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Urgent Microsoft Windows security warning for millions — 10 critical zero-days found
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Microsoft has released a number of fixes as part of its latest round of Patch Tuesday updates to address these Windows security flaws.
The best Android antivirus apps in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Keep your Android devices running smoothly and virus free with one of the best Android antivirus apps.
Chrome and Edge users infected with malicious browser extensions that steal your personal data — what to do now
By Anthony Spadafora published
Security researchers have discovered a new malware campaign that uses malicious extensions distributed via fake sites impersonating popular software and services.
Chrome, Safari and other browsers vulnerable to 0.0.0.0 Day vulnerability — what you need to know
By Anthony Spadafora published
Security researchers have discovered a new zero-day vulnerability that can be used by malicious sites to bypass browser security tools.
ADT suffers data breach — full names, addresses and phone numbers exposed
By Dave LeClair published
ADT has confirmed that hackers accessed its servers and that some customer information was leaked online.
The best internet security suites in 2024
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
The best internet security suites stop malware, manage your passwords, secure your connections and protect you from identity theft.
2.9 billion hit in one of the largest data breaches ever — full names, addresses and SSNs exposed
By Anthony Spadafora last updated
Class action lawsuit in Florida has revealed that hackers stole a database full of sensitive information on 2.9 billion people before they tried selling it on the dark web.
FBI issues warning over scammers impersonating banks to steal your debit cards
By Anthony Spadafora published
Scammers are calling victims on the phone impersonating their bank while an accomplice goes to their home to get the chip and PIN from their debit card.
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