Brazil bans X and targets VPN users: What this means for your online privacy
In late August 2024, the Brazilian government took a drastic step by banning X (formerly known as Twitter) nationwide.
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09.12.2024 Why using password hints is a terrible idea
In the early days of the internet, password hints were a common feature for recovering forgotten passwords.
02.12.2024 How does privacy differ from anonymity, and why are both important
With all the new online products and services coming out, you see a lot of buzzwords used to describe them—private, anonymous, secure, open-source, safe, and encrypted. News flash words have meanings, and the terms used to describe something can give you a big hint as to what that thing does well.
25.11.2024 What is cache poisoning? How hackers manipulate web caches and how to avoid It
Cache poisoning is a cyberattack that targets web caches, manipulating stored data to deliver malicious content to users. To understand this, it’s important to first grasp how web caches work and how attackers exploit them.
18.11.2024 Terrifying Android ‘spy app’ hides itself on your phone and records screen: Experts reveal list of rules to stay safe
In recent years, the rise of smartphones has been accompanied by a growing threat from hackers who develop apps designed to steal sensitive data and spy on users.
11.11.2024 Who owns IP addresses? Understanding your internet “Home Address”
IP addresses are fundamental to the functioning of the internet.
04.11.2024 What is a Federated Identity? The pros and cons
Keeping track of many passwords has become a major difficulty in today's digital world.
28.10.2024 Hackers may have stolen the Social Security numbers of every American. How to protect yourself
Because our personal information is now considered a valuable asset in our world today, hackers and cybercriminals target it heavily.
23.10.2024 Should you be concerned about people knowing your IP address?
Every device that hops onto the internet—whether it’s your trusty smartphone, a sleek laptop, or even that smart TV in your living room—comes with its own unique identifier, known as an IP address.
14.10.2024 NSA, CISA issue guidance on selecting and securing VPNs
The National Security Agency (NSA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have recently issued a new guide aimed at helping government organisations choose and secure Virtual Private Network (VPN) solutions.
08.10.2024 Cache vs. Cookies: What’s the difference?
After the introduction of GDPR, we all became acutely aware of how pervasive cookies are in our internet browsing sessions.