An FBI case in Texas shows Signal messages can still be recovered from iPhones even after app uninstall, via system artifacts, challenging privacy assumptions. The recent revelations about FBI forensic access to Signal messages on an iPhone have reignited a long-standing misunderstanding about mobile privacy: the belief that disappearing messages and encrypted apps guarantee that…
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Citizen Lab: Webloc tracked 500M devices for global law enforcement
Citizen Lab reported that law enforcement used the surveillance tool Webloc to track up to 500M devices via ad data globally. A report by Citizen Lab revealed that law enforcement agencies in the U.S., Hungary, and El Salvador used a surveillance tool called Webloc to track devices via advertising data, potentially affecting up to 500…
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 572 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly Security Affairs newsletter has arrived! Every week, the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. Censys finds 5,219 devices exposed to attacks by Iranian APTs, majority in U.S. GlassWorm evolves with…
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Google adds end-to-end Gmail encryption to Android, iOS devices for enterprises
Google has made a big step forward by extending end-to-end encryption to Android and iOS devices for Gmail client-side encryption (CSE) users, says an expert. “All in all, this is a welcome update, especially in light of recent concerns surrounding WhatsApp’s encryption methods,” said Gartner analyst Avivah Litan. “Google’s approach offers verifiable customer-managed keys and…
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Google adds end-to-end Gmail encryption to Android, iOS devices for enterprises
Google has made a big step forward by extending end-to-end encryption to Android and iOS devices for Gmail client-side encryption (CSE) users, says an expert. “All in all, this is a welcome update, especially in light of recent concerns surrounding WhatsApp’s encryption methods,” said Gartner analyst Avivah Litan. “Google’s approach offers verifiable customer-managed keys and…
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Apple unveiled a new high-end market opportunity this week
Though I reviewed Apple’s recently-introduced MacBook Neo, M5 MacBook Air, and M5 Max MacBook Pro, I didn’t look at Apple’s new displays. But it is noteworthy that even these products open up new opportunities for the company. That’s because Apple this week gained FDA clearance for the Medical Imaging Calibration feature introduced in the Studio Display XDR. Just as the affordable MacBook Neo opens…
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Zero-Days, Data Breaches, and AI Risks Define This Week’s Cybersecurity Landscape in 2026
Major Threats & Vulnerabilities Zero-Day and Critical Exploits A new zero-day vulnerability in Adobe Acrobat Reader is being actively exploited through malicious PDFs. Attackers can steal data and compromise systems, with no patch currently available. Security teams are urged to block untrusted PDFs, disable JavaScript, and use sandboxing with outbound traffic monitoring. The Fortinet EMS…
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Little Snitch for Linux shows what your apps are connecting to
Network monitoring on Linux has long been a gap for users who want per-process visibility into outbound connections. Existing tools either operate at the command line or were designed for server security rather than desktop privacy. Objective Development, the Austrian company behind the macOS firewall utility Little Snitch, released a Linux version of the tool.…
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Health insurance lead sites sell personal data within seconds of form submission
Lead generation websites that offer health insurance quotes collect sensitive personal data and sell it to multiple buyers within seconds of a user clicking submit. A study by researchers at UC Davis, Stanford University, and Maastricht University mapped this process across 105 health insurance lead generation sites and monitored what happened to the data over…
Global Security News, Network Security, privacy
Product showcase: Session, a messenger without phone numbers or metadata
Instant messaging has been around for decades, but it became widely adopted with the emergence of smartphones. Earlier, communication was limited to basic text messages. Messaging expanded to include photos, videos, and video calls without relying on telecom networks, as long as there is a reliable data connection. Privacy and metadata concerns With the growth…
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Protecting Cookies with Device Bound Session Credentials
Posted by Ben Ackerman, Chrome team, Daniel Rubery, Chrome team and Guillaume Ehinger, Google Account Security team Following our April 2024 announcement, Device Bound Session Credentials (DBSC) is now entering public availability for Windows users on Chrome 146, and expanding to macOS in an upcoming Chrome release. This project represents a significant step forward in…
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Chrome, Vivaldi, and the challenge of changing browsers
Ahem: My fellow Android-appreciating organisms — I’ve got a confession. After the better part of two decades of personally using Google’s Chrome browser on both Android and every desktop computer I own, I’ve made the leap into the arms of a shiny new web-weaving seductress. Her name is Vivaldi. Yes, it feels like a mildly…
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Weak at the seams
Before I ever held a security title, I was a software engineer implementing vertically integrated automation systems for industrial manufacturing, warehouse-scale conveyor networks, robotic material handling, physical infrastructure controlled by software on increasingly connected networks. I learned early that tightly coupled systems produce tightly coupled failures. When a single software fault could halt a distribution…
