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FBI issues warning — hackers are using fake PDF converters to spread malware and steal your passwords
By Amber Bouman published
Be very vigilant about online file converting websites – some of them are fake and spreading malware.

1.6 million hit in massive insurance data breach — full names, addresses, SSNs and more exposed
By Anthony Spadafora published
The third-party insurance administrator Landmark Admin has revealed that even more people are impacted by a data breach it suffered last year.

Hertz confirms data breach that exposed credit cards, drivers' licenses and more — what to do now
By Amber Bouman last updated
Hertz has confirmed that it suffered a data breach at the end of last year and that hackers stole sensitive personal and financial data on its customers.

What is World Quantum Day?
By Aleksandar Stevanović published
Everything you need to know about World Quantum Day, from how it started to the impact quantum technology could have on you and your privacy

12 computer security mistakes you're probably making — and what to do instead
By Amber Bouman published
Here are twelve terrible habits that will wreak havoc on your computer security.

What can someone do with my IP address?
By Aleksandar Stevanović published
Leaving your IP address publicly available can be dangerous. Here's why.

Chrome extensions with 4 million installs are putting your privacy at risk — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora published
Browser extensions let you customize and add new features to Google Chrome but these 35 unlisted ones require sensitive permissions that could put your privacy at risk.

Hackers are using fake Google Play Store pages to infect Android phones with a dangerous trojan — how to stay safe
By Amber Bouman published
A new SpyNote malware campaign has been discovered online targeting Android users via fake Google Play Store pages.

Windows PCs under threat from zero-day flaw used in ransomware attacks — update your computer right now
By Amber Bouman published
Microsoft has revealed that a recently patched Windows zero-day flaw was used to spread malware and launch ransomware attacks.

Scammers are impersonating QuickBooks in last-minute tax phishing scam — and it's stealing financial data
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are abusing Google Ads to send unsuspecting tax filers to fake login pages designed to steal their sensitive personal and financial information.
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