After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out this month. Here’s what you need to know. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read…
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T-Mobile’s data breach settlement payments finally rolling out this month – after April delay
After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out. Here’s what you need to know. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original…
T-Mobile’s data breach settlement payments were delayed, but they’re rolling out soon
After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out. Here’s what you need to know. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original…
How to securely attach an Apple AirTag to pretty much anything
The UFO-like design of AirTags makes them a pain to attach to things. But I found a solution that makes the best finder tags available much easier to use. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in…
A whopping 94% of leaked passwords are not unique – will you people ever learn?
Your lazy passwords are putting you and your company at risk. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: A whopping 94% of leaked passwords are not unique – will you people…
7 ways to lock down your phone’s security – before it’s too late
From border crossings to data breaches, there are more reasons than ever to protect your smartphone. Here’s a practical guide to securing your device and your digital life. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security…
10 passkey survival tips: Prepare for your passwordless future now
Although passkeys remain an evolving ecosystem, we’d be wise to embrace tomorrow’s authentication standard today. Here are ZDNET’s 10 recommendations for reaching passkey paradise. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article:…
Is your Roku TV spying on you? Likely, but here’s how you can take back control
Your Amazon Fire Stick, Chromecast, and other streaming devices gather personal data for different purposes. If that concerns you, here’s how to regain some control. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original…
Best travel VPNs 2025: The top travel VPNs for avoiding geo-blocks and censorship
VPNs shield you from spying and online tracking. Our favorite travel VPNs offer fast speeds, massive server networks, unlimited connections, and more. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Best travel…
The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP – and why even experts do the same
Often regarded as the ‘soap opera effect,’ motion smoothing can enhance gaming and live sports, but tends to be distracting for everything else. Here’s how to disable it. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security…
How to disable ACR on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference for privacy)
Smarter TV operating systems bring added convenience – but also new privacy concerns, especially from automatic content recognition (ACR), which quietly tracks everything you watch. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original…
10 passkey survival tips: The best preparation for a password-less future is to start living there now
Although passkeys remain an evolving ecosystem, we’d be wise to embrace tomorrow’s authentication standard today. Here are ZDNET’s 10 recommendations for reaching passkey paradise. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article:…
5 things to do on World Password Day to keep your accounts safe
With password best practices continuing to evolve, now’s a good time for a refresher. Consider this your annual cybersecurity to-do list. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: 5 things to…
RAG can make AI models riskier and less reliable, new research shows
According to Bloomberg, the increasingly popular AI framework can vastly increase your chances of getting dangerous answers. What can you do? This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: RAG can make…
The best secure browsers for privacy in 2025: Expert tested
If you want a browser focused on security, you must know its approach to privacy and data collection. These are the best secure browsers of 2025. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the…
Sick of AI slop on Pinterest? These two new features should help bring back real pins
Pinterest has a plan to fix its AI mess. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Sick of AI slop on Pinterest? These two new features should help bring back real…
I tested 10 AI content detectors – and these 5 correctly identified AI text every time
I’ve been testing AI content detectors for two years now. They’re getting more and more reliable. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: I tested 10 AI content detectors – and…
GPT-4o update gets recalled by OpenAI for being too agreeable
Users complained GPT-4o was too ‘sycophantic.’ Here’s why and what happens now. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: GPT-4o update gets recalled by OpenAI for being too agreeable
Google Wallet brings digital IDs to more states – how to add yours
Plus, proving your age with your phone is about to get way easier and more private. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: Google Wallet brings digital IDs to more states…
How Malwarebytes’ security tools can help companies stop online scams before it’s too late
Online fraud is costing billions – but Malwarebytes’ security tools could be the secret weapon companies need to protect themselves and fight back. This article has been indexed from Latest stories for ZDNET in Security Read the original article: How…