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WhatsApp brings long-awaited privacy control over who can contact you
After years of waiting, WhatsApp is set to roll out a username feature that will allow people to connect and communicate without sharing their phone numbers. This means more privacy and better control over phone number visibility by choosing a unique username. WhatsApp username feature (Source: WABetaInfo) The feature will become available to a limited…
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Weak at the seams
Before I ever held a security title, I was a software engineer implementing vertically integrated automation systems for industrial manufacturing, warehouse-scale conveyor networks, robotic material handling, physical infrastructure controlled by software on increasingly connected networks. I learned early that tightly coupled systems produce tightly coupled failures. When a single software fault could halt a distribution…
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Questions raised about how LinkedIn uses the petabytes of data it collects
Through LinkedIn’s more than one billion business users, the Microsoft unit has access to a vast array of personally-identifiable information, including data that could identify religious and political positions. What is less clear is what LinkedIn does with all of that data. A small European company that sells a browser extension to leverage different aspects…
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Questions raised about how LinkedIn uses the petabytes of data it collects
Through LinkedIn’s more than one billion business users, the Microsoft unit has access to a vast array of personally-identifiable information, including data that could identify religious and political positions. What is less clear is what LinkedIn does with all of that data. A small European company that sells a browser extension to leverage different aspects…
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Smashing Security podcast #462: LinkedIn is spying on you, and you agreed to nothing
LinkedIn has been secretly scanning your browser for over 6,000 installed extensions — on every single click you make. It can tell if you’re job hunting, what religion you are, and whether you have ADHD. And none of this is mentioned anywhere in their privacy policy. Meanwhile, California’s crypto millionaires are learning that no amount…
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LinkedIn is spying on you, and you agreed to nothing
LinkedIn has been secretly scanning your browser for over 6,000 installed extensions — on every single click you make. It can tell if you’re job hunting, what religion you are, and whether you have ADHD. And none of this is mentioned anywhere in their privacy policy. Meanwhile, California’s crypto millionaires are learning that no amount…
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ExpressVPN launches ExpressAI, an AI platform built for true privacy
ExpressAI is independently audited by Cure53, and is built on confidential computing to ensure user messages can’t be accessed or viewed by anyone
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10 ChatGPT Prompts L1 SOC Analysts Can Use in Their Daily Work
Security operations center (SOC) analysts are expected to process a constant stream of alerts — often under tight response timelines. At the same time, they are expected to investigate accurately, document clearly, and communicate findings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. This is where generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT can be helpful.…
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The tabletop exercise grows up
In the early 1800s, Prussian officers began rehearsing battles around sand tables. They called it Kriegsspiel, and it worked because it forced them to make high-stakes decisions under pressure. Fast forward to today, and that same concept has become cybersecurity’s go-to tool for crisis preparedness: the tabletop exercise. For good reason: it still works. Full…
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The tabletop exercise grows up
In the early 1800s, Prussian officers began rehearsing battles around sand tables. They called it Kriegsspiel, and it worked because it forced them to make high-stakes decisions under pressure. Fast forward to today, and that same concept has become cybersecurity’s go-to tool for crisis preparedness: the tabletop exercise. For good reason: it still works. Full…
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What Is a Proxy Server and Why It Matters Today
In this post, I will talk about what is a proxy server and why it matters today. In 2026, proxy servers remain a crucial tool for managing online privacy, access, and network efficiency. Platforms like buy proxy offer reliable solutions that let individuals and organizations mask IP addresses, filter content, and optimize traffic flow. While…
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8 advanced ways Vivaldi boosts your productivity
Switching browsers is almost akin to switching to a new operating system — or, for a more physical analogy, moving into a completely new office where everything’s unfamiliar. Most of us spend so much time in our browsers and handle so much work in that environment that in many ways, the browser essentially is the…
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Authentication is broken: Here’s how security leaders can actually fix it
Authentication keeps breaking where it matters most: On regulated front lines such as healthcare, government, aerospace and travel. The core issue is not a lack of innovation. Instead, it is a brittle and fragmented ecosystem of cards, readers, middleware and software that rarely work together under real-world pressure. Even today’s “passwordless” solutions can be undermined…
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BrowserGate: LinkedIn Tracks 6,000+ Browser Extensions on Users’ PCs
LinkedIn is accused in the BrowserGate report of tracking 6,000+ browser extensions on users’ PCs, raising concerns over privacy and data collection practices.
