Security
Someone's therapy session ended up in Google's search index last summer. Not because they were hacked. Not because OpenAI had a breach. Because they clicked a Share button — the one ChatGPT had quietly added to conversations — without realizing that "sharing" could mean "publicly
Security
Fortinet has recently confirmed active exploitation of a critical authentication bypass vulnerability in its FortiCloud Single Sign-On (SSO) service. Despite an earlier patch, attackers are successfully compromising FortiGate firewalls, prompting urgent action from affected organizations globally. Understanding the Vulnerability The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2025-59718 and CVE-2025-
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You don't need GrapheneOS to sandbox apps on Android. Shelter uses Android's built-in Work Profile to isolate apps — including the ones from work — from your personal data.
Security
That "Verified" badge in the Chrome Web Store? It's meaningless. Your most trusted browser extension, the one with five stars and a million users, could be a dormant spy. And a recent malware campaign affecting 4.3 million people just proved it. We've been
Takes
Social media platforms are the hunting grounds for sextortionists. The ease of creating fake profiles, the difficulty of getting platforms to act, and the algorithmic amplification of content all contribute to the problem. While platforms like Meta have safety policies against this kind of abuse, their effectiveness is questionable. Their
Privacy
You download an app from the Mac App Store. It's simple. It's safe. And it's seamlessly tied to your Apple ID. But what if that convenience comes at the cost of your privacy? For most Mac users, the App Store is the beginning and
Security
You probably unlock your phone 100 times a day. But have you ever stopped to think about what's really happening when you press your finger to the screen? Choosing how to lock your device feels simple, but the security implications of using your fingerprint versus a PIN are
Security
When was the last time you turned your phone completely off? Not just locked it, but fully powered it down. We treat our phones like permanent fixtures. But this convenience comes at a hidden cost to our security and privacy. We diligently install updates and use strong passcodes, yet we
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ExpressVPN was acquired by Kape Technologies for $936 million in September 2021. Kape was formerly known as Crossrider — a company that built browser extension infrastructure used to inject ads, redirect traffic, and collect user data before rebranding in 2018. The same company now owns ExpressVPN, Private Internet Access, CyberGhost, and
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Smart TVs have revolutionized how we consume entertainment, offering instant access to streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and YouTube. However, these devices often collect and share detailed data about your viewing habits, often without clear consent. At the heart of this issue is Automatic Content Recognition (ACR), a technology that
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Let’s be real—nobody likes those sketchy pop-ups screaming, “Your PC is infected! Call this number now!” They’re the internet’s equivalent of a shady guy in a trench coat trying to sell you a “fix.” Microsoft Edge is stepping up to tackle these scareware scams with
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For many, SMS texting is synonymous with convenience. It's a ubiquitous communication channel, readily available on nearly every mobile phone. However, this accessibility comes at a cost. SMS was designed in the 1980s, long before the rise of sophisticated cyberattacks and widespread data breaches. As a result, SMS