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LastPass owner GoTo says hackers stole encrypted backups and keys
The latest breach in November was already pretty bad — turns out it was much worse.
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35,000 PayPal accounts hacked, and users could've prevented it
PayPal is notifying nearly 35,000 users that their were accounts were breached. But PayPal wasn't hacked; users weren't using unique passwords or two-factor authentication.
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These fake AMD Radeon drivers reveal a deeper Google problem
Stay sharp: If you’re not vigilant, clicking on a malicious link in search results is all too easy.
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Watch out for phishing attacks after the latest credit breach
A major security flaw in Experian’s website allowed identity thieves to view full details of your credit cards, loans, and other debt.
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Fake 'Pokemon NFT' game infects PCs with malware
In a scheme worthy of Team Rocket, two sites hosting fake Pokemon PC games have been spotted spreading remote access programs
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LastPass got hacked again, and this time it affects customers
Update: According to the company's latest communication, LastPass’s recent leak of customer info includes email addresses, IP address info, and even vault data.
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Update Windows now to patch this under-attack vulnerability
A flaw in Windows' Javascript validation is allowing ransomware to be downloaded — patch it as soon as you can
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Chrome now supports passkeys, the password killer
Google Chrome has rolled out support for passkeys, a way of authenticating websites and apps, like banks, without passwords.
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Windows spyware from North Korea steals data from your phone
Spyware traced to North Korean hacking groups has been caught scanning phones that connect to infected PCs.
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Malware-ridden Chrome extension infects over a million PCs
The latest bit of widespread advertising hijacks is spread over thirty color-focused browser extensions.
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Microsoft 365 Defender now disrupts ransomware
Microsoft says Microsoft 365 Defender now disrupts ransomware, though that capability doesn't look like it's available for consumers quite yet.
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Google removes malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million users
McAfee found five malicious Chrome extensions with 1.4 million combined users.
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DuckDuckGo's privacy-focused email service now open for all
The system strips out trackers and offers free alias addresses.
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Plex hacked: Change your password right now
The roll-your-own streaming server tool Plex has experienced a big hack.
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Don't plug in that free Microsoft Office USB drive you got in the mail
Surprisingly legit-looking, "free" copies of Microsoft Office are (unsurprisingly) still scams
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DuckDuckGo will now block Microsoft trackers
After a security researcher found that DuckDuckGo was allowing tracking via Microsoft, DuckDuckGo moved quickly to close the privacy hole.
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Microsoft re-enables default Office macros after 'feedback'
Microsoft has decided to roll back its change to block Visual Basic macros within Office by default.
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Google's password manager gets killer upgrades for Chrome, Android, and iOS
Google announced that it would roll out a number of changes to how it manages passwords on Android, Windows, iOS, and Chrome, allowing you to log in to sites in a single tap and improving how compromised passwords are updated.
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See who's knocking with these killer Ring Doorbell and Amazon Echo bundles
The Ring Video Doorbell and bundles with the Echo Show and Stick Up Cam are on sale but only for Prime members.
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Mullvad VPN ditches subscriptions to protect your privacy even more
Mullvad, our favorite privacy-focused VPN, will only accept single payments going forward.
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Microsoft's new Defender for Individuals is a safety blanket for Windows and Android
Microsoft Defender is now live for both Windows PCs and Android phones, offering a clean, organized way to protect your devices against malware and phishing attempts.
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Don’t panic! Intel says Hertzbleed CPU vulnerability unlikely to affect most users
The ingenious "Hertzbleed" power scaling vulnerability is widely applicable to both Intel and AMD CPUs, but impractical for a large-scale malware attack.
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Boost your home security for less with this Anker Eufy camera for $30
Amazon's dropped the price of Anker's popular indoor security camera to its best price yet in 2022.
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Get 3 free months of ExpressVPN, our favorite VPN, when you sign up for a year
ExpressVPN is our favorite VPN and right now you can get 15 months for the price of 12.
