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Amer Owaida • 01 Jun 2020 • 4 min. read
Kids Online
3 things to discuss with your kids before they join social media
The best social networks for younger children
Digital Security
People know reusing passwords is risky – then do it anyway
What are some of the key things your children should know about before they make their first foray into social media?
Amer Owaida • 01 Jun 2020
If you're looking to introduce your child to social networks and want peace of mind, look no further. Here are some of the most popular and secure sites.
Editor • 01 Jun 2020
And most people don’t change their password even after hearing about a breach, a survey finds
Amer Owaida • 28 May 2020
Critical Android flaw lets attackers hijack almost any app, steal data
Left unpatched, the vulnerability could expose almost all Android users to the risk of having their personal data intercepted by attackers
Amer Owaida • 27 May 2020
Cybercrime
Crooks threaten to leak customer data stolen from e-commerce sites
A hack-and-extort campaign takes aim at poorly secured databases replete with customer information that can be exploited for further attacks
Amer Owaida • 26 May 2020
Privacy
Two years later, has GDPR fulfilled its promise?
Has the landmark law helped build a culture of privacy in organizations and have consumers become more wary of sharing their personal data?
Tony Anscombe • 25 May 2020
ESET Research, Mobile Security
Insidious Android malware gives up all malicious features but one to gain stealth
ESET researchers detect a new way of misusing Accessibility Service, the Achilles’ heel of Android security
Lukas Stefanko • 22 May 2020
How encryption can help protect your sensitive data
Here’s how encryption can help keep your data safe from prying eyes – even if your device is stolen or your cloud account is hacked
Amer Owaida • 22 May 2020
Chrome 83 arrives with enhanced security and privacy controls
New features include DNS over HTTPS, a Safety Check section and simpler cookie management
Amer Owaida • 21 May 2020