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Security Affairs newsletter Round 571 by Pierluigi Paganini – INTERNATIONAL EDITION
A new round of the weekly Security Affairs newsletter has arrived! Every week, the best security articles from Security Affairs are free in your email box. Enjoy a new round of the weekly SecurityAffairs newsletter, including the international press. Qilin ransomware group claims the hack of German political party Die Linke U.S. CISA adds a…
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Inconsistent Privacy Labels Don’t Tell Users What They Are Getting
Data privacy labels are a great idea for mobile apps, but the current versions just aren’t good enough.
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Wyden warns Social Security chief: Trump’s voter database is ‘blatant voter suppression’
Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., warned Social Security Administration chief Frank Bisignano that any follow-through on President Donald Trump’s executive order creating a new database of U.S. voters using agency data would be viewed by Democrats as a conscious choice on the part of SSA officials to participate in “blatant voter suppression.” “Facilitating Donald Trump’s directive…
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Microsoft 365 explained: Office 365, rebranded and expanded
Microsoft 365 arrived to much fanfare at its launch in July 2017, with Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella promising a “fundamental departure” in how the company thinks about product creation. Nearly nine years later, Microsoft 365 has become Microsoft’s core brand for workplace productivity software, having largely replaced the Office 365 branding long associated with the…
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Which messaging app takes the most limited approach to permissions on Android?
Messaging apps handle sensitive conversations, contacts, and media, and their behavior on a device varies in ways that affect privacy. An analysis of Android versions of Messenger, Signal, and Telegram shows that differences in permissions, background activity, and system exposure shape how much data each app can access and how often it communicates. Permissions define…
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Jamf warns of massive app insecurities
“Be wary then; best safety lies in fear,” said Laertes to sister Ophelia in William Shakespeare’s Hamlet. That’s a quote that should be on the desk of every business professional, as the digital environment is full of danger. Jamf provides us with a good look at what’s becoming a dangerous environment for Mac and iOS…
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Italian spyware vendor creates Fake WhatsApp app, targeting 200 users
WhatsApp blocked a fake app by Italian firm SIO/Asigint that targeted 200 users with spyware, urging them to reinstall the official app. WhatsApp has recently uncovered a malicious fake version of its app that targeted roughly 200 users, most of whom are in Italy. The platform confirmed that the unofficial client contained spyware and was…
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As cheap PCs vanish, enterprises might still find value in upgrades
Some enterprises might find that upgrading to newer, more expensive PCs is worth the investment since it appears cheap PCs won’t be coming anytime soon, analysts said. Dell and HP both have announced new business PCs that run Intel’s long-awaited Panther Lake chip, also called the Core Ultra Series 3; it has been touted as…
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This man hid $400 million in a fishing rod. Then it vanished
A cannabis-growing, beekeeping, gyrocopter-flying Irishman invested his drug money in Bitcoin back in 2011 – and now sits on a fortune worth $400 million. There’s just one small problem: the access codes were tucked inside his fishing rod case, which has mysteriously vanished. Or has it? Because this week, one of his frozen wallets suddenly…
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Apple — 50 years in fifteen minutes
It felt churlish to let Apple’s 50th birthday pass without adding to the hagiographic choir, so what follows is an unapologetically selective tour through some of the moments that shaped one of the most influential companies of the modern era. These were the inflection points where Apple didn’t just ship products, it distorted reality in its direction. For…
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TeamPCP Supply Chain Campaign: Update 005 – First Confirmed Victim Disclosure, Post-Compromise Cloud Enumeration Documented, and Axios Attribution Narrows, (Wed, Apr 1st)
This is the fifth update to the TeamPCP supply chain campaign threat intelligence report, “When the Security Scanner Became the Weapon” (v3.0, March 25, 2026). Update 004 covered developments through March 30, including the Databricks investigation, dual ransomware operations, and AstraZeneca data release. This update consolidates two days of intelligence through April 1, 2026. HIGH: Mercor AI…
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Free VPNs leak your data while claiming privacy
Most free Android VPNs track users, request dangerous permissions, and connect to risky servers, privacy comes at a hidden cost. Free VPN apps are some of the most popular downloads on Android, promising privacy at no cost. But the reality is far from what they advertise. Most users tap “install” without a second thought, unaware…
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5 unexpected takeaways and one big prediction from RSAC
This year’s RSAC was different. A big part of that is because for the first time, I showed up not as a product leader or industry insider, but as a founder of a venture-backed cybersecurity startup. From presenting in front of George Kurtz, CJ Moses, Robert Herjavec, and Bartley Richardson as one of just six…
