Encryption Debate: Domains of Senators Now Encrypted
The U.S. government is in the process of securing Senate domains, including the individual websites for each senator, using encrypted HTTPS channels.
Russian Spying: U.S. Officials Concerned Kaspersky Lab May Be Compromised By Russian Government
U.S. officials are reportedly concerned that popular security software from Kaspersky Lab could be used to target indviduals and organizations for Russia-sponsored cyberattacks.
Net Neutrality Title II Update: Privacy Groups Question FCC's DDoS Website Attack Claim
Privacy advocacy group Fight for the Future is questioning the FCC's claims its site was hit by a DDoS attack that made it difficult for visitors to comment on proposed changes to net neutrality rules.
Microsoft Defender Bug: How To Check If Windows Defender Is Up To Date
A major vulnerability in Windows Defender allowed remote code execution by an attacker but has been fixed with an emergency patch from Microsoft.
Mac Malware: Popular Mac App HandBrake Compromised By Malware
Open source video conversion app HandBrake was compromised by malware that can steal user information and gain high-level privileges on an infected machine.
Net Neutrality Debate: FCC Says Comment Site Hit By DDoS Attack After John Oliver Segment
The FCC reported Monday that its comment site was hit by a DDoS attack that happened after a John Oliver segment on the commission made it impossible for users to leave comments on its proposed net neutrality rules.
Phishing Scams: FBI Says Businesses Have Lost $5 Billion In Phishing, Social Engineering Attacks
An advisory from the FBI warns businesses that social engineering and phishing attacks have cost companies more than $5 billion in recent years.
Right To Privacy: California Law Would Allow Drivers To Block License Plates From Scanners
A bill proposed by a California lawmaker would allow residents of the state to block their license plates when parked to prevent automatic scanners from collecting plate numbers and locations.
DDoS Attack On Gaming, Gambling Sites In Hong Kong Believed To Be Extortion Attempt
A sudden DDoS attack targeting gaming and gambling sites in Hong Kong is believed to have been an extortion attempt, according to security expert.
Is Internet Access A Right?: Americans Split On Belief If Internet Access Is A Right Or Privilege
A survey shows Americans are split on their belief if access to the internet is a right or a privilege, but universally agree they are concerned about online privacy and security.
Fatboy Ransomware: New Attack Ties Ransom To Price Of Big Mac
A new ransomware-for-fire service being sold on Russian forums encrypts a victim's files and demands a ransom price based on the cost of living in their country, determined by the Big Mac index.
WhatsApp Encryption: UK Law May Allow Government To Demand Backdoor In Encryption Apps
WhatsApp messages, and the encryption that protects their privacy, could soon have back doors in the U.K. thanks to a new law.
SS7 Exploit: Two-Factor Authentication Rendered Useless In Attack On Bank Accounts
An attack on phone network routing system Signaling System 7 (SS7) allowed hackers to intercept two-factor authentication messages and drain the bank accounts of targets.
San Bernardino Shooting Victims' Families Accuse Twitter, Facebook, Google Of Supporting ISIS
A lawsuit filed by the families of victims of the San Bernardino shooting in 2015 allege Twitter, Facebook and Google allowed the Islamic State to grow and recruit members on their platforms.
Net Neutrality News: FCC Chairman Ajit Pai Says His Plan Has Been Misrepresented By Opponents
FCC chairman Ajit Pai said in an interview he believes his plan has been misrepresented by net neutrality advocates and promised it would help broadband access rather than hurt it.
World Password Day: How To Create A Secure Password
Thursday is World Password Day, and passwords are on the way out thanks to two-factor authentication and biometric methods. But for the time being, it's still important to have a secure password.
Mac Malware: Snake Attack Used For Targeted Espionage Discovered for MacOS
Snake, a malware framework used in espionage attacks, has been discovered targeting MacOS devices by security researchers.
Google Docs Phishing Scam: Email Attack Hijacks User Accounts By Posing As Google Docs
If you get an email asking you to open a Google Doc Wednesday, you might want to pause for a minute. An email phishing scam is quickly spreading to many Gmail users.
Malware Hunter: New Service From Search Engine Shodan Finds Malware Servers
A new tool that makes use of the controversial Shodan search engine is able to identify malware command-and-control servers and block traffic from them.
NSA Surveillance: Agency Collected More Than 150 Million Phone Records In 2016
The NSA collected 151 million phone records in 2016 despite changes in the law designed to curb bulk surveillence programs.
FBI Gag Orders: FBI Secret Subpoenas To Collect User Data From Tech Companies Dropped 5 Percent In 2016
The FBI's secret subpoena requests — used to collect user data from tech companies — dropped by 5 percent in 2016.
How To Use FlexiKiller: New Tool Identifies, Removes Spying Software on Mac, Windows
A tool can help detect and uninstall FlexiSpy, a spying tool that has become popular for tracking domestic partners.
Android Security Update: Google Patches Critical Security Holes In Mediaserver, Qualcomm Components
Google introduced a number of critical security patches for Android this week, including a patch a for Mediaserver exploit that would have allowed an attacker to remotely execute code on the device.
IBM Storewize Malware: Company Tells Customers To Destroy Flash Drive That Contains Malware
IBM is advising its customers to destroy a flash drive that it shipped with its Storewize systems because the drive may contain malware.
Internet Privacy: New Browser Plugins Hide User Activity From ISPs By Creating Digital Noise
A number of new tools help users hide their browser activity from ISPs by using digital noise.
Net Neutrality News: U.S. Appeals Court Won't Rehear Challenge
A U.S. appeals court decided Monday not to rehear a challenge to the FCC's net neutrality rules passed in 2015, citing plans by the current administration to undo the protections.
Facebook Ad Privacy: Company Gathered Data About User Emotions, Used It To Target Vulnerable Teens
Facebook has reportedly been tracking posts and comments to gather information about users' emotional state, and using it to target young and potentially vulnerable users.
Personal Data Protection: Consumers Don't Trust Companies To Guard Their Privacy, Survey Indicates
Consumers have lost trust in companies to protect their personal information and are taking steps to secure their own data, a survey indicates
What Are Sheeple? Apple Users Are In New Merriam-Webster Dictionary Definition
Merriam-Webster added "sheeple" to the dictionary, and used Apple fanatics as an example to show how to use the word.
NSA Surveillance: Program Of Collecting American Communications That Mention Foreign Targets To End
The NSA announced it will halt its practice of collecting Americans' emails and texts sent and received by people overseas that mention foreign targets of government surveillance.
