Are QR codes safe? Not always
There are a few ways QR codes pose online security risks. Here are a few simple tips to protect yourself.
Will your vote count? 4 cyber threats on Election Day
Several methods of cyberattack could be used for election hacking in the U.S.—or at least causing chaos amid polling and vote counting across the country.
How ExpressVPN ensures no one can slip malware into your apps
This post was originally published on June 29, 2020.
It takes many people, working across many systems, to produce and...
What is internet privacy and how should you protect your online...
We use the internet for just about everything in our personal and private lives—and what we do online has...
New Android malware targets Facebook Messenger and WhatsApp
This article was originally published on June 1, 2020.
A new Android zero-day exploit, targeting primarily Thai users, has been...
What is cybercrime? 5 types and examples of cybercrime explained
Think about large-scale heists and it’s normal to conjure an image of a group of thieves robbing a bank,...
The uncrackable Android trojan: What is xHelper?
We’ve advised our readers to stay safe from malware and trojans by keeping their devices updated at all times,...
Report: Stalkerware apps not held accountable for infringing privacy rights
Stalkerware—spyware applications installed on devices to surveil children, employees, and partners—has become the latest tool used by abusers to...
What doesn’t incognito mode protect against?
Among many other techniques, websites can use cookies to track your browsing history, which may also reveal your online...
What is a phishing attack?
Phishing is by far the most common “hack” used to steal passwords, take over accounts, and enter systems without...
