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    Watch out for fake online stores as Black Friday approaches
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    Watch out for fake online stores as Black Friday approaches

    A new ring of 4,700 fake storefronts is luring victims with "deals" from major brands like The North Face.
    By Michael Crider 4 weeks ago
    Level rolls out its Level Lock Matter update—finally
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    Level rolls out its Level Lock Matter update—finally

    Level achieved Matter certification way back in March, 2024. The firmware update to enable it is finally rolling out today—sort of.
    By Michael Brown 4 weeks ago
    Google Home is getting its first Gemini AI-powered features
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    Google Home is getting its first Gemini AI-powered features

    Your Nest cam video histories and Google Home automations are about to get juiced by Gemini.
    By Ben Patterson 4 weeks ago
    Looks like Apple could get serious about the smart home in 2025
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    Looks like Apple could get serious about the smart home in 2025

    With chatter ramping up about security cameras and a smart “command center,” Apple appears poised to double down on its smart home efforts in 2025.
    By Ben Patterson 4 weeks ago
    Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows and Office
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    Microsoft fixes dozens of security flaws in Windows and Office

    Close to a hundred issues have been addressed in November's Patch Tuesday, including six zero-day vulnerabilities in Windows.
    By Frank Ziemann and Joel Lee 4 weeks ago
    Burglars are jamming Wi-Fi security cameras. Here's what you can do
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    Burglars are jamming Wi-Fi security cameras. Here's what you can do

    Tech-savvy thieves are finding new ways to circumvent wireless networked security cameras like Ring and Nest.
    By Michael Crider 4 weeks ago
    This wire-free Ring camera is now 45% off, the cheapest it's ever been
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    This wire-free Ring camera is now 45% off, the cheapest it's ever been

    The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is down to just $55 on Amazon ahead of Black Friday.
    By Gabriela Vatu 1 month ago
    Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe
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    Hackers are stealing more info than ever. These 4 actions keep you safe

    Data breaches and leaks keep coming fast and furious this year. Here’s how to defend yourself against the onslaught.
    By Alaina Yee 1 month ago
    Office apps crash on Windows 11 24H2 PCs with CrowdStrike antivirus
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    Office apps crash on Windows 11 24H2 PCs with CrowdStrike antivirus

    Office apps like Word and Excel are crashing on Windows 11 24H2 systems managed by CrowdStrike antivirus software.
    By Laura Pippig and Joel Lee 1 month ago
    9 things you realize when you first start using a VPN
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    9 things you realize when you first start using a VPN

    VPN novices take note. We'll walk you through what to expect from using a VPN — some of which might surprise you.
    By Sam Singleton 1 month ago
    Thousands of hacked TP-Link routers being used to hijack Azure accounts
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    Thousands of hacked TP-Link routers being used to hijack Azure accounts

    Hackers have built a botnet of 16,000+ compromised devices and have been using them to hijack Azure accounts for over a year.
    By Petter Ahrnstedt and Joel Lee 1 month ago
    New Android malware can hijack bank calls and reroute you to hackers
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    New Android malware can hijack bank calls and reroute you to hackers

    Newly spotted malware variants can detect bank-related call activity and reroute you to hackers in real time.
    By Michael Crider 1 month ago
    ExpressVPN debuts its new identity-theft and data-removal features
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    ExpressVPN debuts its new identity-theft and data-removal features

    ExpressVPN has just rolled out a new set of exciting identity-theft and data-removal tools available immediately for U.S. subscribers.
    By Sam Singleton 1 month ago
    Security flaws found in all Nvidia GeForce GPUs. Update drivers ASAP!
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    Security flaws found in all Nvidia GeForce GPUs. Update drivers ASAP!

    If you have an Nvidia GeForce graphics card, you need to download the latest driver updates now.
    By Laura Pippig and Joel Lee 1 month ago
    Google just open-sourced its AI text detection tool for everyone
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    Google just open-sourced its AI text detection tool for everyone

    SynthID can integrate "watermarks" into AI-generated text and detect them in systems that use the same LLM setup.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Chrome 130's first patch fixes three high-risk security flaws
    News

    Chrome 130's first patch fixes three high-risk security flaws

    The first security update for Chrome 130 fixes a few high-risk security vulnerabilities.
    By Frank Ziemann and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Here's why you need a VPN with in-flight Wi-Fi
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    Here's why you need a VPN with in-flight Wi-Fi

