Paul Wagenseil
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Hackers attacking iPhones, iPads and Macs — update now
Apple Thursday pushed out emergency software updates for iPhones, iPads and Macs to fix two security vulnerabilities that were already being exploited by hackers. → Read More
Wyze patches serious flaws on its security cameras, but not its oldest one — what you need to know
Wyze fixed three security flaws discovered by Bitdefender -- but not on Wyze Cam version 1, which won't get the patches. → Read More
The worst online scams and how to avoid them
From remote-impersonation scams and sextortion to fake antivirus and tech support, here are the threats you need to be aware of. → Read More
VPNs are digital 'snake oil,' expert claims — here's why
Don't believe all the exaggerated claims that VPNs make about protecting your privacy and security, experts say. → Read More
Chrome and Edge under hacker attack — what to do now
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge and Brave have all released fixes to patch one very serious zero-day flaw that's actively being exploited by hackers. Here's how to update your browsers. → Read More
Hacker who hit Microsoft, Samsung and Nvidia could be this 16-year-old
A 16-year-old living with his mother near Oxford, England may be one of the leaders of the Lapsus$ hacker crew that has stolen data from Microsoft, Nvidia, Samsung, Ubisoft and other companies. → Read More
Microsoft confirms it was hacked — what does this mean for you?
Microsoft admitted that the Lapsus$ hacking crew broke into its systems and took source code, but insists that no real damage was done. → Read More
Microsoft may have been hacked — what this means for you
The Lapsus$ hacking crew said it had stolen 37 GB of source code from Microsoft, but it still wasn't clear if that claim was true or what the source code could be used for. → Read More
Password-stealing app downloaded 100,000 times — what to do now
A malicious Android app called Craftsart Cartoon Photo Tools aims to steal your Facebook password, but it's now been removed from Google Play. Here's how to make sure you don't have it installed. → Read More
This 'browser in browser' attack will steal your passwords — here's how to avoid it
Someone's created an easy way to fake perfect-looking login windows. Crooks will use it to steal passwords, so here's how to avoid being fooled. → Read More
Asus Wi-Fi routers attacked by Russian military hackers — what to do now
More than a dozen models of Asus home Wi-Fi routers are being attacked by a notorious Russian hacking group -- and researchers fear other brands will be affected too. → Read More
Fake iPhone apps used to steal millions in cryptocurrency
The 'CryptoRom' scam uses promises of romance and quick riches, along with malicious iPhone and Android apps, to fleece victims out of thousands of dollars apiece. → Read More
Germany tells Kaspersky users to uninstall Russian antivirus software — should you?
The German government warned against using Kaspersky antivirus software because it could be weaponized by the Russian government. → Read More
Apple fixes dozens of security flaws in iOS and macOS — what to do now
Apple released security updates for iPhones, iPads, Mac, Apple TV, Apple Watch and even iTunes for Windows, fixing dozens of serious vulnerabilities. → Read More
Dozens of Android phones can be hacked — what you need to do
Dozens of phones using a chipset made by China's UNISOC can be hacked, and the chipset maker doesn't seem to have fixed the flaw. → Read More
'Escobar' Android malware steals your 2FA codes — and takes over your phone
A new Android malware named after Pablo Escobar steals your passwords and your 2FA codes before completely taking over your phone. → Read More
This nasty malware sneaks into your email threads — what you need to know
The Qakbot banking Trojan now infects users by inserting random messages into ongoing email threads, then urging readers to open linked Office files. → Read More
Your HP computer could have very serious security flaws — update now
Hundreds of HP desktops and laptops are affected by more than a dozen serious security flaws in the UEFI/BIOS firmware. Fortunately, there are fixes available. → Read More
FBI warns of government-impersonation scams — what you need to know
The FBI issued a public-service announcement regarding scam callers who pretend to be government officials but want you to pay fines or provide sensitive information immediately. → Read More
Biden to order federal agencies to come up with cryptocurrency regulation plans
President Biden will issue an executive order this week ordering half a dozen federal agencies to come up with a unified plan to regulate cryptocurrency, multiple reports say. → Read More