Microsoft rolls out enhanced ransomware protections for Windows users in the latest Windows 11 previews. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft’s latest Windows 11 update improves Defender for Endpoint’s…
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How to use Android’s lockdown mode and why you should
Enabling it is easy but there is one caveat. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: How to use Android’s lockdown mode and why you should
Time to update: Latest Google Chrome browser fixes 27 security flaws
Google fixes at least 27 security flaws in Chrome 104 and the browser has dropped its original API for supporting USB two-factor authentication security keys. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original…
Singapore takes formal step towards setting up cyber defence unit
Country passes amendments to Act that will see a new digital intelligence unit–including a digital chief–formally established as part of the armed forces, a step the government says is necessary as “cyber intrusions” intensify and threaten critical systems. This article…
Microsoft’s new security tool lets you to see your systems like a hacker would
Microsoft brings in its RiskIQ acquisition to launch Defender Threat Intelligence and Defender External Attack Surface Management. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft’s new security tool lets you to…
Reported ransomware attacks are just the tip of the iceberg. That’s a problem for everyone
Shame or just trying to avoid bad publicity means there’s very little useful data recorded on ransomware attacks. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Reported ransomware attacks are just the…
Be careful what you download: 17 password-stealing Android apps removed from Google Play
Cybersecurity researchers say DawDropper campaign delivered four kinds of trojan malware to victims after bypassing Play Store protections. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Be careful what you download: 17…
Samsung’s smartphone ‘Repair Mode’ will stop nosy technicians looking at your photos
Samsung offers Galaxy customers some protection from repair technicians abusing access to customers’ phones. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Samsung’s smartphone ‘Repair Mode’ will stop nosy technicians looking at…
Why is my internet so slow? 11 ways to speed up your connection
Slow connections are the bane of anyone working, studying, or trying to stay entertained at home. Here’s how to fix the most common issues. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article:…
The 6 best home automation systems of 2022
What is the best home automation system? SmartThings is ZDNet’s top choice because it seamlessly combines an intuitive user interface with reliable automation power. But it’s not the only one; other home automation systems from Apple, Google, IFTTT, Home Assistant,…
This phishing attack uses a countdown clock to panic you into handing over passwords
A phishing attack is borrowing a technique from ransomware groups by looking to scare the victim into doing what they want. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: This phishing attack…
Microsoft has blocked hackers’ favourite trick. So now they are looking for a new route of attack
Microsoft’s default block on Office macro malware is working, which means hackers need to find a new way to carry out their attacks. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft…
How to make switching between your work PC and personal laptop much easier
Here’s what to do when your IT department insists that you have to keep your work and personal PCs completely separate. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: How to make…
Google once again delays phasing out third-party cookies
Chrome will now fully support the tracking technology until the second half of 2024 This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Google once again delays phasing out third-party cookies
Microsoft warns of stealthy backdoors used to target Exchange Servers
Microsoft is warning Outlook on the Web and Exchange Server customers to watch out for more malicious IIS extensions. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft warns of stealthy backdoors…
These ransomware hackers gave up when they hit multi-factor authentication
How effective is multi-factor authentication? Police explain how they have seen ransomware gangs abandon attacks when they hit MFA security. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: These ransomware hackers gave…
Race against time: Hackers start hunting for victims just 15 minutes after a bug is disclosed
The time admins have to patch systems before exploitation is shrinking. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Race against time: Hackers start hunting for victims just 15 minutes after a…
Microsoft warns of stealthy backdoors used to target Exchange Servers, email
Microsoft is warning Outlook on the Web and Exchange Server customers to watch out for more malicious IIS extensions. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft warns of stealthy backdoors…
Why you really need multi-factor authentication: These ransomware hackers gave up when they saw it
How effective is multi-factor authentication? Police explain how they have seen ransomware gangs abandon attacks when they hit MFA security. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Why you really need…
Data breach costs record $4.3M with firms passing buck to customers
Average cost of a data security breach has hit another record-high of $4.35 million and 60% of businesses have opted to increase the price of their products and services to buffer the loss incurred, reveals IBM’s 2022 research. This article…
I need a new iPhone. Is last year’s model good enough? [Ask ZDNet]
Got a tech question? Ed Bott and ZDNet’s squad of editors and experts probably have the answer. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: I need a new iPhone. Is last…
Ransomware: 1.5 million people have got their files back without paying the gangs. Here’s how
No More Ransom project now offers free tools for decrypting 165 families of ransomware as the fight against extortion groups continues. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Ransomware: 1.5 million…
Tech media giants pledge to maintain online safety in NZ pact
