Security News

Modular Anatova ransomware encrypts data as quickly as possible before detection
2019-01-23 16:56

The new malware is being propagated on P2P networks, and demands a ransom equivalent to $725 USD, according to McAfee Labs.

Let's Encrypt Begins Retirement of TLS-SNI-01 Validation
2019-01-22 16:03

Free and open Certificate Authority (CA) Let’s Encrypt today started the process of completely retiring TLS-SNI-01 validation support.  read more

Get in the bin: Let's Encrypt gives admins until February 13 to switch off TLS-SNI
2019-01-22 10:31

End-of-life followed 2018 fake Website certificate drama If you're still using TLS-SNI, stop: a year after a slip-up allowed miscreants to claim Let's Encrypt certificates for domains they didn't...

Signal Secure Messaging App Now Encrypts Sender's Identity As Well
2018-10-30 08:33

Signal, the popular end-to-end encrypted messaging app, is planning to roll out a new feature that aims to hide the sender's identity from potential attackers trying to intercept the...

Encrypt Android files with BestCrypt Explorer by Jetico
2018-10-17 07:42

Jetico released of BestCrypt Explorer, a mobile file manager on Android and an extension of BestCrypt Container Encryption. Jetico’s Android file encryption app is now available for free download...

Google using lock screen passwords to encrypt Android Cloud backups
2018-10-16 11:30

If, that is, your phone has updated to the Android 9 operating system, otherwise known as Pie. If so, say hi to the Titan chip!

Google to Encrypt Android Cloud Backups With Your Lock Screen Password
2018-10-15 09:33

In an effort to secure users' data while maintaining privacy, Google has announced a new security measure for Android Backup Service that now encrypts all your backup data stored on its cloud...

How to encrypt a USB flash drive with GNOME Disks
2018-10-10 18:41

If you use Linux, and are looking for an easy method of encrypting data on your USB drives, Jack Wallen has you covered. With the help of GNOME Disks, this process is very easy.

Jigsaw releases Intra, an Android app that encrypts DNS queries to thwart online censorship
2018-10-04 13:36

Alphabet subsidiary and tech incubator Jigsaw, which concentrates on creating solutions for “the toughest geopolitical challenges,” has released Intra, an Android apps that encrypts DNS queries....

Cloudflare Encrypts SNI Across Its Network
2018-09-25 17:18

Cloudflare this week announced it has turned on Encrypted SNI (ESNI) across all of its network, making yet another step toward improving user privacy. read more