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Proton launches new “Meet” privacy-focused conferencing platform
Proton has announced a new video conferencing service named Meet and positioned it as a privacy-focused alternative to mainstream services like Google Meet, Zoom, and Microsoft Teams. […]
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Cloud Security Alliance Wins 2026 SC Award for AI Security Certification
The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) has won the 2026 SC Award for Best Professional Certification Program for its Trusted AI Security Expert (TAISE) credential, a training program focused on the secure development, deployment, and governance of generative AI systems. The recognition comes as organizations continue adopting AI tools at a rapid pace, often while security,…
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Euro-Office billed as Europe’s sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office
A group of European technology firms has launched a new open-source office suite aimed at offering a sovereign alternative to Microsoft Office. Euro-Office consists of four core applications — a document editor, spreadsheet program, presentation tool, and PDF editor — and is built on the open-source OnlyOffice suite. It supports Microsoft Office file formats DOCX,…
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California to bar AI vendors that can’t prove bias safeguards
AI vendors selling to the California state government must prove they have safeguards against algorithmic bias, civil rights violations, and illegal content, or risk being barred from state contracts, under an executive order signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. The order directs the Department of General Services and the California Department of Technology to develop new…
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CCTV Crackdown: India Moves to Block Chinese Surveillance Cameras
India is preparing for a major shift in its surveillance ecosystem as the government tightens rules around internet-connected CCTV cameras. The move is primarily aimed at addressing rising concerns over national security and data privacy risks linked to foreign-made devices. Authorities have found that several widely used CCTV systems may not be as secure as…
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The High Cost of Low Trust: Our Commitment to Radical Transparency
Only 5% of organizations fully trust their cybersecurity providers. Let’s do better. Categories: Products & Services, Sophos Insights Tags: Trust, Trust Center, Privacy
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The Cybersecurity Trust Reality in 2026
New Sophos survey reveals only 5% of IT leaders say they fully trust their cybersecurity vendors Categories: Products & Services, Sophos Insights Tags: Trust, Privacy, Trust Center
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Fortinet hit by another exploited cybersecurity flaw
Yet another critical flaw in a Fortinet product has come to light as attackers continue to target the company, this time by actively exploiting a critical SQL injection vulnerability in the cybersecurity company’s management server. The vulnerability, (CVE-2026-21643), allows unauthenticated threat actors to execute arbitrary code on unpatched systems via specifically-crafted HTTP requests. These low-complexity…
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HIBP Mega Update: Passkeys, k-Anonymity Searches, Massive Speed Enhancements and a Bulk Domain Verification API
For a hobby project built in my spare time to provide a simple community service, Have I Been Pwned sure has, well, “escalated”. Today, we support hundreds of thousands of website visitors each day, tens of millions of API queries, and hundreds of millions of password searches. We’re processing billions of compromised records each year…
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It’s a mystery … alleged unpatched Telegram zero-day allows device takeover, but Telegram denies
A critical Telegram flaw could allow zero-click remote code execution on devices, but Telegram denies it. Researcher Michael DePlante (@izobashi) of TrendAI Zero Day disclosed a new Telegram vulnerability through Zero Day Initiative (ZDI). The vulnerability, tracked as ZDI-CAN-30207 (CVSS score of 9.8) allows attackers to execute code on targeted devices without any user interaction.…
Global Security News, privacy
Android 17 tweaks location privacy with one-time access
Google introduced a suite of location privacy features in Android 17 Beta 3 to give users more control and provide developers with tools for data minimization and product safety. Location button overview Android 17 introduces a new UI element called the location button, designed for one-time access to precise location. This feature supports common tasks…
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Lloyds Bank reveals how IT bug exposed transaction data
Lloyds Banking Group has identified the glitch that led to some of its customers being able to see details of other customers’ transactions on March 12. It revealed the information in a letter to the UK Parliament’s Treasury Committee, setting out the details of the incident and how it has been handled. The issue arose…
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Don’t sleep on this powerful new Chrome security booster
When it comes to staying safe online, the teensiest shred of common sense goes an impressively long way. That’s absolutely true on Android, as I’ve been preaching for more years than I can even remember at this point — and it’s true on the web, too, especially when you’re working within the desktop browser you…
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European Parliament delays implementation of parts of the EU AI Act
The European Parliament’s Thursday vote to delay parts of the EU AI Act adds more uncertainty to the already chaotic AI compliance universe. But analysts say that CIOs must proceed as though the compliance rules are in effect. In a statement, Parliament said that its members decided to “delay the application of certain rules on…
