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Atlas VPN Review (Updated for 2024)
2024-04-16 09:36

Visit Atlas VPN. Atlas VPN has announced that it will "Sunset" its service on April 24, 2024 and migrate its users to NordVPN on the same day. On April 24, NordVPN - Atlas VPN's sister company - will gain all Atlas VPN paid subscribers for the remainder of their subscription period.

TechRepublic’s Review Methodology for VPNs
2024-04-15 13:31

While our algorithm is subject to change, these categories are the main pillars by which we assess each VPN. If you have differing opinions on our chosen criteria, we encourage you to use our methodology and reviews to inform your own evaluation of a particular VPN. Below is the breakdown of how we review VPNs. The specified template was not found. Know how you're going to use the VPN. Another important step is to figure out how your business is going to use a VPN. While all VPNs encrypt online traffic, some solutions place more priority on certain features over others.

Google One VPN axed for everyone but Pixel loyalists ... for now
2024-04-12 20:21

Your profile can be used to present content that appears more relevant based on your possible interests, such as by adapting the order in which content is shown to you, so that it is even easier for you to find content that matches your interests. Content presented to you on this service can be based on your content personalisation profiles, which can reflect your activity on this or other services, possible interests and personal aspects.

DuckDuckGo launches a premium Privacy Pro VPN service
2024-04-11 12:00

DuckDuckGo has launched a new paid-for 3-in-1 subscription service called 'Privacy Pro,' which includes a virtual private network, a personal data removal service, and an identity theft restoration solution. The introduction of Privacy Pro marks the first case of a premium product from DuckDuckGo, allowing it to enter a highly competitive space with the impetus of an established entity that has won the trust of millions from its existing product portfolio.

What Is a VPN Kill Switch and Why Do You Need One?
2024-04-08 09:40

A VPN kill switch immediately disables all internet traffic as soon as the VPN connection drops, preventing users from unknowingly exposing their data or IP addresses. For businesses with remote, hybrid and traveling workforces, a VPN kill switch ensures consistent protection from company devices as users move from their home networks to public hotspots and hotel Wi-Fi. Types of VPN kill switches and how they work.

New Ivanti RCE flaw may impact 16,000 exposed VPN gateways
2024-04-05 17:40

Approximately 16,500 Ivanti Connect Secure and Poly Secure gateways exposed on the internet are likely vulnerable to a remote code execution flaw the vendor addressed earlier this week. The flaw is tracked as CVE-2024-21894 and is a high-severity heap overflow in the IPSec component of Ivanti Connect Secure 9.x and 22.x, potentially allowing unauthenticated users to cause denial of service or achieve RCE by sending specially crafted requests.

Get an Extra 20% Off a Lifetime of Powerful VPN Protection Through 4/7
2024-04-05 11:47

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Get a Lifetime of VPN Protection for Just $16
2024-04-04 11:40

TL;DR: Through April 7th only, you can get a lifetime subscription to RealVPN for just $16 when you use promo code SECURE20. Hackers and snoops on public networks can gain access to your private information, which is why it's crucial to use a base layer of cybersecurity like a VPN. Fortunately, this week only, you can get a lifetime subscription to RealVPN for just $16 when you use promo code SECURE20.

Ivanti fixes VPN gateway vulnerability allowing RCE, DoS attacks
2024-04-03 17:29

While Ivanti said the remote code execution risks are limited to "Certain conditions," the company didn't provide details on the vulnerable configurations. "We are not aware of any customers being exploited by these vulnerabilities at the time of disclosure," Ivanti added.

Cisco warns of password-spraying attacks targeting VPN services
2024-03-28 16:37

Cisco has shared a set of recommendations for customers to mitigate password-spraying attacks that have been targeting Remote Access VPN services configured on Cisco Secure Firewall devices. The company says that the attacks have also been targeting other remote access VPN services and appear to be part of reconnaissance activity.