Our information security category covers everything you need to keep your data and personal information private. Our experts cover AI, scams, hacking, the safety of popular apps and websites, and more.
Adware can be annoying, while ad-supported software can be a beneficial funding model. Find out how they relate to each other and how to remove any adware.
42 million user IDs and phone numbers for a third-party version of Telegram were exposed online without a password. The accounts belong to users in Iran, where the official Telegram app is blocked.
The COVID-19 outbreak has prompted a number of online schemes. Find out about coronavirus scams and how to avoid them.
Cryptojacking sprang up suddenly in late 2017. Not sure what cryptojacking is? We explain everything you need to know about this online practice along with how to detect cryptojacking.
A third-party app used by EU merchants on Amazon UK, PayPal, and Shopify exposed 8 million sales records containing customers' personal data.
Hosting a public event in the coming months? If you’re responsible for a networking mix or a big-name concert coming to town, pay attention. Here's the low-down on what to expect and how to handle privacy at events.
5G is rolling out to considerable fanfare. Find out what it really means, how it will affect the technology landscape, and whether there are any security dangers.
250 million leaked conversations between Microsoft customer support agents and customers were left e
Commercial DNA testing kits are becoming increasingly popular, but what are the privacy risks involved? We explore who can access your DNA information and the potential unexpected consequences of DNA testing.