber Bouman published

These six older model D-Link routers should be replaced immediately because of a critical security flaw.

Routers
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iOS 18.1.1 is live with critical security fixes — update your iPhone right now

By Amber Bouman published

Apple has released updates for iOS and iPadOS to address two critical vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers if left unpatched.

Malware & Adware
A phone with the Temu logo sits in a shopping cart in front of a computer screen with Temu items on it.

Can you trust Temu? Here's what you need to know

By Amber Bouman last updated

What's it really like ordering from internet discount giant Temu?

Online Security
Malware

This fake AI image generator is pushing info-stealing malware onto Macs and PCs

By Amber Bouman published

Hackers are using AI tools as a lure in their attacks and downloading this fake AI image generator will leave your PC or Mac with a nasty malware infection.

Malware & Adware
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