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Dashlane: Pricing, features, and how to get started

Are you looking for a reliable password manager? Dashlane secures your files using NSA-level tools. Here's how much it costs, what you get for the price, and how to get started.

CISA: Do these three things to toughen up your network against hackers

Cybersecurity agency shares the lessons learned from a red team assessment of a critical infrastructure organization.

Google One brings VPN feature to more plans, adds dark web monitoring for personal info

Google will now monitor the dark web for your personal information and alert you if it's found.

Modem vs router: What's the difference?

You'll need both for your internet connection, but they do different jobs.

Faced with likelihood of ransomware attacks, businesses still choosing to pay up

Organisations in four Asia-Pacific nations have to fend off phishing, business email compromise, and ransomware attacks, with those infected in Australia, at 90%, the most willing to give in to ransom demands.

Huawei spotlights healthcare, maritime in 5G use case

Healthcare and maritime are key sectors that can benefit from 5G connectivity with their need for low network latency, but they also have to prepare for higher security risks.

Stop using your 4-digit iPhone passcode in public. Do this instead

A recent report suggests that your iPhone's passcode is all thieves need to steal your personal information. Here's how to make it more difficult for them to get.

Google is expanding this 'next level' encryption to more Gmail users

Google's client-side encryption for Gmail and Calendar reaches general availability, but not for all Gmail users.

What's the best way to ensure your privacy with a web browser?

With privacy becoming more and more challenging to maintain, what's the most effective method of preventing third parties from keeping tabs on you in your web browser? Here are some options.

LastPass breach: Hackers put malware on engineer's home computer to steal their password

The fallout from the LastPass hack continues, with the company revealing attackers gained access by hacking a senior engineer's home computer.

The best security keys of 2024: Expert tested

We tested the best security keys that combine safety and convenience to keep your online accounts safe from hackers and phishing attacks.

Microsoft: Here's how our technology disrupts ransomware and phishing attacks

Microsoft 365 Defender has AI-based capabilities, which the company says can detect and disable compromised accounts and services attackers are trying to use.

These are the most secure countries for remote workers in 2023

Here are the countries considered the 'safest' for remote workers, as well as the best countries for connectivity and VPN access.

Australia retailer's customer data compromised in third-party breach

The Good Guys' customer data, including phone numbers and email addresses, have been compromised in a third-party breach that industry observers say is yet another reminder for businesses to scrutinise their suppliers' security practices.

These experts are racing to protect AI from hackers. Time is running out

AI is becoming a key part of our lives. Hacking it could cause chaos, so the race is on to build defenses.

NSA says: Do these things to keep your home network safe from cyberattack

The NSA's 'Best Practices for Securing Your Home Network' guide provides remote workers with advice on how to protect against online threats.

How to easily back up your Mac onto a USB drive (and feel like James Bond doing it)

Regular backups can save you from losing precious data. But it's amazing how few people only think about this after devastating data disasters.

This Android security risk is often overlooked. Google wants that to change

There's been an increase in cyberattacks targeting Android smartphone firmware. Google has a plan to improve defenses.

Samsung Galaxy smartphones are getting this new security feature

Zero-click attacks don't need you to interact with them to hack your phone. Samsung Message Guard aims to stop them from getting through.

Do RFID blocking cards actually work? My Flipper Zero revealed the truth

Credit and debit cards contain RFID contactless technology. Can an RFID blocking card keep someone from "reading" your card without your knowledge? I put it to the test.

How to protect your Twitter account without SMS two-factor authentication

Unless you're a Twitter Blue subscriber, you'll soon lose access to text-message two-factor authentication. But don't worry. There are better ways to secure your account.

Why is Twitter turning millions of accounts into defenseless targets?

Twitter is removing an essential security feature, putting millions of accounts at risk.

Five easy steps to keep your smartphone safe from hackers

Your smartphone contains your passwords, private messages, bank details and more. Here's how to keep that vital info a little bit safer.

Tile steps up measures against thieves and stalkers, criticizes Apple's AirTag approach

Tile has introduced a new anti-theft mode on its trackers, while taking serious steps to deter stalkers from using the new feature

How to update your iPhone, iPad, and Mac now to fix a critical security vulnerability

If you've bought an iPhone, an iPad, or a Mac in the last five years, make sure the latest security patch is installed.

How 1Password lets you secure a team of 10 for a flat $19.95 per month

1Password is a password manager software offering a discounted value plan for teams of up to 10 people.

Fraudsters are using machine learning to help write scam emails in different languages

Business email compromise attacks are effective and costly - and by using translation tools, attackers are going after a wider range of potential victims.

The war in Ukraine has shaken up the cybercriminal ecosystem, Google says

Ransomware continues to be lucrative, but financially motivated threat actors are not immune from geopolitical developments, Google's new report says, one year into the war in Ukraine.

Microsoft fixes three zero-days in its 75-flaw February Patch Tuesday

Three zero-day flaws and nine critical flaws patched in this month's update.

The Pixel phones may be getting a long overdue feature

90% of Android's vulnerabilities are caused by one security issue. The next release of Android could solve that, at least in some handsets. Here's which phones are likely to benefit first.

How Kia and Hyundai's new software update thwarts viral TikTok car thefts

Before you fall victim to the 'Kia Challenge' that's gone viral on TikTok, see if your car is eligible for the software update.