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Apple, Google, Microsoft commit to killing passwords entirely
The FIDO Alliance said that Apple, Google, and Microsoft have committed to a passwordless future where you'll use your fingerprint or PIN on your phone to log in to virtually any other phone or PC—even a brand new one.
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Up to 100 Lenovo laptops are a security risk—what now?
ESET said Tuesday that it has discovered a UEFI firmware vulnerability that can allow an attacker to modify the firmware and execute whatever code they choose.
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How to protect yourself from digital stalking
The apps and services that improve your daily life can also be used against you. Here’s how keep your privacy and preserve your safety.
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Chrome's latest feature gives your browser a privacy checkup
The Privacy Guide will appear in a Chrome update soon
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This new Windows 11 security feature will force you to reset your PC
Microsoft announced new upcoming security features for Windows 11 on Tuesday. However, one of the most significant ones, Smart App Control, requires you to reset your PC.
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Windows 11 won't be fully secure until everyone has BitLocker encryption
Device encryption isn’t universal for all Windows 11 Home users. That leaves some vulnerable if their PC is ever lost or stolen.
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U.S. blacklists Kaspersky antivirus as a risk to national security
The FCC has deemed antivirus company Kaspersky Lab a risk to U.S. national security, and has added the company to a list of firms the U.S. government refuses to do business with. Should you?
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Nvidia's hackers say they've stolen 37GB of Microsoft code
The Lapsus$ hacking group is attacking some of the biggest players in the technology industry, including Nvidia, Samsung, and now Microsoft.
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Update your Asus router's firmware right now or risk botnet infection
New firmware protects a range of Asus Wi-Fi routers from the emerging Cyclops Blink botnet.
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Why the biggest laptop vendors are ignoring Microsoft's Pluton security tech
Both Dell and Lenovo appear to be passing on Microsoft's Pluton technology for securing their PCs. But the reason why might not be all that complicated.
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Stolen Nvidia certificates used to hide malware in driver downloads
Nvidia GeForce graphics card owners may be vulnerable to malware if they're not careful with their next GPU driver installation.
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Protect your home with this Eufy camera for $40
Amazon is selling the Eufy Security P24 camera for $39.19.
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Windows reset bug means 'Remove Everything' might not remove everything
A OneDrive issue is causing some basic security steps to be less effective when you reset Windows.
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Google's troubled Privacy Sandbox is jumping from desktop to Android
Formerly limited to the desktop version of Chrome, the new and unpopular alternative to cookie-based tracking is going mobile.
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Update Google Chrome right now to patch a dangerous exploit
The latest version of Google Chrome patches a bug that's being actively attacked.
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Protect your home with this Eufy video doorbell for $153
Amazon's dropped the price of this entry-level doorbell by $47.
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Beware: This fake Windows 11 upgrade infects you with malware instead
Hackers created an impressive fake Microsoft site to steal personal info and cryptocurrency.
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Microsoft: Keep those PCs on if you want updates
Microsoft now knows how long your PC must be on and connected to receive the latest Windows updates.
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Buy Acronis True Image, our favorite backup software, for $45 and keep it for life
The PCWorld Software Store is selling a perpetual license for Acronis True Image 2021 for just $45.
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Lock it down for less with this one-day sale on Eufy security gear
Amazon has a one-day sale on Eufy security cameras, solar panels, and more.
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Protect your home with this smart security camera from Wyze for just $36.60
Amazon is selling the Wyze Cam Spotlight at its all-time low.
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Secure your PC with our favorite budget antivirus suite for just $20
B&H Photo and Video is selling AVG Internet Security for just $20 for one PC.
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How to configure your Chromebook for ultimate security
Chrome OS is already tops at security, but with a few extra tweaks you can ensure the gates are even more secure.
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Norton 360 Deluxe, our favorite antivirus suite, is on sale for $18
The PCWorld Software Store is selling Norton 360 Deluxe covering three devices for 15 months for $18
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Antivirus deal: Get Malwarebytes 4 Premium for $29.99 (a 73% discount!)
Through December 31, you can get it for just $30 in the PCWorld Software Store with this discount code.
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