Security News > 2018 > May

We found 1 good reason to get the iOS 11.4 update – rogue message handling
2018-05-31 18:13

We're going entirely on deduction here, but our iPhone seems to be handling "messages of death" more safely after we updated to iOS 11.4.

How to install and use the Bitwarden command line password manager
2018-05-31 17:50

Password managers are a necessity to remain secure — even if you're limited to the command line.

Podcast: How Cities Can Be Security Smart
2018-05-31 17:44

Threatpost talks to Tenable CTO Renaud Deraison about the security risks behind smart cities.

How to set up 2FA on eBay – go do it now!
2018-05-31 17:01

Thankfully, since we first reported on it, eBay has binned its cumbersome 2FA procedure and replaced it a much easier process.

Valve Patches 10-Year Old Flaw in Steam Client
2018-05-31 16:42

A remote code execution (RCE) vulnerability that existed in the Steam client for at least 10 years was fully patched only in March this year, according to security firm Context Information Security.

German Spy Agency Can Keep Tabs on Internet Hubs: Court
2018-05-31 16:29

Germany's spy agency can monitor major internet hubs if Berlin deems it necessary for strategic security interests, a federal court has ruled. read more

ProtonMail Launches VPN Application for macOS
2018-05-31 16:19

Encrypted email service provider ProtonMail on Wednesday announced the availability of a virtual private network (VPN) service for macOS users. read more

Git users: Update now to avoid massive remote code execution flaw
2018-05-31 16:09

A newly reported exploit in Git allows attackers to run code on affected machines by using compromised repository files.

Google, KPMG partner on GDPR solution to keep you compliant in the cloud
2018-05-31 14:41

The KPMG Intelligent Interactions product will be available to Google Cloud customers as part of the partnership.

European Commission “doesn’t plan to comply with GDPR” – well, sort of
2018-05-31 14:17

Apparently, due to legal weirdness, GDPR doesn't apply to the EC itself. What to do? Shout at the bureaucrats or be cool about it?