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The CISO’s guide to responding to shadow AI
Move over shadow IT; shadow AI is the new risk on the scene. The explosion of available AI tools, leadership’s enthusiasm for the new technology, the push for employees to do more with less, nascent governance and the sheer speed at which AI is evolving has created the perfect environment for shadow AI to flourish.…
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Former NSA chiefs worry American offensive edge in cybersecurity is slipping
SAN FRANCISCO — Four former National Security Agency directors shared varying concerns about a lack of earnest and widespread response to growing threats in cyberspace during a discussion at the RSAC 2026 Conference on Tuesday. Accelerating threats posed by artificial intelligence, China and cybercriminals at large are testing the country’s resolve and determination to foster…
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GitHub jumps on the bandwagon and will use your data to train AI
GitHub updated how it uses data to improve AI-powered coding assistance. Starting April 24, interaction data from Copilot Free, Pro, and Pro+ users may be used to train and improve GitHub’s models unless users opt out. Copilot Business and Copilot Enterprise users are not included in this change. Users who have already opted out do…
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Never knock on the door of a nuclear submarine base and ask for a selfie
A disgruntled data analyst decides that the best response to losing his contract is to steal the entire company payroll database and demand $2.5 million in Bitcoin – signing his extortion emails from a company called “Loot.” Meanwhile, two people drive up to the entrance of the UK’s nuclear submarine base at Faslane and politely…
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Apple’s AI endgame: Why waiting for Siri could make it a winner
Not only does Apple already make the world’s best AI PC with the M5 Max MacBook Pro capable of handling up to 90-billion parameter models, now it’s preparing to introduce what it hopes will be the world’s leading personal AI app. Bloomberg tells us Apple has a big plan for iOS 27 with a massive Siri revamp, turning it…
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MY YAKE: A decade of cyber collaboration, built under Obama, is now hostage to a political grudge
SAN FRANCISCO — I was in the room at Stanford in February 2015 when President Obama used the bully pulpit to launch what became a decade of hard-won public-private collaboration in cybersecurity. It didn’t take much to tear it asunder. At RSAC 2026 this week, that decade of work is suddenly on the line —…
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Security for the Quantum Era: Implementing Post-Quantum Cryptography in Android
Posted by Eric Lynch, Product Manager, Android and Dom Elliot, Group Product Manager, Google Play Modern digital security is at a turning point. We are on the threshold of using quantum computers to solve “impossible” problems in drug discovery, materials science, and energy—tasks that even the most powerful classical supercomputers cannot handle. However, the same…
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Recent Navia data breach impacts HackerOne employee data
A Navia breach exposed personal data of nearly 300 HackerOne employees after attackers compromised the benefits provider. HackerOne revealed that a data breach at Navia Benefit Solutions exposed the personal information of nearly 300 of its employees. The incident stems from an attack on the third-party benefits provider, highlighting how breaches at external partners can…
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How to Keep ICE Agents Out of Your Devices at Airports
With Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents deployed to more than a dozen airports across the U.S. and border device searches growing increasingly common, it’s more important than ever to consider your digital security before you travel. The risks are real. Customs and Border Protection agents have the authority to examine travelers’ devices. In June, for…
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Telemetry Pipeline: How It Works and Why It Matters in 2026
A telemetry pipeline has become a core layer in modern security operations because teams no longer send data from applications, infrastructure, and cloud services straight into a single backend and hope for the best. In 2026, most environments are distributed across cloud, hybrid, and on-prem systems, which means more services, more data sources, more formats,…
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HP will cram a 20-billion-parameter AI model into new AI PCs
HP is planning to roll out AI software to automate routine tasks and support decision-making on its enterprise AI PCs, offering enterprises an alternative to Microsfot’s cloud-based Copilot. Unveiled at HP’s Imagine event on Tuesday, HP IQ will initially be available in early access on the next generation of HP EliteBook X G2 AI PCs…
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Firefox now has a free built-in VPN with 50GB monthly data limit
Mozilla released Firefox 149 with added privacy protection through a built-in VPN tool offering up to 50GB of monthly traffic. […]
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Apple: Local business ads are coming to Apple Maps
Following years of speculation, Apple has confirmed it intends to introduce advertising in Apple Maps — specifically a business-focused offering designed to grab a chunk of the estimated $296 billion location-based ads market. Announced alongside big changes in Apple’s services for business, including international introduction of services previously available with Apple Business Essentials in the…
