Meta's security manager targeted by Greek espionage
A former Meta employee was reportedly hacked and wiretapped by the Greek intelligence agency. According to a report from The New York Times, the Greek intelligence agency hacked and wiretapped Artemis Seaford, […]
Oops! ChatGPT Shares AI Chat Histories with the Wrong Crowd
We can’t help but be fascinated by this new revolutionary AI model that is causing so much controversy and changing everything that we’ve known for our entire lives. Since the AI model […]
Bitwarden's unlock with PIN feature is convenient, but also a security risk
Users of the password manager Bitwarden may use the application on all major platforms and on the web. Depending on how they have set up the password manager, they may have to […]
Two Charged in Alleged Hacking of Drug Enforcement Agency's Web Portal
According to previous reports by Gizmodo, two individuals have recently been charged for their suspected involvement in the 2022 hacking incident of the Drug Enforcement Agency's web portal. The Department of Justice […]
Alleged Owner of BreachForums Arrested: Why It Matters
Earlier reports by Krebs on Security and Bleeping Computer have indicated that Conor Brian Fitzpatrick, known online as "Pompompurin," was arrested at his residence in New York on Wednesday by the FBI […]
Cloudflare announces AI-powered Fraud Detection tool
Cloudflare announced a new AI-powered fraud detection tool this week that is designed to protect businesses and consumers against various types of fraud. Cloudflare Fraud Detection protects against fake account logins, account […]
How to Hide Instagram Account and Prevent Other Users from Finding You
Did you know that people can find you easily on Instagram? This can, however, be changed. You can now hide your Instagram account and hide from your contacts and other people finding […]
What Is a Deepfake? Is It Legal? Everything You Need To Know
Computers are getting smarter by the day. From movie graphics to AI-powered tools, almost everything can be simulated. Deepfake technology has now been making the headlines. So, what is Deepfake and is […]
NordPass Password Manager adds passkeys support
Disclosure: Ghacks may receive a referral fee if you click or buy any of the products featured here. NordPass is an emerging password manager from Nord Security, the company behind the popular […]
Bitwarden addresses autofill issue that could be exploited to steal logins
Bitwarden plans to roll out an update to its applications soon that addresses an autofill issue that threat actors could exploit to steal login information. Bitwarden is a popular password management solution […]
How to View Your Google Chrome Saved Passwords
Have we not all been there - you set up a new online account only to frustrate yourself by realizing you can’t remember your password? Thank goodness Chrome allows you to save […]
How to switch from LastPass to RoboForm password manager
This guide walks users through the steps of switching password managers. In particular, it helps users export LastPass passwords and import them into the RoboForm password manager. LastPass is a popular password […]
Telehealth startup shares your data with tech giants
The telehealth startup, Cerebral, has unveiled it shared personal data with Meta, TikTok, and Google. The personal data includes the date of birth, name, email addresses, phone numbers, IP addresses, other demographics, […]
LastPass not the last password manager? Tips for switching password managers
All password manager provide a basic set of features to users, which includes managing, saving and generating passwords. Most users may be surprised that feature sets may different significantly between password managers. […]
Microsoft hardens OneNote against Phishing attacks
Microsoft plans to roll out an update for OneNote in April 2023 to improve the product's protection against "known high risk" phishing attacks. A new entry on the official Microsoft 365 Roadmap, […]
Numerous Lexmark Printers affected by critical security issues
Lexmark confirmed this week that many of its printer models have security vulnerabilities, some of which are rated critical. The company has released seven security advisories for Lexmark devices. Successful exploitation of […]
How to Safely Export Your LastPass Passwords to Keeper
Due to LastPass experiencing several security breaches over the past year, numerous security-conscious users have opted to transition to a more secure password manager. It is likely that you have also encountered […]
9 Tips to Protect Your Mobile Data Security from Hackers
When considering the term "hackers," the common perception is often of individuals seeking unauthorized access to computers to obtain passwords, steal identities, or cause general disruption. However, it is important to note […]
WhatsApp Takes on the EU regarding Encryption and Child Abuse Content
WhatsApp Head Will Cathcart is heading to the United Kingdom to discuss the latest bill that has to do with end-to-end encryption on messaging apps. With the government trying to get a […]
7 Essential Password Manager features and 6 Bonus features
Not every password manager is created equal. In fact, there are huge differences between password managers. Some are local apps, others cloud-based. Some have mobile apps and browser extensions, some support security […]
Neglected security: Government official ignores privacy settings
