tipsNew Year’s resolutions for a cybersecure 2025
Mistakes to learn from in 2024 – and resolutions for a safer 2025.
messengersSetting up both security and privacy in WhatsApp
We discuss key aspects of WhatsApp’s security and privacy, and how to configure this messenger to enhance protection.
Messaging other platforms via WhatsApp: the pros and cons
In response to EU regulations, WhatsApp will soon offer interoperability with other messengers. Do we need it? And is it secure?
Nothing worked out with Nothing Chats
The Nothing Chats app from Nothing Phone promised to be the iMessage for Android, but in less than 24 hours it was removed from Google Play due to a shocking lack of security.
AndroidWhatsApp mods with spyware
Our researchers discovered spyware-infected WhatsApp modifications distributed through Telegram channels and websites with WhatsApp mods.
Spyware messengers on Google Play
Researchers have found several spyware-infected versions of Telegram and Signal on Google Play.
What makes a messaging app secure?
How to secure chats on your phone, and why encryption alone is not enough
Five reasons not to use desktop messengers
We explain why it’s best not to use desktop versions of messengers such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal and the like.
Newly-discovered Signal vulnerabilities — how dangerous are they?
Researchers have found vulnerabilities in the desktop client of the Signal messenger. Let’s see how dangerous they really are.
Telegram – “secret”? Yeah, right
A few words about why Telegram isn’t as secure as its developers boast.
encryptionThreema vulnerabilities, and which instant messenger has the best protection?
What to do if your secret messenger isn’t secret enough.
Why messenger mods are dangerous
Another modification of WhatsApp has turned out to be malicious. We explain what’s happened and how to stay protected.
Signal is secure, as proven by hackers
Users of the Signal messaging app got hit by a hacker attack. We analyze what happened and why the attack demonstrates that Signal is reliable.
Malicious activity in Discord chats
In the wake of recent research, we talk about several scenarios that underlie malicious activity on Discord.
FMWhatsApp mod for WhatsApp downloads Trojans
One version of popular WhatsApp mod FMWhatsApp uses an infected advertising module that downloads Trojans to smartphones.
Signal to those looking for privacy
Everything you need to know about the privacy-focused messaging app.
How to upgrade Discord security
Evade spammers, take control of your notifications, and protect your Discord account from hijacking.
Telegram security and privacy tips
We explain why secret chats in Telegram are a must, and how to configure security and privacy.
One call on WhatsApp is enough to establish surveillance
A newly discovered vulnerability allows hackers to eavesdrop on WhatsApp users, read their chats, and install spyware just by calling them. Update the app now!
Killer messages on Sony PlayStation 4 and how to deal with them
One short message is enough to send a Sony PS4 into an infinite restart loop. Here’s how to deal with it.
Avoid pitfalls when backing up your WhatsApp chats
WhatsApp for Android can back up your chats to Google Drive. It’s free, but it may hurt older backups. Here’s how to get it right.