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Think your Venmo is private? You should double-check this setting

ZDNet Security - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 11:15am
Your Venmo activity is public by default. Here's why that's a problem and how to fix it.
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How to protect your site from DDoS attacks - before it's too late

ZDNet Security - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 10:43am
DDoS attacks don't take much technical expertise to launch these days. Defending against them is more complicated.
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10 pesky Windows 11 24H2 bugs still haunting PCs despite several patches

ZDNet Security - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 10:29am
Before diving into the Windows 11 2024 update, know that you may encounter some problems. Here's the bug report now.
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Wyze Cam adds 'no big deal' AI filter to cut down on your notifications

ZDNet Security - Thu, 03/27/2025 - 9:23am
It's using AI to score notifications based on importance, so mundane events like cars driving by won't flood your phone with alerts.
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5 best Linux distros for staying anonymous - when a VPN isn't enough

ZDNet Security - Wed, 03/26/2025 - 1:46pm
Need serious privacy on a regular basis? Work with these distributions, and you'll leave no trace. There's even a Windows and MacOS option.
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Finally, an outdoor security camera with useful features and no monthly subscription fees

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/25/2025 - 8:47pm
The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro combines home security with hub features, providing AI-powered visual recognition without a subscription. It's also on sale right now.
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What is Signal? 7 features that make it a go-to app for private, secure messaging

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/25/2025 - 12:20pm
Signal is in the news for all the wrong reasons. Here's what to know about it and why it remains a top choice for protecting conversations.
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Microsoft's new AI agents aim to help security pros combat the latest threats

ZDNet Security - Mon, 03/24/2025 - 3:37pm
Designed for Microsoft's Security Copilot tool, the AI-powered agents will automate basic tasks, freeing IT and security staff to tackle more complex issues.
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How to delete your 23andMe data and why you should do it now

ZDNet Security - Mon, 03/24/2025 - 3:13pm
With the genetic testing site filing for bankruptcy protection, you'll definitely want to delete your account and have any stored samples destroyed.
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AI bots scraping your data? This free tool gives those pesky crawlers the run-around

ZDNet Security - Mon, 03/24/2025 - 1:56pm
Cloudflare's AI Labyrinth has a message for bots: Get lost. Here's how to toggle on the tool.
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Did your Google Maps Timeline disappear? Here's the fix to get yours back

ZDNet Security - Mon, 03/24/2025 - 12:32pm
Google has admitted a technical issue caused timeline data to vanish. But you might be able to get yours back. Here's how.
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These phishing attacks are now terrorizing Mac browsers - here's how to protect yourself

ZDNet Security - Fri, 03/21/2025 - 1:58pm
After Windows defenses improved, the attackers switched to targeting Mac and Safari users with these very effective scams.
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It's time to update Chrome ASAP - again! - to fix this critical flaw

ZDNet Security - Fri, 03/21/2025 - 1:57pm
The latest version patches a critical security flaw that could allow a web page to run malicious code in the browser.
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Google Maps yanks over 10,000 fake business listings - how to spot the scam

ZDNet Security - Fri, 03/21/2025 - 10:50am
The fake listings were part of a scam that used the old bait-and-switch tactic to prey on people - and there may be more lurking out there.
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These 10 weak passwords can leave you vulnerable to remote desktop attacks

ZDNet Security - Wed, 03/19/2025 - 11:35am
Is your password on the list? If so - tsk, tsk.
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Linux Foundation's trust scorecards aim to battle rising open-source security threats

ZDNet Security - Wed, 03/19/2025 - 9:05am
How do you tell the difference between trustworthy open-source developers and hackers? Here's one idea.
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How AI agents help hackers steal your confidential data - and what to do about it

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/18/2025 - 2:43pm
Cybercrooks are using automated AI bots to generate multiple login attempts across a range of services. And it's about to get much worse.
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You have 4 days to update Firefox before everything breaks

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/18/2025 - 12:22pm
This upgrade isn't optional.
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How to guard against a vicious Medusa ransomware attack - before it's too late

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/18/2025 - 11:11am
By following these seven tips from federal authorities, you can prevent Medusa from wreaking havoc on your life and business.
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AI chatbots can be hijacked to steal Chrome passwords - new research exposes flaw

ZDNet Security - Tue, 03/18/2025 - 11:09am
Researchers with no hacking experience jailbroke AI models to create 'infostealing malware' that can steal saved logins from Chrome.
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