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How to Cover Your Tracks Every Time You Go Online

Online tracking can often feel downright invasive. From using VPNs to clearing browser histories, we’ve got your back.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How to Cover Your Tracks Every Time You Go Online

How to Keep Your Zoom Chats Private and Secure

Trolls. Prying bosses. Zoom’s a great video chat platform, but a few simple steps also make it a safe one.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How to Keep Your Zoom Chats Private and Secure

So Wait, How Encrypted Are Zoom Meetings Really?

The service’s mixed messages have frustrated cryptographers, as the US government and other sensitive organizations increasingly depend on it.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: So Wait, How Encrypted Are Zoom Meetings Really?

Marriott Got Hacked. Yes, Again

The hotel chain has suffered its second major breach in 16 months. Here’s how to find out if you’re affected.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Marriott Got Hacked. Yes, Again

The Postal Service’s Surprising Role in Surviving Doomsday

The little-known Postal Plan, which dates back to the Clinton era, charges mail carriers with delivering critical supplies—like vaccines—as a last resort.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The Postal Service’s Surprising Role in Surviving Doomsday

How to Avoid the Worst Online Scams

Phishing, malware, and more only escalate in times of uncertainty. Here’s how to protect yourself.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How to Avoid the Worst Online Scams

The Best and Worst Browsers for Privacy, Ranked

A new study examines how Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Apple Safari, Brave, Edge, and Yandex collect user data.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The Best and Worst Browsers for Privacy, Ranked

Windows Has a New, Wormable Vulnerability

The flaw has the potential to unleash the kind of attacks that allowed WannaCry and NotPetya to cripple business networks around the world.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Windows Has a New, Wormable Vulnerability

The Internet Avoided a Minor Disaster Last Week

A tiny backend bug at Let’s Encrypt almost broke millions of websites. A five-day scramble ensured they didn’t.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The Internet Avoided a Minor Disaster Last Week

Last Week’s Internet Calamity That Wasn’t

A tiny backend bug at Let’s Encrypt almost broke millions of websites. A five-day scramble ensured they didn’t.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Last Week’s Internet Calamity That Wasn’t

How an Elaborate North Korean Crypto Heist Fell Apart

Two Chinese citizens have been accused of running an intricate money laundering scheme—involving more than $100 million in cryptocurrency.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How an Elaborate North Korean Crypto Heist Fell Apart

WireGuard Gives Linux a Faster, More Secure VPN

The virtual private network software from security researcher Jason Donenfeld wins fans with its simplicity and ease of auditing.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: WireGuard Gives Linux a Faster, More Secure VPN

Nintendo Cracks Down After High-Profile Leaks

With the highly anticipated *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* and E3 on the horizon, Nintendo has become “increasingly aggressive” combating leaks over the last couple of months.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: Nintendo Cracks Down After…

How Trump Hollowed Out US National Security

Acting director of national intelligence Richard Grenell is just the latest in a cascade of temporary or vacant personnel in critical government positions.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How Trump Hollowed Out US National Security

China’s Hacking Spree Will Have a Decades-Long Fallout

Equifax. Anthem. Marriott. OPM. The data that China has amassed about US citizens will power its intelligence activities for a generation.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: China’s Hacking Spree Will Have a Decades-Long Fallout

How AI Is Tracking the Coronavirus Outbreak

Machine-learning programs are analyzing websites, news reports, and social media posts for signs of symptoms, such as fever or breathing problems.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: How AI Is Tracking the Coronavirus Outbreak

The Iowa Caucus Tech Meltdown Is a Warning

The Iowa results will come in eventually, thanks to a paper trail. But it underscores just how much can go wrong when you lean on unnecessary, untested tech.   Advertise on IT Security News. Read the complete article: The Iowa…