A security researcher has tracked the location of a former top Biden administration official through the AllTrails app. According to Vice's Motherboard, a security researcher discovered a huge issue that could lead […]
How to configure Two-Step Login via FIDO2 WebAuthn in Bitwarden
Bitwarden password manager users who want to step up the security may configure two-step login via FIDO2 WebAuthn. The feature is not available for all users or in all Bitwarden apps. This […]
LastPass Details Security Breach, Hackers Accessed Encrypted Data
LastPass has released an update that discloses a security breach in which a threat actor gained access to corporate and customer data by infiltrating an employee's personal computer and deploying keylogger malware, […]
You better keep this Bitwarden setting turned off
The Bitwarden password manager, like many passwords managers, supports auto-fill on page load functionality. It is disabled by default, and there is a reason for that. Once enabled, Bitwarden will fill out […]
10 iPhone Privacy Settings You Need to Change for Better Security
The iPhone is widely recognized as a ubiquitous smartphone, offering users a plethora of functionalities similar to that of a computer. However, cybercriminals often target smartphones, including iPhones, to extract sensitive data […]
160 GB of Acer data is now available for sale on the dark web
Taiwan-based Acer Inc. confirmed a security breach today after a 160 gigabytes data dump of Acer data was offered on an underground forum. According to the sales pitch on the underground forum, […]
Is Uno the first next-generation password manager?
Uno, a startup backed by a16z, has launched its first product. The password manager, also called Uno, promises to make security easier and simpler for everyone. Password managers are an essential tool […]
WhatsApp promises to make its usage terms less confusing
You may recall last year sometime when WhatsApp had new terms that stated it would share your private data with the sister app, Facebook. When users complained and the the EU Commission […]
Browser Security report reveals major online security threats
LayerX has published its annual browser security report in which the company highlights the most prominent browser security risks of 2022. The report includes predictions and recommendations for 2023 as well. The […]
Best Ways To Change Your Password On A Chromebook
Passwords are the keys to our security on the internet, and thus mustn’t be taken for granted. Thanks to browsers’ options, our passwords can be easily saved, without further need to type […]
Stay Ahead of the Game: How AI Can Help You Avoid Cybersecurity Traps
I have never been a victim of cyber threats, but from what I’ve heard, the effects are devastating. Cybersecurity officers and consultants work tirelessly to implement security strategies to fight hackers. Artificial […]
How to use Bitwarden passwords on the go
Bitwarden is a popular password management service. It is available as a web-version, as desktop applications, mobile apps and as browser extensions. Since it is cloud-based, passwords and other data stored in […]
Biden Administration Unveils National Cybersecurity Strategy to Counter Ransomware Threats
On Thursday, the Biden administration proposed mandatory regulations and liabilities for software makers and service providers in an effort to shift the responsibility of protecting US cyberspace from small organizations and individuals. […]
How to use two-factor authentication without a phone
Two-factor authentication is a powerful security feature that improves the security of online accounts significantly when set up. It will be replaced with passkeys eventually, but this is not going to happen […]
Biden's cyber plan: Tech firms take center stage
The White House has announced a new national cybersecurity strategy that assigns responsibility to tech companies. It also includes governmental involvement to disrupt hackers and cyberattacks. According to the new cybersecurity strategy, […]
How to backup your Bitwarden password database
Bitwarden password manager users may back up their password database for safekeeping. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to export Bitwarden passwords to local systems. Password managers come in two main flavors: local […]
Do cybersecurity allegations against TikTok hold up?
TikTok is one of the most popular applications. It reached more than 3.5 billion downloads according to analyst data by Sensor Tower; that is an increase of 2.7 billion downloads in the […]
Dropbox lifts Passwords restrictions for free users
Dropbox Free users who are also using Passwords, the service's passwords manager, won't run into storage limits anymore. Dropbox has lifted the limitation, but has not made an official announcement regarding the […]
Are you using a secure password manager? Find out why Bitwarden passed its annual audit with flying colors
Bitwarden, maker of the password management solution, has published the results of two third-party security audits. Two different security companies were tasked by Bitwarden to "reinforce Bitwarden security and help customers comply […]
LastPass publishes final analysis of hack into password infrastructure
LastPass has notified its business customers via email that it has finished the analysis of the 2022 hack of its password infrastructure. The company confirmed that it suffered a security breach in […]
