Apple has released iOS 18.3, and if you haven’t updated your iPhone or iPad yet, now is the time. The update fixes a critical zero-day security vulnerability that Apple says “may have been actively exploited’ in earlier versions of iOS. The Zero-Day ThreatThe most serious flaw fixed by this update,...
What Is Patch Tuesday? Microsoft’s Monthly Update Explained
On the second Tuesday of each month, Microsoft and other tech companies release patches for consumer and enterprise users. These updates, including bug fixes and security enhancements from the previous month, are known as “Patch Tuesday.” The monthly update is an important opportunity to ensure that security features and applications...
Why I Use a Privacy Screen When Working in Public
Privacy screens are an affordable way to protect yourself from nosy colleagues and strangers whilst traveling, but they aren't flawless. What Is a Privacy Screen? A privacy screen, sometimes referred to as a privacy filter, is a thin piece of material that's placed over your laptop screen (or monitor) to...
You Need to Stop Using These D-Link Routers
D-Link Systems has issued a warning for six of its router models, urging customers to stop using them right away. Some serious security vulnerabilities have been found in the six models (which have already reached the end of their support cycle). All six discontinued routers have a fatal bug, a...
The Worst Passwords of 2024: Are You Guilty of Using One?
Every year, NordPass’ list of the most common passwords reveals a troubling lack of creativity and security awareness among internet users, and 2024 is no exception. In fact, this year’s list might be the worst yet. The passwords are so predictable they seem to suggest people are either overly reliant...