Privacy


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Privacy

UK Broadband ISPs hijacking browsers to push porn blocks

UK Broadband ISPs hijacking browsers to push porn blocks

Privacy

UK Broadband ISPs hijacking browsers to push porn blocks

A host of UK broadband providers are hijacking people's browsers mid-session to force them into making decisions on adult content filters.

Alan Martin22 Dec 2014


Privacy, Cybercrime

Madonna thinks her computer was hacked

Madonna thinks her computer was hacked

Privacy, Cybercrime

Madonna thinks her computer was hacked

Turns out that the Material Girl has had her material stolen, and she's blaming hackers!

Graham Cluley22 Dec 2014


Privacy, Mobile Security

Mobile security: flaw allows hackers to read texts and listen to calls

Mobile security: flaw allows hackers to read texts and listen to calls

Privacy, Mobile Security

Mobile security: flaw allows hackers to read texts and listen to calls

Hackers can eavesdrop on your phone calls and text messages even with cell networks using "the most advanced encryption available" according to The Washington Post.

Alan Martin19 Dec 2014


Privacy

Uber considers biometrics in bid to improve safety

Uber considers biometrics in bid to improve safety

Privacy

Uber considers biometrics in bid to improve safety

The ride-sharing app Uber has unveiled new security plans to screen drivers, helping ensure passenger safety, Engadget reports.

Alan Martin18 Dec 2014


Privacy

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Privacy

Webcam security - how to lock down the cameras in your home

Our tips will help you hacker-proof anything from baby monitors to surveillance cameras - and keep your home private.

Rob Waugh18 Dec 2014


Privacy

Privacy focused Blackphone app store in development

Privacy focused Blackphone app store in development

Privacy

Privacy focused Blackphone app store in development

Blackphone - the Android smartphone that pushes privacy and security above all else - is to open an app store set to rival the Google Play marketplace.

Alan Martin10 Dec 2014


Privacy, Cybercrime

US announces new cybersecurity unit with a focus on prevention

US announces new cybersecurity unit with a focus on prevention

Privacy, Cybercrime

US announces new cybersecurity unit with a focus on prevention

The Department of Justice has announced that it is creating a dedicated cybersecurity unit, with an eye on prevention rather, reports Gizmodo.

Alan Martin05 Dec 2014


Privacy, Mobile Security

Phone biometric security need to be controlled, says ex-GCHQ chief

Phone biometric security need to be controlled, says ex-GCHQ chief

Privacy, Mobile Security

Phone biometric security need to be controlled, says ex-GCHQ chief

The former head of the UK's government's communications agency GCHQ has issued warnings over the privacy of the biometric security increasingly favored in top-end mobile phones and other devices, Computing reports.

Alan Martin01 Dec 2014


Malware, Privacy, Scams, Cybercrime

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Malware, Privacy, Scams, Cybercrime

Cyber Monday - 12 tips to help you shop safely online

Technology might evolve, but cyber gangs rely on tried-and-tested tactics. With a bit of care and attention, it’s easy to sort the genuine bargains from the too-good-to-be-true fakes.

Rob Waugh27 Nov 2014