Josh Lake

Josh Lake is a writer who focuses on the intersections between technology, privacy and security. His work helps companies and individuals get the most out of technological developments, without having to sacrifice their civil liberties or open themselves up to the ever-increasing threats of cybercrime.

What is a side-channel attack and how do they work?

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on April 16, 2021 at 10:51 am

Side-channel attacks don’t target cryptographic systems, but their implementations instead. Find out how they can compromise secure algorithms.

TLS (SSL) handshakes explained

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on March 3, 2021 at 3:22 pm

TLS (SSL) handshakes are a crucial part of your online security. Find out how they work and protect your information in our detailed guide.

Tracking cookies: How to limit third-party data collection

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on January 29, 2021 at 4:06 pm

Third-party cookies may disappear soon, but that doesn’t mean tracking via cookies will stop. Find out how your data will still be collected.

How your mobile phone tracks you (even when switched off)

By Josh Lake in VPN & Privacy, on November 25, 2020 at 4:25 pm

It’s no secret that your mobile tracks you. A lot. But do you know all the different ways and how you can fight them?

What is a warrant canary and do they really work?

By Josh Lake in VPN & Privacy, on October 29, 2020 at 3:47 pm

Warrant canaries were once all the rage, but we hear about them less and less now. Are they still useful? What about transparency reports?

What is plausible deniability (in encryption) and does it really work?

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on October 27, 2020 at 4:10 pm

Plausible deniability seems like the ultimate get-out-of-jail-free card. But does it really work when it comes to encryption?

TikTok, privacy & security – should it be banned or sold?

By Josh Lake in VPN & Privacy, on August 10, 2020 at 3:01 pm

TikTok is constantly in the headlines, with allegations that it’s a spy app or a tool for the Chinese Government. But how much of this is true?

What is an advanced persistent threat (APT), with examples

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on July 27, 2020 at 3:10 pm

Advanced persistent threats (APTs) are the most complex cyberattacks. They are generally mounted by groups linked to nation-states, and target highly valuable systems and data.

What is a DNS attack? Types of DNS attacks and how to prevent them

By Josh Lake in Information Security, on July 1, 2020 at 6:08 pm

The domain name system is complex, which leaves it open to a range of DNS attacks. Find out what they are and how to defend against them.

What is differential privacy? How does it protect your data?

By Josh Lake in VPN & Privacy, on May 15, 2020 at 6:21 pm

Differentil privacy may seem complex, but our guide breaks it down into simple pieces to make it easy to understand how the concept can protect our privacy.

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