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U.S. Army warns against unsolicited smartwatches sent to service members
Watches sent out may be filled with malware, but more likely are just a brushing scam.
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Best VPN for streaming Netflix 2023: Watch from wherever you are
Netflix doesn't like VPNs, but these services promise not to chill on Netflix compatibility.
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Update your Asus Wi-Fi router right now
Asus says its high-end ROG, RT, TUF, and ZenWiFi routers have critical security vulnerabilities.
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Best VPN services 2023: Top picks for speed, price, privacy, and more
Surfing the web through a virtual private network (VPN) can keep your identity and data safe and secure online. We show you what to look for in a VPN and help you pick the best one for your needs.
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Outlook, OneDrive outages caused by DDoS attack, Microsoft says
Microsoft says 'Anonymous Sudan' launched massive DDoS attacks on Outlook, OneDrive, and other Microsoft 365 services, bringing them to their knees.
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Best VPNs for Android 2023: Our picks for phones and tablets
PCWorld's picks for the six best VPNs for Android devices including smartphones and tablets.
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CyberGhost VPN review: An easy-to-use VPN with tons of servers
CyberGhost offers a massive amount of country options for a good price. It continues to be a great option for those looking to stream content overseas.
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Windows 10 pirate downloads hide money-stealing malware
Hackers are exploiting the huge popularity of Windows 10 to spread malware.
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Chrome adds Windows biometric logins to its password powers
Google wants you to store your passwords inside its browser, and its added powerful security features to lure you in: biometric logins within Windows, password notes, and import features.
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Dozens of popular Minecraft mods are infected with malware
CurseForge and Bukkit accounts were compromised, loading up mods with millions of downloads with spyware.
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Blackmailers are using AI to generate nudes from social media photos
The FBI warns of new extortion methods enabled by deepfake software, used against both adults and children.
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Update Chrome now—yet another nasty exploit is out in the wild
Another zero-day flaw has been discovered in Chrome, and like the other two discovered earlier this year, it’s apparently a doozy.
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An exploit can reveal your KeePass master password in plaintext
This vulnerability in KeePass edition 2.x allows retrieval of the password safeguarding the database—and administrator rights on the PC aren’t needed. But a fix is on the way.
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Tons of Gigabyte motherboards come with a hidden firmware backdoor (Update: Patched)
Gigabyte's motherboard backdoor installs software updates from unsecured web servers.
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The problem with built-in password managers
Built-in password managers from Apple, Google, and Microsoft: Worth using?
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5 easy tasks that supercharge your security
Protect your PC and your online accounts with these 5 simple tasks that supercharge your security.
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Best Windows backup software 2023: Don’t risk it!
The best free and paid backup software for your Windows system, disks, and data.
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What is encryption? The backbone of computer security, explained
Encryption keeps your private data secure from prying eyes. Here's a basic explainer on how it works.
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Update: Mysterious Intel patch released for almost every modern CPU
Intel's new security patch is worrisome as it affects virtually every chip found within consumer PCs, and Intel quietly released it just days after its traditional, scheduled monthly release date.
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Gmail can warn you if your account is being trafficked on the dark web
Google is expanding its dark web protection services. Now, if your email is being shared on the Internet's underground, the dark web, Google will tell you.