    In-flight Wi-Fi poses the same risks as any other public network, so make sure you're data is always protected with a VPN.
    By Sam Singleton 2 months ago
    Hackers infect thousands of WordPress sites with malware plugins
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    Hackers infect thousands of WordPress sites with malware plugins

    The world's most popular website platform is under attack via bogus malicious plugins.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Facebook and Instagram bring back facial recognition to 'protect people'
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    Facebook and Instagram bring back facial recognition to 'protect people'

    Meta is re-implementing facial recognition to fight against celebrity impersonators and improve account recovery.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Ring's newest battery-powered video doorbell is now 40% off
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    Ring's newest battery-powered video doorbell is now 40% off

    The Ring Battery Doorbell is on sale for $60 on Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 2 months ago
    How Microsoft outplays scammers with clever virtual 'honeypot' traps
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    How Microsoft outplays scammers with clever virtual 'honeypot' traps

    Microsoft cheats scammers by luring them into honeypots and monitoring what they do to better understand phishing attacks.
    By Laura Pippig and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Comparing smart lock quality & security? Look at these standards
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    Comparing smart lock quality & security? Look at these standards

    ANSI and BHMA smart lock ratings reveal everything from the effort it will take to defeat a lock (via picking or sheer destruction) to the availability of blank keys.
    By Christopher Null 2 months ago
    Live AI deepfake video makes 'pig butchering' scams more convincing
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    Live AI deepfake video makes 'pig butchering' scams more convincing

    Scammers were caught using live videos to trick romantic prospects in real time and steal over $45 million.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Crucial Google Chrome update closes 17 security flaws
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    Crucial Google Chrome update closes 17 security flaws

    Not only has Google released a new version of its browser (aka Chrome 130), it also closed 17 security vulnerabilities in the process.
    By Frank Ziemann 2 months ago
    Windows users are exposed to over 600 million cyber attacks every day
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    Windows users are exposed to over 600 million cyber attacks every day

    A new report from Microsoft reveals just how widespread cyber threats have become, both for regular people and businesses.
    By Kristian Kask and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Smart TVs are spying on you. How much do manufacturers really know?
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    Smart TVs are spying on you. How much do manufacturers really know?

    A new study shows how much user data is collected and analyzed by popular smart TV manufacturers, LG and Samsung.
    By Laura Pippig and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    A new 'super-realistic' AI scam could get your Gmail account hacked
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    A new 'super-realistic' AI scam could get your Gmail account hacked

    A Microsoft security expert warns Gmail users of a new convincing social engineering attack.
    By Laura Pippig and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Top-ranked Surfshark is 87% off with this early Black Friday VPN deal
    Deal

    Top-ranked Surfshark is 87% off with this early Black Friday VPN deal

    Our editor's choice Surfshark VPN is kicking the holiday shopping season off early with one of the best VPN deals expected this Black Friday.
    By Sam Singleton 2 months ago
    Windows Security: What is Memory Integrity, and why is it off by default?
    Feature

    Windows Security: What is Memory Integrity, and why is it off by default?

    Windows Security is supposed to protect you automatically—here's why one of its safeguards isn't on by default.
    By Alaina Yee 2 months ago
    Update Firefox 131 now to patch a critical zero-day security flaw
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    Update Firefox 131 now to patch a critical zero-day security flaw

    Mozilla released an emergency update, fixing a vulnerability that's actively being exploited in the wild.
    By Frank Ziemann and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Internet Archive hacked, 31 million accounts have info leaked
    News

    Internet Archive hacked, 31 million accounts have info leaked

    A "hacktivist" group claimed responsibility for the attack, which has been confirmed.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Microsoft just made passkeys even easier to use in Windows 11
    News

    Microsoft just made passkeys even easier to use in Windows 11

    Windows 11 now supports third-party passkeys and cleaner passkey saving via Windows Hello.
    By Kristian Kask and Joel Lee 2 months ago
    Ring launches AI-based Smart Video Search
    News

    Ring launches AI-based Smart Video Search

    Rather than scroll through video footage to find the details you’re looking for, Ring customers will be able to type natural-language queries in the Ring app.
    By Michael Brown 2 months ago
    Windows Security vs. Microsoft Defender: Important differences you should know
    Feature