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NVIDIA GTC Recap: Updates From the Next-Gen AI Conference
NVIDIA GTC 2026, one of the largest AI conferences focused on next-gen AI, featured no shortage of product and service announcements. Among the announcements are those that open new opportunities for the channel with AI agent-as-a-service offerings and strengthening NVIDIA’s position as a platform orchestrator within the channel ecosystem. MSPs and MSSPs will also be…
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Most Secure Cloud Storage for Privacy & Protection
Cloud storage makes it easy to store and access files from anywhere, but it also introduces real security risks. Every time you upload sensitive data, you rely on a provider to protect it from breaches, unauthorized access, and data exposure. Not all cloud storage services offer the same level of security. Some lack zero-knowledge encryption,…
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Cybet Review: A Fast-Growing Crypto Casino with Fast Withdrawals and No-KYC Gaming
In this post, I will show you the Cybet review, a fast-growing crypto casino with fast withdrawals and no-KYC gaming. The rapid growth of cryptocurrency has transformed the online gambling industry. More players are now looking for crypto casinos that offer faster transactions, greater privacy, and modern gaming experiences. Among the new platforms gaining attention in the…
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The dark side of chatbots with ‘personality’
They say you can find anything on Amazon. Now, you can even get a personality. Not for yourself, but for your AI “friend,” Alexa. Amazon has announced four new “conversation styles” or “personalities” for its voice-interaction Alexa+ AI chatbot. Users can now choose between “Brief,” “Chill,” “Sweet,” and “Sassy” styles and pick from a range…
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French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle tracked via Strava activity in OPSEC failure
A French aircraft carrier was tracked in real time via a sailor’s Strava activity, exposing a persistent operational security flaw. Le Monde revealed that France’s aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle was tracked in real time through an officer’s activity on the Strava app. A sailor unknowingly shared running data from the ship, exposing its location…
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8 Best Encryption Software & Tools in 2026
This guide is for businesses and IT decision-makers evaluating encryption software in 2026, covering how these tools work and how to choose the right solution for your needs. Encryption software obfuscates data to render it unreadable without a decryption key, protecting it against unauthorized access or theft. However, the best tool depends heavily on the…
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Beijing wants its own quantum-resistant encryption standards rather than adopt NIST’s
China is reportedly planning to develop its own national post-quantum cryptography standards within the next three years, even as most of the world has already begun migrating to those finalized by the US in 2024. Post-quantum cryptography deals with algorithms that can protect data from the threat proposed by future quantum computers, which are expected…
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Top 25 Cybersecurity Companies in 2026
This guide is for IT leaders, security professionals, and decision-makers looking to explore leading cybersecurity companies in 2026 and evaluate vendors across key areas of modern security. Cybersecurity has become one of the most critical priorities for organizations operating in today’s world. As businesses adopt cloud computing, remote work, artificial intelligence (AI), and increasingly complex…
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Java 26 ships with new cryptography API and HTTP/3 support
Oracle released JDK 26, the 17th consecutive feature release delivered under the six-month cadence the project adopted in 2018. The release includes ten JDK Enhancement Proposals spanning language changes, garbage collection improvements, cryptographic tooling, and network protocol support. PEM encoding API targets cryptographic integration JEP 524 introduces a second preview of a PEM encoding API…
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This clever scam nearly hijacked a tech CEO’s Apple ID
In episode 459 of Smashing Security, we dive into a chillingly clever account takeover attempt targeting WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg – involving MFA fatigue, real Apple alerts, a convincing support call, and a phishing page that oh-so-nearly worked. If a famous techie could have this happen to you, can you be sure you’re immune? Plus:…
AI, china, Cybersecurity, Exploits, Funding, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, privacy
U.S. robotics companies want federal help to keep Chinese robots out of America’s networks
Executives at top U.S. robotics companies asked Congress for federal dollars, new legislation and a simpler regulatory field, arguing the support is necessary to adapt to the AI era and compete with their well-oiled, state-funded Chinese competitors. The U.S. robotics sector, estimated at $50 billion in value, includes world famous companies like Boston Dynamics. The…
AI, Global Security News, privacy
AI could be suppressing wages for young workers
Growing AI adoption has slowed the hiring of young workers in software development and customer service jobs, and recent data suggests it could also be exerting pressure on entry-level wages, according industry experts. “For software developers, there’s been about a 20% decline for entry-level people aged 22 to 26,” said Erik Brynjolfsson, director of the…
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News, malware, Network Security, privacy, Risk Management
Free Antivirus Software Face-Off: Which One Protects Best?
