security

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has wrapped up its triumphant run in theaters, but it won’t be available digitally until November 17. That makes it the perfect bait for malware like MovieReaper, which spreads through torrents. Let’s see what cybersecurity lessons we can learn from the story of the cunning king of Ithaca — and how to avoid falling victim to a Trojan horse yourself.

Hiding your Wi-Fi network name might seem like a smart security move, but in practice it does more harm than good. Let’s take a look at how it works, what side effects it can have, and how to properly secure your home Wi-Fi.

How budget smart-TVs and set-top boxes infect home networks and join malicious botnets.

Researchers have built a device that can interfere with critical systems aboard a Boeing 737. Here’s how the attack works, and whether it’s time you started worrying about flying yet.

We explain how to use AI the right way for schoolwork, how to fact-check chatbot responses, and how to protect your personal data.

We revisit the key rules for setting up IP cameras and related devices so that you don’t end up starring in a reality show — whether at home, in a hotel, or in rented accommodation.

Visit a familiar website, and along with the usual ad banner you could pick up a script that steals cryptocurrency. How can you protect yourself from attacks delivered through online ads?

CrashStealer is a macOS infostealer disguised as a videoconferencing app. It abuses Apple’s own trusted mechanisms to sneak onto your computer unnoticed.

Who sends regular hidden requests from your smartphone and why, how phone number verification works, and whether you should turn it off.

After the breakup of a relationship, it’s not just your emotional wellbeing that needs attention — your digital security does too. Here’s what accounts and services to check to avoid awkward situations, unwanted tracking, and unnecessary risk.

Researchers have shown that a single text message can trick Gemini into opening the windows of your house or launching a Zoom call, or poisoning its own long-term memory. How do you protect yourself against these attacks?

For over a decade, internet users have had to squint at blurry fire hydrants, bridges, and bicycles — until AI came along. What’s next for the CAPTCHA?

Yarbo smart mowers were found to have a built-in remote access loophole with identical passwords across all devices. A security researcher managed to completely hijack a mower, and could even force it to… run over its owner.

Hackers have developed a PowerShell script that hijacks Telegram sessions and grants an attacker access to accounts without a password or verification codes. Here’s a breakdown of how it works and how to stay safe.

How to detect and block unauthorized AI tools in an organization.

A guide to detecting and blocking built-in AI features in popular software products.

Our experts took a road trip through Mexico ahead of the World Cup to test whether it’s safe to connect to public Wi-Fi access points in major cities.

We break down how cybercriminals are using fake IPTV apps to spread malware, and how you can protect your devices and data during the World Cup.

Are you sure your Android TV box is secure? Cutting corners on streaming subscriptions could turn your device into part of a botnet, leave your IP addresses up for rent, and trigger other serious headaches.

Attempts at hijacking AI resources are now taking place on an industrial scale. How is AI infrastructure being targeted, and what defensive measures should you implement?

The new VoidStealer Trojan utilizes a novel method to bypass Chrome’s App-Bound Encryption, allowing it to hijack sessions and steal user data.