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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.
Pakistan experiences VPN shutdown – is this a sign of further censorship?
By George Phillips last updated
Pakistan VPN users experienced VPN disruption, and while connectivity has been restored, is this a glimpse at future bans?
Your air fryer is listening - the rise of the spying smart device
By George Phillips published
Your favourite smart devices are collecting excessive amounts of your personal data. Here's the guilty parties and how you can protect yourself
US confirms Chinese hacker group Salt Typhoon behind several telecom breaches — what you need to know
By Scott Younker published
The FBI has confirmed that Chinese hackers were responsible for a series of telecommunication breaches that may have lasted months.
123456 is the world's most popular password – again
By George Phillips published
The world's most popular passwords can all be cracked in seconds. Learn what they are and how to strengthen your password
Proton Pass password manager review
By Emily Long published
Proton Pass is a secure password manager with a consistent user interface across the web, desktop and mobile but it’s even better if you use Proton’s other services too.
Tottenham Hotspur sign star VPN partner to shore up leaky defence
By George Phillips published
Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur have announced ExpressVPN and its official digital privacy partner.
FBI issues alert over hackers posing as law enforcement to steal private information
By Scott Younker published
An alert from the FBI warns that hackers are posing as law enforcement officials to quickly gain access to sensitive data from companies.
1.5 million Americans hit in massive debt relief service data breach — names, addresses, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The debt relief service Set Forth which also works with Centrex has reported that it suffered a data breach after unauthorized attackers gained access to sensitive documents stored on its systems.
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