Users of the cloud file storage service Dropbox have access to several related tools. One of those, Dropbox Passwords, is being shut down later this year. Dropbox introduced Passwords back in June […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Category: Security Software news and updates
Brother releases firmware updates for hundreds of printers to address security issues
Security researchers at Rapid7 have discovered eight vulnerabilities in Brother printers that affect a total of 689 different printer models. Printers from Fujifilm Business, Ricoh, Toshiba, and Konica are also affected. It […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Google “strongly encourages” its users to stop using passwords
Most users who have online accounts sign in using passwords. While there are some outliers, using security keys, passkeys and other advanced sign in options, the majority still relies heavily on passwords. […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Europe just launched DNS4EU, a public DNS resolver with privacy and security options
DNS is one of the cornerstones of the Internet. Put simply, it is designed to turn domain names, say ghacks.net, into IP addresses. This process is usually handled by the Internet service […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
OneDrive flaw can give websites and apps full access to your files, even if you pick just one
Microsoft OneDrive is used by millions of users, largely thanks to its integration as the default cloud file hosting service on Windows and Microsoft 365. Security researchers at Oasis Security discovered a […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
OneDrive flaw can give websites and apps full access to your files, even if you pick just one
Microsoft OneDrive is used by millions of users, largely thanks to its integration as the default cloud file hosting service on Windows and Microsoft 365. Security researchers at Oasis Security discovered a […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
184 million records data leak: Google, PayPal and Netflix passwords leaked online
Security researcher Jeremiah Fowler stumbled upon a large database of login information and passwords containing over 184 million records recently. He mentioned the discovery in an article on Website Planet. The data […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Microsoft removes Authenticator App feature to promote Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Authenticator is a free security application by Microsoft. Its main function is the generation of security codes for two-factor authentication to better protect online accounts such as your eBay account. Microsoft […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Microsoft removes Authenticator App feature to promote Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Authenticator is a free security application by Microsoft. Its main function is the generation of security codes for two-factor authentication to better protect online accounts such as your eBay account. Microsoft […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Data breach exposes 21 Million employee screenshots from a workplace surveillance tool
In a staggering privacy breach, over 21 million images documenting employee activity from a workplace surveillance tool have been leaked. The affected app is called WorkComposer, which is used by IT teams […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
FBI Issues new alert over phishing SMS scam targeting highway toll customers
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a nationwide warning about a surge in “smishing” attacks, a form of phishing conducted via SMS messages. These scams are designed to deceive […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
FBI Issues new alert over phishing SMS scam targeting highway toll customers
The U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has issued a nationwide warning about a surge in “smishing” attacks, a form of phishing conducted via SMS messages. These scams are designed to deceive […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Windows has an 8-year-old security issue that is exploited and known by Microsoft for some time
Microsoft is doing a commendable job when it comes to Windows security. Keeping billions of devices secure is no small feat. Sometimes, however, it appears that someone at Microsoft is pushing the […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Windows has an 8-year-old security issue that is exploited and known by Microsoft for some time
Microsoft is doing a commendable job when it comes to Windows security. Keeping billions of devices secure is no small feat. Sometimes, however, it appears that someone at Microsoft is pushing the […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
1Password password manager gets location support for faster access
Password managers are useful tools. They help users create, store, and manage passwords and other sensitive data. Some offer additional features, like synchronization, two-step authentication, or SSO support. The core functionality remains […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
LibreOffice: Windows vulnerability affects links in documents, patch available
LibreOffice is a popular open source Office suite that is used by millions of users as an alternative to Microsoft Office. We have followed LibreOffice for almost 15 years here on this […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
There is a new PayPal Phishing Scam that you need to know about (using real PayPal emails)
Many PayPal users have seen their fair share of phishing emails ever since they signed up for the service. Being a financial service, PayPal is a high value target for criminal organizations. […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Lexmark issues warning about critical security vulnerabilities in printer software
Lexmark has published several security warnings about recently disclosed vulnerabilities in Lexmark print software and firmware. Patches are provided and customers are asked to update their devices and software immediately to protect […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Popular AI App DeepSeek Sends Unencrypted Data to ByteDance Servers
Recent security analyses have revealed that the iOS version of DeepSeek, a widely-used AI chatbot developed by a Chinese company, transmits user data unencrypted to servers controlled by ByteDance. This practice exposes […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…
Popular AI App DeepSeek Sends Unencrypted Data to ByteDance Servers
Recent security analyses have revealed that the iOS version of DeepSeek, a widely-used AI chatbot developed by a Chinese company, transmits user data unencrypted to servers controlled by ByteDance. This practice exposes […] Thank you for being a Ghacks reader.…