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Chrome now uses Duplex to fix your stolen passwords

Google announced a new feature for its Chrome browser today that alerts you when one of your passwords has been compromised and then helps you automatically change your password with the help of… wait for it… Google’s Duplex technol.....»»

Category: gadgetSource:  techcrunchMay 18th, 2021

How to check if your social security number has been stolen in a giant data theft

A massive lapse of security at National Public Data has resulted in the theft of a wide array of personal data — including social security numbers — for almost every American. You can't rewind time to prevent the theft, but there are ways to chec.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 21st, 2024

Screen sharing on Chrome for Android just got a huge privacy upgrade

Google is looking to introduce new privacy features on Chrome for Android when it comes to screen sharing, to protect sensitive information. The post Screen sharing on Chrome for Android just got a huge privacy upgrade appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsAug 20th, 2024

A massive data leak that probably exposed all of your personal info is hugely worse than thought

If you thought last week that just about every piece of personal data about you was stolen last week was bad, wait until you hear about how the passwords for the holding company were stolen too.New NPD breach exposes passwords, raising fresh security.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 20th, 2024

Stolen, locked payment cards can be used with digital wallet apps

Fraudsters can add stolen payment cards to digital wallet apps and continue making online purchases even after victims’ report the card stolen and the bank blocks it, computer engineers with University of Massachusetts Amherst and Pennsylvania.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 19th, 2024

Apple Podcasts launches web app, listen to your Up Next queue and library in a browser

Apple Podcasts is expanding to the web, starting today. You can access the new web app version at podcasts.apple.com, in desktop web browsers including Safari, Chrome, Edge and Firefox. For the first time, Apple Podcasts users can access their Up.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsAug 19th, 2024

Common API security issues: From exposed secrets to unauthorized access

Despite their role in connecting applications and driving innovation, APIs often suffer from serious security vulnerabilities. Recent investigations reveal that many organizations are struggling with exposed secrets such as passwords and API keys, wh.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 19th, 2024

Week in review: MS Office flaw may leak NTLM hashes, malicious Chrome, Edge browser extensions

Here’s an overview of some of last week’s most interesting news, articles, interviews and videos: Unpatched MS Office flaw may leak NTLM hashes to attackers (CVE-2024-38200) A new MS Office zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2024-38200) can be exploited.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 18th, 2024

Best Buy cut $150 off this 2-in-1 Chromebook for back to school

The Acer Chromebook Spin 714, a powerful 2-in-1 laptop that's powered by Google's Chrome OS, is on sale from Best Buy for only $550 following a $150 discount......»»

Category: topSource:  digitaltrendsRelated NewsAug 17th, 2024

Hide yo environment files! Or risk getting your cloud-stored data stolen and held for ransom

Cybercriminals are breaking into organizations’ cloud storage containers, exfiltrating their sensitive data and, in several cases, have been paid off by the victim organizations to not leak or sell the stolen data. “The attackers behind t.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 15th, 2024

Proton VPN browser extension is now free for all

You can now use the Proton VPN extension with all Chrome and Firefox browsers – even if you're not a paid subscriber......»»

Category: topSource:  theglobeandmailRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

Google could be forced to spin-off Android and Chrome into their own companies

The US Justice Department is considering forcing Google to potentially spin-off Android and/or Chrome into separate entities. The post Google could be forced to spin-off Android and Chrome into their own companies appeared first on Phandroid......»»

Category: asiaSource:  phandroidRelated NewsAug 14th, 2024

35% of exposed API keys still active, posing major security risks

Nightfall AI’s research revealed that secrets like passwords and API keys were most often found in GitHub, with nearly 350 total secrets exposed per 100 employees every year. Hidden risks of secret sprawl in cloud and SaaS environments What’s.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 13th, 2024

Chrome, Edge users beset by malicious extensions that can’t be easily removed

A widespread campaign featuring a malicious installer that saddles users with difficult-to-remove malicious Chrome and Edge browser extensions has been spotted by researchers. “The trojan malware contains different deliverables ranging from sim.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 12th, 2024

Apple Maps on the web now works in Firefox, plus Edge for Mac

Last month Apple debuted a beta version of Apple Maps for web. At the time, the web version only supported Safari and Chrome, plus Edge for PC. But now, Firefox users can experience the new maps interface too, as well as Edge users on Apple platforms.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

Apple Maps now works in Firefox and Edge for Mac

After initially working on Safari, Chrome, and Edge for Windows, Apple Maps is now working in other browsers, including Firefox and Edge for Mac.Apple Maps in Firefox on macOSIn July, after over a decade of waiting, Apple Maps became available on the.....»»

Category: appleSource:  appleinsiderRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

1Password urges Mac users to patch now to avoid having their data stolen

This 1Password vulnerability could expose your vaults to theft, so patch now.....»»

Category: topSource:  informationweekRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

Critical 1Password flaws may allow hackers to snatch your passwords (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218)

Two vulnerabilities (CVE-2024-42219, CVE-2024-42218) affecting the macOS version of the popular 1Password password manager could allow malware to steal secrets stored in the software’s vaults and obtain the account unlock key, AgileBits has con.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

“0.0.0.0-Day” vulnerability affects Chrome, Safari and Firefox

A “0.0.0.0-Day” vulnerability affecting Chrome, Safari and Firefox can be – and has been – exploited by attackers to gain access to services on internal networks, Oligo Security researchers have revealed. The vulnerability ste.....»»

Category: securitySource:  netsecurityRelated NewsAug 9th, 2024

Veteran who served in Tim Walz"s battalion addresses stolen valor accusations: "Far darker than people think"

Veteran who served in Tim Walz"s battalion addresses stolen valor accusations: "Far darker than people think".....»»

Category: topSource:  pcmagRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024

Target theft suspect arrested after thousands worth of stolen merch found in SoCal home

Target theft suspect arrested after thousands worth of stolen merch found in SoCal home.....»»

Category: topSource:  marketingvoxRelated NewsAug 8th, 2024