Free antivirus software isn’t what it used to be. It’s better. In 2025, some of the most respected names in cybersecurity are offering powerful tools at no cost. If you’re looking for solid protection without opening your wallet, you’re in the right place. I tested and reviewed the top free antivirus products available today, focusing…
AI, Apps, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, privacy, Risk Management
Protect Your Privacy: Best Secure Messaging Apps in 2026
Think your messages are private? Think again. Someone could be reading them. Someone could be listening to your calls. From public Wi-Fi to fake login pages, attackers have countless ways to slip between you and the person you’re communicating with, without you ever knowing. Without a trusted messaging app, you’re leaving the door wide open.…
AI, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Endpoint, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, privacy, Risk Management
Top 7 Full Disk Encryption Software Solutions in 2026
This guide is for IT teams, security leaders, and businesses evaluating the best full disk encryption solutions in 2026, covering how they work and why they matter for protecting sensitive data. Full disk encryption serves as a critical first line of defense by securing hard drives, external storage, and endpoints against unauthorized access. As cyber…
AI, Global Security News, privacy, Risk Management
Firefox is getting a free built-in VPN
Mozilla is adding a free built-in VPN to Firefox, with the feature arriving in Firefox 149 on March 24. Privacy concerns often follow free VPN services, especially when unclear data practices put user information at risk. Mozilla says its version is grounded in its data principles and focus on trust, aiming to avoid the kinds…
AI, Data Breaches, Exploits, Global Security News, privacy, Risk Management
CVE-2026-20643: Vulnerability in WebKit Navigation API May Bypass Same Origin Policy
Just a little over a month after fixing the actively exploited CVE-2026-20700 zero-day, Apple has now issued its first Background Security Improvements release to address CVE-2026-20643, a WebKit vulnerability that could allow maliciously crafted web content to bypass the Same Origin Policy, one of the browser’s core security boundaries. The issue in the limelight adds…
AI, Apps, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Global Security News, Government & Policy, privacy, Risk Management
Top 10 Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Tools in 2026
This guide is for compliance leaders, risk managers, and IT teams seeking the best governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) tools in 2026, covering top platforms, key features, and selection considerations. These tools simplify the complexity of governance by equipping your team with the resources needed to manage evolving regulations, reduce risk, and control costs more…
AI, APAC, Apps, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Global Security News, privacy, Risk Management
Observability Pipeline: Managing Telemetry at Scale
Observability began as a visibility problem. Yet, today it is framed just as much as a control challenge because teams have to manage the floods of telemetry moving daily through the business environment. Most organizations already collect large volumes of logs, metrics, events, and traces. The issue now lies in managing tons of that data…
AI, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Data Security, Global Security News, Government & Policy, Network Security, privacy, Risk Management
Cybersecurity and privacy priorities for 2026: The legal risk map
Escalating cybersecurity threats and growing privacy concerns lurk around every corner these days. Evolving technology and mounting regulations continue to present both the perils and solutions. All players — public and private, organizations and individuals alike — are to conquer the next quest in this realm. In the most recent Annual Litigation Trends Survey by…
AI, Compliance, Cybersecurity, Data Breaches, Data Security, Exploits, Global Security News, privacy, Risk Management
CISOs rethink their data protection strategies
Scott Kopcha witnessed what CISOs everywhere are seeing: employees eager to use artificial intelligence, whether through public models or custom AI tools, accessing company data at a breathtaking rate and volume. Kopcha already had a mature data protection strategy in place; as a law firm, his organization had a long history of safeguarding sensitive data.…
AI, Global Security News, privacy
Nvidia NemoClaw promises to run OpenClaw agents securely
In the few short weeks since OpenClaw became the biggest story in agentic AI, it has been dogged by concerns that it is not secure enough to be safely let loose in enterprises. This week at the Nvidia GPU Technology Conference (GTC) conference, CEO Jensen Huang announced what he believes is the answer: NemoClaw. Built…