1Password is saying goodbye to passwords in favor of passkeys. Here's why

The password manager provider says it's moving towards a passwordless future.

AtlasVPN offers 83% off in privacy promotion

AtlasVPN is hoping to lure new subscribers with massive discounts and a few months' free thrown in.

ChatGPT and more: What AI chatbots mean for the future of cybersecurity

OpenAI's chatbot has many great uses - but as with any new technology, there are people out there who will look to exploit it in ways that could cause problems.

Atlas VPN upgrades servers for faster browsing

VPN provider introduces 10Gbps servers to ease congestion and provide users with a better experience.

How to change your account password in Windows 11

Whether you use a local account or a Microsoft account, here's how to rejigger your password.

Adobe Acrobat will soon power Microsoft Edge's PDF reader

Microsoft Edge users on Windows will soon see Adobe branding in all PDFs, unless you subscribe to Adobe's advanced features.

Russian hackers are trying to break into ChatGPT, says Check Point

That's one of a number of ongoing efforts to compromise the language bot, threats that could lead to highly targeted phishing attacks.

Reddit was hit with a phishing attack. How it responded is a lesson for everyone

A quick and transparent response shows that there's a correct way to respond to cybersecurity incidents.

Phishing attacks are easy for criminals. This is how expensive they could be for you

Email is an easy target for cyber criminals. It can be lucrative for them, too - and costly for businesses.

Tiny IoT devices are getting their own special encryption algorithms

These cryptography algorithms are designed to protect ephemeral data transmitted between edge devices and sensors, not long-term secrets.

Ransomware has hit 3,800 servers, but CISA says this tool might help

Organizations affected by the ESXiArgs ransomware for VMware ESXI servers can use an automated script for recovery.

There's been a big rise in phishing attacks. This one worked

We all use email and cyber criminals know it - and they're successfully exploiting that fact to their advantage.

Singapore officially deactivates contact tracing system, to 'refurbish' wearables

Once used to facilitate a murder investigation, data collected from Singapore's COVID-19 contact tracing platform has been deleted and the Bluetooth-powered wearables used to detect proximity will be "refurbished and recycled" for future use when needed.

Google Chrome 110 arrives - but not all Windows PCs will get it

The latest Google Chrome no longer supports Windows 7 and Windows 8, leaving some PC users with a tricky choice.

Singapore hit by growing cybercrimes, clocks $501M in losses from scams

Number of reported scam and cybercrime cases climbed 25.2% last year, with young adults aged 20 to 39 accounting for more than half of scam victims who lost a total of SG$660.7 million ($501.9 million).

Google expands virtual cards to American Express customers

On Safer Internet Day, Google is also giving users more options to use biometrics for privacy

VMware warns of ransomware attacks on unpatched ESXi hypervisors

VMware and cybersecurity authorities warn enterprises to update ESXi hypervisors to supported versions amid widespread ransomware attacks.

This notorious ransomware has now found a new target

The authors of Clop ransomware are experimenting with a Linux variant - a warning that multiple different platforms are in the sights of cyber extortionists.

Singapore open to ChatGPT use in schools, but urges caution

Schools are given "guidance and resources" to use artificial intelligence tools, including ChatGPT, to enhance learning, but students first must understand basic concepts and do not become over-reliant on technological tools, says education minister.

How to protect and secure your password manager

Using a password manager is an effective way to protect your passwords, but you also need to protect your password manager.

Hackers are using this new trick to deliver their phishing attacks

Cyber criminals are trying a new method to help ensure phishing attacks are successful - here's what to watch out for.

Flipper Zero: How to install third-party firmware (and why you should)

The pocket-sized hacking tool is already pretty powerful out of the box, but installing third-party firmware can unlock a lot more power.

Singapore, EU digital pact to cover 'all areas' of bilateral cooperation

EU-Singapore Digital Partnership provides an "overarching framework" for collaboration across multiple areas in the cross-border digital economy, including electronic payments, data flows, 5G, artificial intelligence, and digital identities.

Microsoft: We are tracking these 100 active ransomware gangs using 50 types of malware

Microsoft warns that phishing, fake software updates, and unpatched vulnerabilities are being exploited for ransomware attacks.

Optimize Mac Storage can make your files go poof. Ask me how I know

Optimize Mac Storage has a dark side. Here's what you need to know if you rely on it.

Microsoft warning: These phishing attackers used fake OAuth apps to steal email

Phishing attackers bypassed Microsoft's verified publisher checks to create apps that dupe victims into granting access to their online accounts.

Firms fear software stack breach as attack surface widens

Almost 80% believe their organization is vulnerable to multi-tiered cyber attacks that can impact the entire application stack in the next 12 months, with 48% noting that an expanded attack surface has posed more challenges.

Singapore can now order social media sites to block access, as 'online safety' law kicks in

Effective from February 1, Singapore's Online Safety Act comprises a new section that regulates online communication services--specifically, social media platforms--that must comply with directives to block local access to "egregious" content or face potential fines.

Phishing attacks are getting scarily sophisticated. Here's what to watch out for

Phishing campaigns use fake social media profiles, in-depth research, and more to trick unsuspecting victims into clicking malicious links.
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