messengersSignal is secure, as proven by hackers
Users of the Signal messaging app got hit by a hacker attack. We analyze what happened and why the attack demonstrates that Signal is reliable.
AndroidData Safety instead of App Permissions
Google Play’s app descriptions have a new Data Safety section now. We explain why this isn’t such great news.
hidden camerasLumos: IoT device detection system
We explore the latest method for detecting hidden cameras and microphones described in one of the year’s best studies on personal security.
privacy
Is your mic really muted?
We cite an interesting study on how the mute button actually works in teleconferencing services, and discuss privacy in the web conferencing era.
stalkerwareStalkerware — the threat is still there
What is stalkerware, how widespread is the problem, and what is the relationship between domestic and digital abuse.
How to block cookies in your browser
Here’s how to configure cookies in Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge.
Finding hidden cameras with your smartphone’s ToF sensor
We explain what a smartphone’s ToF sensor is and how researchers from Singapore propose using it to find hidden cameras.
Setting app permissions in iOS 15
How to set app permissions in iOS 15 for maximum privacy and security.
More speed, more features with Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection
With new features, Kaspersky VPN Secure Connection now does more to protect your Internet activity.
How smartphone makers track users
A recent study shows that even “clean” Android smartphones collect a lot of information about their owners.
How Apple plans to monitor users
Apple plans to use its new CSAM Detection system to monitor users and identify those who store child pornography on their devices.
How to host a truly secure Zoom conference
We explore the security settings of one of the most popular chat platforms on the planet.
How Zoom moved toward end-to-end encryption
How Zoom security is evolving, what threats are still current, and how developers plan to eliminate them.
Signal to those looking for privacy
Everything you need to know about the privacy-focused messaging app.
App Tracking Transparency on Apple devices
How to respond to tracking requests in iOS, iPadOS and tvOS 14.5 — or opt out of app tracking completely.
How to protect yourself from doxing
Nowadays, building a dossier on any Internet user is easier than you might think. Learn about doxers and their methods.
Stalkerware in 2020 is still a burning issue
Stalkerware activity dropped off during the pandemic, but it’s picking up again. How to deal with the threat.