Twitter and Facebook are amongst five technology giants that have agreed to self-regulate and adhere to the Aotearoa New Zealand Code of Practice for Online Safety and Harms, in a move one industry critic describes as an attempt to preempt…
How to require strong passwords on your shared Windows PC
You can make sure that everyone who uses a shared Windows PC at your home or business creates a password that can’t easily be cracked. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original…
Your biggest cyber-crime threat has almost nothing to do with technology
One type of cyber threat is costing us all billions, and it’s all to do with manipulating people rather than machines. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Your biggest cyber-crime…
Your biggest cyber crime threat has almost nothing to do with technology
One type of cyberthreat is costing us all billions, and it’s all to do with manipulating people rather than machines. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Your biggest cyber crime…
Here are the top phone security threats in 2022 and how to avoid them
Your handset is always at risk of being exploited. Here’s what to look out for. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Here are the top phone security threats in 2022…
Scalahosting deal: Get an extra 10% off website and VPS hosting
Build your website with extra savings with a special code. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Scalahosting deal: Get an extra 10% off website and VPS hosting
The biggest cyber-crime threat is also the one that nobody wants to talk about
The FBI warns that $43 billion has been lost to these attacks alone, so why is this threat so often forgotten? This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: The biggest cyber-crime…
I hate Windows 11. How can I make it work more like Windows 10? [Ask ZDNet]
Got a tech question? Ed Bott and ZDNet’s squad of editors and experts probably have the answer. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: I hate Windows 11. How can I…
Windows 11 is getting a new security setting to block ransomware attacks
Microsoft releases a new default policy to thwart credential attacks, which is also heading to Windows 10. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Windows 11 is getting a new security…
Google Chrome security update fixes ‘high risk’ flaws
Google releases 11 fixes for Chrome – and CISA says users should apply them. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Google Chrome security update fixes ‘high risk’ flaws
Time to update all of your Apple gadgets ASAP
iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch, Macs… even your Apple TV. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Time to update all of your Apple gadgets ASAP
Didi slapped with $1.1B fine for breaching China data security laws
Chinese ride-sharing operator has been ordered to pay 8 billion yuan ($1.18 billion) over 16 illegal practices, including the collection of 107 million pieces of passengers’ biometric data. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security…
Time to update all your Apple gadgets ASAP
iPhones, iPads, Apple Watch, Macs… even your Apple TV. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Time to update all your Apple gadgets ASAP
Banks have opportunity to plug digital identity gap in metaverse
Already experienced in Know Your Customer processes, financial services institutions can tap opportunities to manage digital identities in the metaverse, but they must be prepared to manage potential risks that come with the adoption of emerging technology. This article has…
Keep your data safe forever with these two apps for only $30
It’s not just when you’re online that your data is at risk. Hackers use social engineering to crack your passwords, as well. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Keep your…
I found a fraudulent Amazon charge on my account after Prime Day. Here’s how to protect yourself
Prime Day hubbub provided cover for fraudsters. Here’s how I caught mine. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: I found a fraudulent Amazon charge on my account after Prime Day.…
Flaws in a popular GPS tracker could allow hackers to track or stop vehicles, say security researchers
Security researchers warn that vulnerabilities could have ‘disastrous consequences’. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Flaws in a popular GPS tracker could allow hackers to track or stop vehicles, say…
Want to block third-party trackers on your Android device? Try DuckDuckGo’s new feature
If you take your privacy seriously and are looking to block as much app tracking as possible on your Android device, DuckDuckGo App Tracking Protection may be just what you’re looking for. This article has been indexed from Latest stories…
How to opt out of T-Mobile’s creepy ad tracking campaign
Customers and non-customers alike should follow these steps to remove your data from various marketers. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: How to opt out of T-Mobile’s creepy ad tracking…
Microsoft adds ‘Cloud for Sovereignty’ to its line-up
Microsoft is looking to expand the Microsoft Cloud footprint to worldwide government customers with its coming Cloud for Sovereignty bundle. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Microsoft adds ‘Cloud for…
Brazil surpasses US in breached users in Q2 2022
The country was also the first in South America by breached users for the second consecutive quarter, according to a new study. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Brazil surpasses…
Get personal network protection with Deeper Connect Mini — no subscriptions necessary
VPNs can certainly keep your sensitive information safe, but this tiny device delivers decentralized protection that doesn’t rely on an outside service. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Get personal…
Hackers turn to cloud storage services in attempt to hide their attacks
Cybersecurity researchers detail attacks that exploit legitimate cloud services in attempts to access sensitive data. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: Hackers turn to cloud storage services in attempt to…
FBI: These fake apps are trying to steal your crypto. Here’s what to watch out for
Crypto fans have already lost millions – don’t make the same mistakes. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNet in Security Read the original article: FBI: These fake apps are trying to steal your crypto. Here’s what…