Google is adding a stricter sideloading process on Android, preserving app installs from outside Google Play while making scam-driven abuse harder. The post Google Reinvents Android Sideloading to Thwart Scammers appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been indexed from…
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Navia Data Breach Hits 2.7 Million People, Exposing Sensitive Personal Data
Navia Benefit Solutions says a data breach exposed personal and benefits data tied to 2.7 million people after weeks of unauthorized access. The post Navia Data Breach Hits 2.7 Million People, Exposing Sensitive Personal Data appeared first on TechRepublic. This…
Windows 11 Patch Triggers Sign-In Failures Across Microsoft Apps
A Windows 11 security update triggered Microsoft app sign-in failures, prompting an emergency patch and a manual workaround for affected users. The post Windows 11 Patch Triggers Sign-In Failures Across Microsoft Apps appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been…
The 5 Best VoIP Routers (Wired, Wireless, and Mesh) in 2026
Discover the best VoIP routers for businesses in 2025. Easily compare range, transfer rates, connectivity types, price, and more. The post The 5 Best VoIP Routers (Wired, Wireless, and Mesh) in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been…
The 6 Best Free Antivirus Software Providers for Mac in 2026
Security-conscious Mac users may need more protection than their built-in tools provide. Learn about the extra features and functionality offered by the best free antivirus software providers for Mac in 2026. The post The 6 Best Free Antivirus Software Providers…
Fake ‘Trusted Sender’ Labels Misused in New Apple Mail Phishing Scheme
Fake “trusted sender” labels can mislead users, as scammers embed them into email bodies to disguise phishing emails and create a false sense of security. The post Fake ‘Trusted Sender’ Labels Misused in New Apple Mail Phishing Scheme appeared first…
Apple Mail’s ‘Trusted Sender’ Label Misused in New Phishing Scheme
Apple Mail’s “trusted sender” label can mislead users, as scammers exploit it to disguise phishing emails and create a false sense of security. The post Apple Mail’s ‘Trusted Sender’ Label Misused in New Phishing Scheme appeared first on TechRepublic. This…
6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Windows in 2026
Discover the top open-source password managers for Windows. Learn about the features and benefits of each to determine which one is the best fit for your needs. The post 6 Best Open Source Password Managers for Windows in 2026 appeared…
New Apple Hack: Up to 270M iPhones Vulnerable to ‘DarkSword’ Exploit
Researchers uncover “DarkSword,” a powerful iPhone exploit targeting millions via compromised websites. Learn how it works and how to protect your device. The post New Apple Hack: Up to 270M iPhones Vulnerable to ‘DarkSword’ Exploit appeared first on TechRepublic. This…
Apple Rolls Out Real-Time Security Fixes Across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Apple launches Background Security Improvements to fix vulnerabilities in real time, starting with a WebKit flaw affecting Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The post Apple Rolls Out Real-Time Security Fixes Across iPhone, iPad, and Mac appeared first on TechRepublic.…
Researchers Uncover New Phishing Risk Hidden Inside Microsoft Copilot
Researchers reveal how Microsoft Copilot can be manipulated by prompt injection attacks to generate convincing phishing messages inside trusted AI summaries. The post Researchers Uncover New Phishing Risk Hidden Inside Microsoft Copilot appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been…
OpenClaw, the Fastest-Adopted Software Ever, Is Also a Security Blind Spot
OpenClaw is already running inside enterprises, often unnoticed. Learn why banning it fails and how CISOs must shift to data-centric AI governance. The post OpenClaw, the Fastest-Adopted Software Ever, Is Also a Security Blind Spot appeared first on TechRepublic. This…
China Probe: How a Fake Fitness Tracker Became an AI ‘Top Pick’
A fake fitness tracker fooled AI chatbots in China, exposing risks of AI poisoning and prompting calls for regulation. The post China Probe: How a Fake Fitness Tracker Became an AI ‘Top Pick’ appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has…
Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug Crippling PCs, Blocking Access to Core Drive
Microsoft says a Windows 11 issue tied to Samsung Galaxy Connect can block access to the C: drive and prevent key apps from opening. The post Microsoft Confirms Windows 11 Bug Crippling PCs, Blocking Access to Core Drive appeared first…
Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch for Critical Windows 11 RRAS Vulnerabilities
Microsoft releases an out-of-band hotpatch for critical Windows 11 RRAS vulnerabilities that could allow remote code execution through malicious remote servers. The post Microsoft Issues Emergency Patch for Critical Windows 11 RRAS Vulnerabilities appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has…
Instagram Users Urged to Save Encrypted DMs Before Feature Disappears
Meta will soon end Instagram’s end-to-end encrypted chats, citing low adoption and directing users to export affected messages. The post Instagram Users Urged to Save Encrypted DMs Before Feature Disappears appeared first on TechRepublic. This article has been indexed from…
Android 17 Leaks Reveal Major Redesign, AI Features, and Privacy Upgrades
Android 17 beta is here. Here’s what is confirmed so far, what leaks suggest, and which rumored features may arrive later in 2026. The post Android 17 Leaks Reveal Major Redesign, AI Features, and Privacy Upgrades appeared first on TechRepublic.…
Industrial Systems Under Siege: 77% of OT Environments Suffer Cyber Breaches
Industrial systems face rising cyber threats as OT security lags modernization. A new survey reveals widespread breaches and growing risks to critical infrastructure. The post Industrial Systems Under Siege: 77% of OT Environments Suffer Cyber Breaches appeared first on TechRepublic.…
875 Million Android Phones Face Risk Due to Hidden Chip Flaw
A MediaTek chip flaw could put up to 875 million Android phones at risk, exposing how a locked device can still be vulnerable below the surface. The post 875 Million Android Phones Face Risk Due to Hidden Chip Flaw appeared…
Critical Chrome Security Flaws Threaten Billions of Users Worldwide
Google patches two actively exploited Chrome vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to crash browsers or run malicious code. Billions of users urged to update. The post Critical Chrome Security Flaws Threaten Billions of Users Worldwide appeared first on TechRepublic. This…