AI browsers are a hot mess of security risks
AI-enabled web browsers are putting their users' data, security, and privacy at risk from rudimentary prompt injection attacks.
Amazon's cloud outage takes much of the internet down with it
The internet is broken, and not just because Amazon's cloud service went down.
Why ad blockers are a top security and privacy defense for everyone
Ad blockers can help defend against some of the top hacks, scams, and surveillance today. Here are some of the best ad blockers that you can use.
Discord says users' government IDs used for age checks stolen by hackers
Thanks to age verification laws, expect more data breaches of users' government-issued passports and driver's licenses.
ICE buys tool that tracks millions of phone locations daily
The surveillance tool allows ICE agents to see "where almost everyone is."
Cyberattack on check-in system sparks delays at European airports
The ransomware attack on a defense contractor's systems prevented traveler check-ins and baggage drops at airports in Europe. (Updated)
Oura ring deal raises valid concerns about users' health data security
The government partnership sparked customer concerns about the security of data collected by Oura's wearable, even if the spark was a red herring.
How to read and understand a data breach notice
Understanding the contents of a data breach notice can help you take measured, reasonable action to protect yourself and others following a cybersecurity incident.
Salesforce instances targeted in new 'widespread' wave of data thefts
Salesloft confirmed a security incident affecting customers who integrate cloud data with its Drift product, the latest wave of data thefts targeting Salesforce instances. (Updated)
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