Security News

Apple CEO Backs Privacy Laws, Warns Data Being 'Weaponized'
2018-10-26 14:46

The head of Apple on Wednesday endorsed tough privacy laws for both Europe and the U.S. and renewed the technology giant's commitment to protecting personal data, which he warned was being...

Former Facebook security chief calls out Apple for privacy hypocrisy
2018-10-26 11:15

Tim Cook's warnings about an "industrial data complex" have been met with accusations of hypocrisy from Facebook's former security supremo.

FaceShield launches to protect your digital facial data and privacy online
2018-10-25 23:30

Each time you upload a photo of yourself online, your personal data – including age, ethnicity, gender and more – is subject to exploitation by third-party companies without your consent....

Facebook Slammed With Maximum UK Privacy Fine
2018-10-25 12:48

Failings Leading to Cambridge Analytica Scandal Earn Sharp Rebuke From RegulatorFacebook has been slammed with the maximum possible fine under U.K. law for "a very serious data incident" that...

Early adopter paradox: Consumers most excited about IoT are also most aware of privacy risks
2018-10-25 05:15

Adoption of the Internet of Things continues to explode but it could be even more transformative, a new F-Secure survey finds. The consumers most eager to purchase new connected devices tend to...

How to use Ublock Origin and Privacy Badger to prevent browser tracking in Firefox
2018-10-24 15:10

Jack Wallen outlines the ideal combination of Firefox extensions to prevent browser tracking.

Apple privacy portal lets you see everything it knows about you
2018-10-19 10:17

The Apple website's privacy and data area lets you download and correct your data.

You like HTTPS. We like HTTPS. Except when a quirk of TLS can smash someone's web privacy
2018-10-19 07:04

Never-closed browsers and persistent session tickets make tracking a doddle Analysis Transport Layer Security underpins much of the modern internet. It is the foundation of secure connections to...

Tumblr Privacy Bug Could Have Exposed Sensitive Account Data
2018-10-18 15:19

Tumblr stressed that there is no evidence the security bug was being abused or that unprotected account data was accessed.

Apple's Revamped Privacy Website Offers Users Access to Their Data
2018-10-18 13:57

Apple users can now get a copy of the data the tech giant has on them, directly from a refreshed and expanded privacy website rolled out this week. read more