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Heads up, you secretive Facebook users who have made yourself unsearchable on the world’s most popular social networking platform: You can hide no more. Facebook announced updated privacy features —

The latest in Threatpost‘s ongoing How-To video series, we give tips and tricks on better securing the privacy of your Facebook account.

In a study of just how much people value their privacy, Carnegie Mellon University professor Alessandro Acquisti and other researchers went to a mall outside of Pittsburgh, Pa. They had

As the use of Smartphones continues to grow in the U.S., the majority of users are very sensitive about how much personal information they have to share when downloading apps

A new feature in the ChatGPT app for macOS keeps a detailed log of everything you do on your computer, and stores that data in a freely readable text file. We assess the benefits, the risks, and settle on a plan of what to do.

We explain how to use AI the right way for schoolwork, how to fact-check chatbot responses, and how to protect your personal data.

Sketchy online stores, crypto investments promising fast returns, hidden subscriptions, and browser extensions loaded with harmful software… online scams have moved well beyond classic phishing. Here’s how to spot the websites operating in this gray area, and what kind of harm they can do.

We revisit the key rules for setting up IP cameras and related devices so that you don’t end up starring in a reality show — whether at home, in a hotel, or in rented accommodation.

How one “cybersecurity expert” published 445 books on Amazon in a single year — and what that means for anyone trying to learn something real in the age of AI slop.

Did you know that live chat agents on websites can see everything — even messages you never actually sent? This post looks at how this works, and what you can do about it.

Who sends regular hidden requests from your smartphone and why, how phone number verification works, and whether you should turn it off.

After the breakup of a relationship, it’s not just your emotional wellbeing that needs attention — your digital security does too. Here’s what accounts and services to check to avoid awkward situations, unwanted tracking, and unnecessary risk.

Researchers have shown that a single text message can trick Gemini into opening the windows of your house or launching a Zoom call, or poisoning its own long-term memory. How do you protect yourself against these attacks?

For over a decade, internet users have had to squint at blurry fire hydrants, bridges, and bicycles — until AI came along. What’s next for the CAPTCHA?

Hackers have developed a PowerShell script that hijacks Telegram sessions and grants an attacker access to accounts without a password or verification codes. Here’s a breakdown of how it works and how to stay safe.

Because of a supply chain attack, some Windows users unknowingly downloaded a Monero crypto miner along with their Hola Browser installation.

Looking for a hentai game, but ended up with malware? Attackers are hiding the Argamal remote access Trojan inside hentai games, and distributing it through dedicated websites and torrent trackers. We break down how this malware works, why it’s dangerous, and how to keep your computer from becoming a goldmine for blackmailers.

We break down Elon Musk’s new messaging app, XChat: here’s what we know about its end-to-end encryption, and whether the new service can truly compete with Signal, WhatsApp, and Telegram.

How law enforcement and intelligence agencies leverage data from connected vehicles, and what your car might be leaking about you.

As tax-return season rolls around, cybercriminals worldwide are shifting into high gear. They peddle fraudulent services, spoof official tax agency websites, and drain the bank accounts of unsuspecting taxpayers. Here’s how to spot phishing attempts and scams, along with tips for handling your tax documents securely

The emergence of DarkSword and Coruna — new malware targeting iOS — shows exactly how government intelligence tools are being repurposed as weapons for cybercriminals. We break down how these attacks work, why they’re so dangerous, and what you can do to not get infected.