    Windows Security vs. Microsoft Defender: Important differences you should know

    Microsoft has two different apps that protect against online threats — and depending on your situation, you may want to use both. Here’s what each one does.
    By Alaina Yee 2 months ago
    Save $150 on Blink's 3-camera bundle, now on sale at its best-ever price
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    Save $150 on Blink's 3-camera bundle, now on sale at its best-ever price

    This three-pack of Blink outdoor wireless security cameras is extremely affordable on Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 2 months ago
    Why you should be using Windows Hello to secure your PC
    Feature

    Why you should be using Windows Hello to secure your PC

    Windows Hello is more secure AND more convenient than using passwords. Here's everything you need to know about using Windows Hello.
    By Chris Hoffman 2 months ago
    Watch out for fake Disney+ scam sites in Google's search results
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    Watch out for fake Disney+ scam sites in Google's search results

    Scammers have created fake websites impersonating Disney+ sign-up pages and they're ranking highly in Google search.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    NordVPN launches its first app with post-quantum encryption support
    News

    NordVPN launches its first app with post-quantum encryption support

    NordVPN just updated its Linux app to include post-quantum encryption support in a step the company hopes will future-proof user privacy and security.
    By Sam Singleton 2 months ago
    Best VPN for Alabama: Pornhub workarounds
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    Best VPN for Alabama: Pornhub workarounds

    Pornhub has begun blocking access to residents of Alabama following new age verification laws—but a VPN can be a good workaround. These are the best VPNs to continue viewing the site while protecting your privacy.
    By Sam Singleton 2 months ago
    Ring is looking to pull off a backdoor price hike
    Updated

    Ring is looking to pull off a backdoor price hike

    Under cover of launching new features—including 24/7 video recording—Ring customers will soon be asked to pay more for the services they need the most.
    By Michael Brown 2 months ago
    The FTC goes hunting for misleading 'AI' product claims and scams
    News

    The FTC goes hunting for misleading 'AI' product claims and scams

    Five companies peddling AI-enhanced products and passive income schemes have been targeted by the FTC for misleading customers.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    This single security feature makes Windows 11 Pro worth every penny
    Feature

    This single security feature makes Windows 11 Pro worth every penny

    Windows 11 Pro generally requires a paid upgrade. But one killer security feature, Windows Sandbox, makes it all worthwhile.
    By Mark Hachman 2 months ago
    Microsoft now confirms you can opt out of, and remove, Windows Recall
    News

    Microsoft now confirms you can opt out of, and remove, Windows Recall

    Microsoft has published more technical details about how Recall will work, along with some changes to how it will be implemented.
    By Mark Hachman 2 months ago
    Ring's Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam hits a new best price — Get it now for $50
    Deal

    Ring's Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam hits a new best price — Get it now for $50

    The 2024 release of Ring's 360-degree indoor security camera just got cheaper on Amazon.
    By Gabriela Vatu 2 months ago
    Hackers remotely unlocked Kia cars with just a license plate scan
    News

    Hackers remotely unlocked Kia cars with just a license plate scan

    A team of four security researchers managed to get near-total control of cars using the Kia Connect system. All it took was a scan of their license plates.
    By Michael Crider 2 months ago
    Hackers are now using AI-generated code for malware attacks
    News

    Hackers are now using AI-generated code for malware attacks

    Two separate attacks have been spotted using code that was probably written by artificial intelligence.
    By Michael Crider 3 months ago
    I finally switched to a video doorbell. Here are 6 things I learned
    Feature

    I finally switched to a video doorbell. Here are 6 things I learned

    I'd long been curious about switching from a dumb doorbell to a smart one, and finally the opportunity came knocking. What I learned surprised me.
    By Esther Shein 3 months ago
    Kaspersky just slipped a different antivirus onto subscribers’ PCs
    News

    Kaspersky just slipped a different antivirus onto subscribers’ PCs

    The Russia-based antivirus software may be now banned in the United States, but it hasn't left without a trace.
    By Alaina Yee 3 months ago
    You can now save passkeys to Google Password Manager on desktops
    News

    You can now save passkeys to Google Password Manager on desktops

    Previously, passkeys could only be saved with Android devices.
    By Kristian Kask and Joel Lee 3 months ago
    Discord steps up privacy for users with end-to-end encryption
    News

    Discord steps up privacy for users with end-to-end encryption

    Breathe a (small) sigh of relief that your audio and video calls are now truly private.
    By Viktor Eriksson and Joel Lee 3 months ago
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