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This Android banking trojan steals passwords to take over your accounts — and all it takes is a single text message
By Anthony Spadafora published
Hackers are using a new version of a dangerous banking trojan to steal credentials and sensitive data from unsuspecting Android users.

More than 3.3 million people hit by employee screening data hack — what you need to know
By Amber Bouman published
The US background screening and testing company DISA has revealed it fell victim to a data breach last year.

Watch out! Scammers are using this PayPal setting to take over your PC
By Amber Bouman published
Cybercriminals are sending out legitimate PayPal emails to try to trick unsuspecting users into downloading malware.

Major Gmail change just confirmed for millions of users — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Google is making a big change to how authentication works in Gmail to keep you safe while also preventing cybercriminals and fraudsters from abusing its services.

Musk's DOGE faces massive backlash and 12 data privacy lawsuits — how safe is your data?
By George Phillips last updated
Elon Musk's DOGE is trying to access your sensitive data. Amid lawsuits and opposition, how safe is your personal information?

Don't click this — malicious ads impersonating Google Chrome spreading dangerous malware
By Amber Bouman published
Hackers are using malicious ads to impersonate Google and deliver malware through fake Chrome downloads.

Hackers are posing as Apple and Google to infect Macs with malware — don’t fall for these fake browser updates
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Fake browser updates are an easy way to trick unsuspecting users into downloading and installing malware which is why hackers keep using them in their attacks.

Google Docs under attack from info-stealing malware — how to keep your data and your emails safe
By Amber Bouman published
Infostealing malware is using legitimate software to hide in plain sight.

Chase will start blocking Zelle payments to social media accounts to cut down on fraud
By Amber Bouman published
Chase customers who use Zelle will soon have their payments denied if attempting to pay a social media contact.

Macs under attack from dangerous malware targeting digital wallets and Apple’s Notes app — how to stay safe
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Microsoft is warning Apple users that a new variant of the XCSSET malware is currently being used to target Mac users through malicious Xcode projects.
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