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Cybersecurity isn’t what it used to be. Breaches and leaks, once rare and relatively low-impact, have become commonplace, rendering our personal data more vulnerable than ever. Everything from your Social Security number to your health information now lives online, and though it may prove difficult to avoid such attacks, staying up to date on the latest news and security practices is the first step in prevention. Thankfully, we’ve rounded up all our news, guides, and cybersecurity coverage in one central location.

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Surfshark One Antivirus review: Can a VPN really protect against malware?

I reviewed Surfshark One Antivirus to find out whether a VPN service can protect your devices against malware.
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PowerSchool hack could affect millions of K-12 students

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The Packers were targeted by hackers, putting credit cards in danger

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Sticky Password vs. Enpass: best one-time purchase password managers

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It was a horrible year for data breaches. These were the 5 worst in 2024

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Enpass review: a password manager that works everywhere

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Surfshark vs. Windscribe: Which unlimited device VPN is best?

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Surfshark vs. VPN Unlimited: Which VPN offers the best long-term value?

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The massive LastPass hack from 2022 is still haunting us

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IPVanish review: an unlimited-device VPN with a few flaws

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F-Secure Total review: affordable antivirus solution lets you build custom plan

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Eset Premium review: 2024 improvements aren’t enough

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Sticky Password review: the offline, on-device password manager

I reviewed Sticky Password, a low-cost password manager with unique features like offline mode and QR logins.
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Trend Micro review: strong antivirus protection that’s affordable

I reviewed Trend Micro's antivirus software with new AI antivirus protection to check if this low-cost cybersecurity suite offers good value.
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Proton VPN vs. Surfshark: best fast, full-featured VPN

Proton VPN and Surfshark are both great choices for content unblocking and privacy, so we went hands-on to find out which is best and why.
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Some older D-Link routers are vulnerable to attack

Older D-Link routers suffer a security flaw that exposes users to threats such as malware, DoS attacks, and more. See the reason why there is no fix.
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Proton VPN vs. Mullvad: Which is the best open-source VPN?

I compare Proton VPN Plus and Mullvad, two open-source VPNs with a strong privacy focus and fast servers worldwide, to find out which is best for you.
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LastPass review: Is this popular password manager still worth using?

I reviewed LastPass, a low-cost password manager with that supports a wide range of devices and offers convenient login sharing for families.
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Hackers were caught hiding password-stealing tricks in people’s physical mail

It's not how you're used to hearing about stolen passwords, but hackers are now targeting your physical mailbox to steal your sensitive data and more.
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Mullvad vs. Windscribe: best VPN for monthly service

Unlike most VPNs, Mullvad and Windscribe offer great deals without requiring an annual subscription — but which is best for you?
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If you use one of these passwords, hackers will love you

Password manager NordPass released its annual list of the most popular passwords, and the results are nothing short of shocking.
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Security experts warn of new hacker strategy targeting Windows drivers

A new BYOVD attack ends with an infostealer and cryptominer inserted into your Windows PC. The threat campaign named SteelFox uses fake activators.
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Here are the top five tips for cybersecurity awareness month

We've teamed up with MacPaw to bring you some essential cybersecurity tips for the month of cybersecurity awareness. We could all stand to be more vigilant.
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Apple will pay up to $1M to anyone who hacks its AI cloud

Apple is challenging security researchers to try and hack its AI cloud, and there's a huge bounty up for grabs.
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100 million affected in worst U.S. health care data breach of all time

We knew the UnitedHealth Group cyberattack from earlier this year was bad. But now we know just how all-encompassing the incident really was.
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A simple password mistake led to 5.3 million leaked health records

An unprotected Mexican health care database put the health and personal data of 5.3 million people at risk of identity theft and more.
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Avast One for Mac review: a free antivirus is all you need

I reviewed Avast One's free and paid plans for macOS, testing prevention, protection, and more to check its value for Mac owners.
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VPN Unlimited review: a lifetime of privacy protection

I reviewed VPN Unlimited, a privacy and unblocking service that offers a unique lifetime plan that promises incredible long-term value.
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This smartwatch company was hit by a data breach. Here’s what we know

Polar, the company behind fitness-focused smartwatches, was recently hit by a data breach. Here's what you need to know.
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I reviewed McAfee+ Premium for Mac and found it to be a questionable bargain

I reviewed McAfee antivirus for Mac to find out it the added protection is worth the subscription costs and if it integrates well with macOS.
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OpenAI uses its own models to fight election interference

OpenAI cracks down on cybercrime campaigns using its systems to influence elections worldwide. Discover what the full report says.
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Mullvad VPN review: total anonymity for an affordable price

I reviewed Mullvad, a unique VPN with consistently low prices to find out if its speed, features, and reliability are worth the cost.
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The Wayback Machine has been hacked, and the internet isn’t happy about it

The Internet Archive's Wayback Machine has suffered two types of attacks, including 31 million unique records being compromised.
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Passkeys in Windows 11 are about to get safer and easier to use

Microsoft has announced that big changes are coming to its passkey experience, including third-party integration and account syncing.