AI, Global Security News, privacy
Nvidia NemoClaw promises to run OpenClaw agents securely
In the few short weeks since OpenClaw became the biggest story in agentic AI, it has been dogged by concerns that it is not secure enough to be safely let loose in enterprises. This week at the Nvidia GPU Technology Conference (GTC) conference, CEO Jensen Huang announced what he believes is the answer: NemoClaw. Built…
AI, Cybersecurity, Global Security News, malware, Network Security, privacy
Surfshark vs NordVPN (2026): Which VPN Wins? Full Breakdown
This guide is for anyone comparing Surfshark vs. NordVPN in 2026, breaking down their features, performance, pricing, and real-world use cases to help you choose the right VPN. On paper, Surfshark and NordVPN look almost identical, offering fast speeds, airtight security, and worldwide streaming access. But when I tested them, the results revealed a clear…
AI, Global Security News, Network Security, privacy
Microsoft Edge 146 adds IP privacy and local network access controls
Microsoft Edge version 146 (Stable) became available on March 13, 2026, bringing updates to tracking protection, IP privacy, and enterprise network security policies. One change affects tracking prevention in InPrivate browsing. InPrivate windows use the same tracking prevention level configured for standard browsing sessions. The separate option that previously allowed a different tracking setting for…
AI, Apps, Global Security News, malware, privacy, Risk Management
Advanced Protection Mode in Android 17 prevents apps from misusing Accessibility Services
Android 17 will block non-accessibility apps from using the Accessibility API under Advanced Protection Mode to reduce malware abuse. Android 17 introduces a new security feature in Advanced Protection Mode (AAPM) that blocks apps without accessibility functions from accessing the Accessibility API. The change, first reported by Android Authority and included in Android 17 Beta…
AI, Global Security News, privacy
OpenAI says ChatGPT ads are not rolling out globally for now
OpenAI told BleepingComputer that ChatGPT ads on Free and Go plans are not yet rolling out outside the United States, even though some users noticed references to ads in the updated privacy policy. […]
Global Security News, privacy
The Backlash Against AI Devices That Are Always Watching
From Meta to Anthropic, new examples are emerging over how the fast-developing technology is set to redefine privacy.
Europe, Global Security News, privacy
EU Parliament backs extension of CSAM detection rules until 2027
The European Parliament has voted to extend a temporary exemption to EU privacy legislation that allows online platforms to voluntarily detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM). The extension prolongs a derogation from the EU’s ePrivacy Directive, which was set to expire on 3 April 2026, until 3 August 2027. Lawmakers say the additional time will…
AI, Endpoint, Europe, Global Security News, privacy, Risk Management
Building Trust in AI SOC Analyst Solutions: A UK and EU CISO Perspective
By Brett Candon, VP International at Dropzone AI Trust has always been critical in security operations, but in the UK and Europe it carries significant regulatory weight. GDPR, NIS2 and similar related data‑protection frameworks shape far more than legal risk, they directly influence architectural decisions, supplier selection, and how security data can be accessed, processed…
AI, Apps, Compliance, Data Breaches, Data Security, Global Security News, Network Security, privacy, Risk Management
AI Agent Safety Checklist
As organizations rapidly adopt AI agents to automate workflows, summarize data, and assist decision-making, security and governance teams face a new challenge: how to deploy AI safely without introducing unmanaged risk. Unlike traditional SaaS tools, AI agents can interpret, generate, and act on data dynamically — often across multiple systems. That makes oversight, scope control,…
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Officials worry Salt Typhoon apathy is killing momentum for tougher telecom security rules
Two years ago, it was revealed that Chinese hackers had compromised at least ten U.S. telecoms, giving them broad access to phone data affecting nearly all Americans. Since then, public officials charged with responding to the campaign and bolstering the nation’s cyber defenses have reported a common problem. Many of their constituents struggle to understand…
AI, Global Security News, privacy
WhatsApp is giving parents peace of mind over their kids’ privacy
WhatsApp has introduced parent-managed accounts designed for pre-teens, giving parents and guardians new controls over contacts, group participation, and how the app is used. These accounts are limited to messaging and calling and do not include access to features such as Meta AI, location sharing, or disappearing messages in individual chats. Parents must have the…