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Gmail now lets you send self-destructing 'confidential mode' emails from your phone
Gmail's not entirely confidential 'confidential mode' expiry-date email feature is now available on mobile apps.
UK hacking prosecutions plummet with only 47 charges recorded last year
A lack of resources is believed to be partly to blame for incredibly low prosecution figures.
Alleged head of BitConnect cryptocurrency scam arrested in Dubai
BitConnect has been accused of operating an exit scam after duping investors out of millions of rupees.
Coinbase files patent for freeze logic cryptocurrency wallet security
The invention aims to add a fresh layer of security to wallets used directly for merchant payments.
EU considers 60-minute deadline for social networks to remove terrorist content
The commission says that not enough progress has been made in stamping out extremist content.
China aims to narrow cyberwarfare gap with US
While US blames China for cyber attacks on networks.
Google: To be clear, this is how we track you even with Location History turned off
Google has now clarified what turning off the Location History setting really means.
Necurs botnet launches fresh assault against banks
The spam botnet has been harnessed in order to compromise close to 3,000 financial institutions.
1990s technology exposes 32,000 smart homes, businesses to exploit
When modern IoT gadgets rely on technology from the 1990s, it is unsurprising that security becomes a problem.
Windows malware: How to stop your files being wrongly tagged as malicious by Windows Defender ATP
Microsoft details some of the ways Windows Defender ATP analyses files and software.
Mozilla wipes 23 Firefox add-ons off the map for tracking user activity
Updated: The purge was prompted by the exposure of the Web Security add-on's data-slurping habits.
'Hacky hack hack': Teen arrested for breaking into Apple's network
Updated: The Apple fan allegedly managed to download roughly 90GB in corporate documents as well as access customer accounts.
Open-source vulnerabilities which will not die: Who is to blame?
Major open-source vulnerabilities have wreaked havoc and caused heartache for IT admins worldwide.
Australia appoints information and privacy commissioner
Interim Information Commissioner and Privacy Commissioner Angelene Falk has been appointed to the role for the next three years, the attorney-general has announced.
Severe vulnerability exposes WordPress websites to attack
Researchers say the PHP security flaw could leave countless WordPress websites open to exploit.
Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD: Hardware-encrypted solid-state drive that fits in a pocket
The Apricorn Aegis Padlock SSD fits into the palm of your hand, yet features AES-XTS 256-bit hardware encryption, a wear-resistant keypad, and the case is impervious to dust, grit and water.
These are 2018's biggest hacks, leaks, and data breaches
Dozens of breaches, over a billion affected.
IronKey D300 hardware-encrypted USB flash drive
When it comes to portable and durable data security, IronKey is a trusted name, and if you want a USB flash drive that will securely and safely store your data, the D300 is worth taking a look at.
10 indoor security cameras for a smarter home or office
Many of the popular security cameras available to purchase right now not only make your home or office safer but also smarter. They're loaded with intelligent features and sometimes even include support for digital assistants like Alexa, all with the purpose of giving you some peace of mind.
Private browsing: 16 good reasons to use incognito mode
Also known as private browsing or porn mode, your browser privacy setting has all sorts of useful applications that have nothing to do with hiding the consumption of adult content.
The dumbest passwords people still use
Everybody knows that 12345 is a bad password. But what they're using instead isn't much stronger
North Korea's history of bold cyber attacks
Many of the massive cyberattacks that have spread across the world in recent years were traced back or attributed to North Korea. Here are eleven examples.
How computers of the future will recognise us
Many now think that passwords cannot secure their PCs and phones, so how will we gain access to our devices in the near future?
24 internet-connected things that really shouldn't be online
A roundup of some of the more bizarre things that are online -- but really shouldn't be.
Apricorn Aegis Secure Key 3z (in pictures)
I've owned countless USB flash drives over the years, but none come close to being as cool - or as useful - as the Aegis Secure Key 3z with built-in hardware-based encryption.
Research round-up: Cloud computing, IoT and cybersecurity, iPhone X and more
12 graphs which explain the tech news of the last month.
Apricorn USB 3.0 Aegis Padlock DT drive
Securing sensitive data stored on external hard drives is usually a minefield, especially if you are looking for cross-platform compatibility. The Apricorn USB 3.0 Aegis Padlock DT drive is the solution to this problem.
Smart home suites match up devices for security and convenience
Are you looking for ways to make your home smarter and safer? Then check out these hand-picked smart home product suites. They're expansive, easy to use, and overall good options if you don't know where to start.
Adjust these Facebook privacy settings to protect your personal data
Facebook has rolled out new settings to appease users after the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Here's what you need to know.
Social media cannot be trusted without these features
Many of us no longer trust Facebook. We're wary of sharing data -- in case it is used by third parties without our knowledge. So, what features will the social media platform of the future need to regain our confidence?
Weaponizing AI in malware
IBM's DeepLocker is proof of concept for AI-enabled malware.
WordPress security flaw could leave websites vulnerable, say researchers
A severe WordPress vulnerability which has been left a year without being patched has the potential to disrupt countless websites running the CMS, researchers claim. Read more: https://zd.net/2OHbzKm
Global information security to exceed $124b in 2019: Gartner
Worldwide spending on information security will reach over $114 billion this year, up 12.4 percent from last year, and $124 billion by 2019, says Gartner.
Your smartphone's security might be compromised from the moment of purchase
25 Android smartphone models contain severe vulnerabilities off the shelf.
Are IoT security standards around the corner?
Eran Fine, CEO and co-founder at NanoLock Security, and Tonya Hall discuss the best ways to protect IoT devices.
TLS 1.3 is out: Major boost for web security
Expect wide and fast adoption of the latest web encryption protocol after engineers finalise Transport Layer Security (TLS) version 1.3.
Major vendors like PayPal affected by mobile point-of-sale vulnerabilities
Researchers have disclosed the existence of point-of-sale bugs which impact mobile payment services worldwide.
Zero-day vulnerability: Apple macOS compromised with one click
Tampering with two lines of code unveiled a serious bug which could lead to full system compromise.
Andromeda botnet malware is still an infection issue
One of the largest botnets was taken out by the authorities last year - but large numbers of PCs remain infected.
German police's hacking tools get challenged in Constitutional Court
Germany's use of state-sponsored malware to fight crime is under fire from several sides.
California: Drone pilots warned not to fly until wildfires are under control
The bottom line is simple: Flying a drone near a wildfire could cause catastrophic damage. Don't do it.
Facing the unique challenges of a ransomware attack
Lester Godsey, chief information security officer in Mesa, AZ, discusses how ransomware attacks have changed in the past few years and how to adapt to those changes.
Re-using old code gives North Korean hackers new problems
One of the world's most notorious cyber warfare operations has been cutting corners - but it hasn't dented their potency.
Apple reassures US lawmakers over data snooping concerns
Apple again tells congress that iPhone customers are "not our product".
Rebuilding the grid after a cyberattack: The Department of Energy has a plan
The project will investigate the consequences of attacks on energy infrastructure and how long it takes systems to recover.
