Anthony Spadafora
Anthony Spadafora is the managing editor for security and home office furniture at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and malware to password managers and the best way to cover your whole home or business with a strong Wi-Fi signal.
Before joining the team, he spent three years covering cybersecurity and B2B tech for ITProPortal while living in South Korea. After moving back to the US. Anthony joined the TechRadar Pro team where he covered these topics along with VPNs, web hosting, online collaboration software and video conferencing for four years. Anthony also has his ears to the ground and is on the lookout for the next major cyberattack or data breach.
Based in Houston, Texas, Anthony also handles VPN testing for both Tom’s Guide and TechRadar. As someone who has worked from home exclusively since 2018, he has reviewed dozens of standing desks as well as office chairs and has taken a closer look at other essential remote working accessories. As part of these reviews, Anthony frequently builds intricate desk setups which is why he’s such a big advocate for cable management and keeping things organized. When he’s not writing, he can be found tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and making upgrades to his smart home.
Latest articles by Anthony Spadafora
I tried PC gaming with a trackball and it reignited my love for mouse and keyboard
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Some games are just better with keyboard and mouse and the GameBall Thumb let me play on PC like I used to without the wrist strain.
LightSpy spyware can now snoop on your Mac and your iPhone — how to protect yourself
By Anthony Spadafora published
The LightSpy spyware can steal browser data, record your screen, take photos and even retrieve sensitive info like your passwords from Apple Keychain.
Over 500 million hit in massive Ticketmaster data breach — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
ShinyHunters, a hacking group, claims it has stolen personal and even some financial data from more than half a billion Ticketmaster customers.
90+ malicious Android apps with 5.5m installs found spreading malware on the Play Store — protect yourself now
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Malicious apps have been found distributing the Anatsa banking trojan on the Play Store to drain Android users’ bank accounts.
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.
I found the perfect headset for those long summer gaming sessions and it doesn’t drown out the world around me
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The Turtle Beach Atlas Air is a unique gaming headset with an open-back design and floating ear cups that works on both PC and consoles.
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is my favorite Switch RPG yet
By Anthony Spadafora published
Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door keeps what made the original a classic while adding new content, updated visuals and some welcome quality-of-life improvements.
I tried the new $30 Roku Voice Remote Pro and it’s exactly what my streaming setup was missing
By Anthony Spadafora published
Roku's new Voice Remote Pro lasts longer on a single charge and its backlit buttons mean you won’t have to fumble around in the dark when changing channels or switching apps.
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.
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.
Google has patched yet another Chrome zero-day bug — update your browser right now
By Anthony Spadafora published
If you haven’t updated Chrome recently, now is the time to do so as Google has patched a high-severity security flaw exploited by hackers in the wild.
The Echo Show 5 turned out to be the perfect tiny smart display for my desk after all
By Anthony Spadafora published
Just when I thought a touchscreen monitor could replace the smart display on my desk, the Echo Show 5 showed me exactly what I was missing out on.
I tried Haworth’s Xbox chair and it’s the perfect gaming-office chair hybrid
By Anthony Spadafora published
As part of a collaboration with Microsoft, office furniture maker Haworth has given two of its most popular chairs some serious Xbox flair.
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.
Tom’s Guide Awards 2024 nominations — Submit your products now
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Tom's Guide Awards honor the best products in tech, home, fitness and more. Nominations are now open, here's how to enter.
Massive Dell data breach hits 49 million users — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Dell is warning customers regarding a data breach after a threat actor gained unauthorized access to a customer portal with purchase information.
Over 850,000 people hit with online shopping scam that steals credit cards — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are taking over expired websites to launch fake stores selling shoes and apparel while also stealing customers’ credit card information.
Scammers are tricking Android users into installing a fake antivirus app that can drain bank accounts — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
New social engineering campaign uses text messages to trick victims into calling scammers who then have them install a malware-filled app on their phone.
New Cuckoo macOS malware can take over all Macs and steals your passwords too — don’t fall for this
By Anthony Spadafora published
The Cukcoo malware goes after both Intel-based Macs and newer Macs running Apple Silicon to spy on users and steal their passwords.
New Android security flaw lets hackers seize control of apps — how to stay safe
By Alyse Stanley last updated
Microsoft has uncovered a new security flaw called ‘Dirty Stream’ which impacts many popular Android apps and could let hackers sneak malicious code into them.
I tried CRKD’s new NEO S gamepad, and it’s made me completely rethink retro controllers
By Anthony Spadafora published
First CRKD turned my Nintendo Switch into a Steam Deck, and now they've shown me just how good a retro-style controller with a few modern twists can be.
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