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Digital Security
How often should you change your passwords?
And is that actually the right question to ask? Here’s what else you should consider when it comes to keeping your accounts safe.
Phil Muncaster • 03 Apr 2024
Malware, Digital Security
Malware hiding in pictures? More likely than you think
There is more to some images than meets the eye – their seemingly innocent façade can mask a sinister threat.
Márk Szabó • 02 Apr 2024
Everything you need to know about IP grabbers
Unsuspecting users beware, IP grabbers do not ask for your permission.
Márk Szabó • 22 Feb 2024
Deepfakes in the global election year of 2024: A weapon of mass deception?
As fabricated images, videos and audio clips of real people go mainstream, the prospect of a firehose of AI-powered disinformation is a cause for mounting concern
Phil Muncaster • 13 Feb 2024
Digital Security, Business Security
Cyber: The Swiss army knife of tradecraft
In today’s digitally interconnected world, advanced cyber capabilities have become an exceptionally potent and versatile tool of tradecraft for nation-states and criminals alike
Andy Garth • 29 Jan 2024
Scams, Digital Security
Is Temu safe? What to know before you ‘shop like a billionaire’
Here are some scams you may encounter on the shopping juggernaut, plus a few simple steps you can take to help safeguard your data while bagging that irresistible deal
Phil Muncaster • 17 Jan 2024
Cracking the 2023 SANS Holiday Hack Challenge
From ChatNPT to Game Boys and space apps, this year’s challenge took us to the Geese Islands for another rollicking romp of fun
Rene Holt • 06 Jan 2024
A year in review: 10 of the biggest security incidents of 2023
As we draw the curtain on another eventful year in cybersecurity, let’s review some of the high-profile cyber-incidents that befell various organizations this year
Phil Muncaster • 28 Dec 2023
Got a new device? 7 things to do before disposing of your old tech
Before getting rid of your no-longer-needed device, make sure it doesn’t contain any of your personal documents or information
Phil Muncaster • 27 Dec 2023