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Proton brings more encrypted collaboration features to its Docs app
Proton is continuing to expand the feature set of Docs, its encrypted version of Word or Google Docs. You can now leave suggestions for changes in documents.
Kris Holta day ago
The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine is fully back in action with saving pages
The Internet Archive is continuing the recovery process after a series of DDoS attacks that took down its servers in early October.
Anna Washenko11.06.2024
Canadian police arrest alleged hacker behind cyberattacks that compromised ‘nearly all’ AT&T accounts
Canadian authorities arrested a 26-year-old man responsible for a series of corporate cyberattacks targeting cloud data analysis company Snowflake. Its corporate clients affected included AT&T, Live Nation and others.
Will Shanklin11.06.2024
Proton's VPN app now works natively on Windows ARM devices
Proton's VPN app will be among the first to work natively on Windows ARM PCs, the company announced.
Steve Dent11.05.2024
Okta vulnerability allowed accounts with long usernames to log in without a password
Okta has fixed a vulnerability that let people log in without a password if the username has 52 characters or more.
Mariella Moon11.02.2024
How we test VPNs
VPNs, or virtual private networks, are everywhere. Here's how we evaluate each service for our guides and reviews.
Security researchers found a serious zero-click bug in Synology's Photos app
If you own a Synology NAS drive, you’ll want to update your device as soon as possible.
Igor Bonifacic11.01.2024
Proton brings its VPN to Apple TV with new app
Proton announced the debut of an Apple TV app for its virtual private network.
Anna Washenko10.31.2024
FBI suspects China-linked hackers accessed officials’ call logs and SMS messages, report says
The New York Times has new details about the extent of the hack, which is reportedly linked to a Chinese group known as “Salt Typhoon.”
Karissa Bell10.30.2024
The best password manager for 2024
Remembering dozens of passwords can be difficult for anyone. These are the best password managers you can use to keep your information safe and secure.
Katie Malone10.29.2024
How to use a VPN on Fire TV for streaming
Amazon's line of Fire TV streamers include excellent on-board support for VPNs, opening a wider world of viewing options.
Aaron Kim10.18.2024
How to stream with a VPN on your Apple TV
Here's everything you need to know about installing and using a VPN on your Apple TV.
Aaron Kim10.17.2024
Two Sudanese brothers accused of launching a dangerous series of DDoS attacks
Ahmed Salah Yousif Omer and Alaa Salah Yusuuf Omer face federal indictments for a series of targeted hacks that aimed to cause financial and physical harm to organizations, hospitals and companies across the globe.
Danny Gallagher10.17.2024
How to stream via a VPN on Roku
Here's everything you need to know about connecting a VPN to your Roku TV or streaming device.
Aaron Kim10.16.2024
How to stream via a VPN on your Google TV or Chromecast
Here's everything you need to know about installing and using a VPN on your Google TV or Chromecast streamer.
Aaron Kim10.15.2024
The best VPN service for 2024
VPNs are not a one-size-fits-all security solution. Instead, they’re just one part of keeping your data private and secure. We tested out nine of the best VPNs available now to help you choose the best one for your needs.
Katie Malone10.15.2024
Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is back online after last week’s DDoS attacks
The Internet Archive is back online, albeit in a read-only state, after DDoS attacks took the service offline on October 9. Its founder says the platform is “resumed in a provisional, read-only manner” without the ability to save pages.
Will Shanklin10.14.2024
Marriott reaches $52 million settlement over years of data breaches
Marriott International is being taken to task after the hotel chain suffered multiple data breaches that exposed sensitive information for more than 344 million customers around the world.
Anna Washenko10.11.2024
The Internet Archive taken down by DDoS attacks
The Internet Archive has been hit with a series of DDoS attacks this week that have taken the service offline.
Anna Washenko10.10.2024
Comcast says 230,000 customers affected by debt collection data breach
Comcast says 230,000 customers affected by debt collection data breach. The bad actors obtained names, addresses, Social Security numbers, dates of birth, account numbers and more.
Lawrence Bonk10.08.2024