As reported by the security blog Sophos Security, Google's Threat Research Group has found an active zero-day exploit that could let hackers into your computer through your Chrome or Edge browser. Zero-day vulnerabilities are especially concerning due to hackers having already discovered and exploited the flaw in active attacks. Luckily,...
Update iTunes on Windows Now to Fix a Security Flaw
Apple is working on new Music, TV, and Devices apps to replace the antiquated iTunes for Windows, but in the meantime, you should make sure iTunes is up to date on your PC. A new security flaw can do serious damage if you don’t have the latest version. Apple has...
Don’t Overlook These 10 Useful Wi-Fi Router Features
It’s all too easy to get a new Wi-Fi router, spend a few minutes doing some basic setup, and then ignore it until it’s so old and slow you’re forced to upgrade. Here are some settings and features you should take advantage of now. Automatic Updates Keep Things Running Smoothly...
Need to Charge Your Phone? Think Twice — ‘Juice Jackers’ Might Come for You
The U.S. government is warning of the dangers of using public, free cellphone charging stations, such as airports, hotels and shopping centers. The FCC put out a statement, and local branches of the FBI are also expressing concern. That's because cybercriminals are using the USB cables at these charging stations...
23 Password Statistics That May Change Your Password Habits
These days, it’s hard to get by without requiring passwords for multiple online accounts. Between work and personal life, the average internet user has dozens of password-protected accounts. Coming up with secure passwords and remembering them all can be a challenge. This goes a long way toward explaining why so...