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Does your Mac need antivirus software in 2024? We asked the experts
Apple’s Macs are seen as more secure than Windows PCs, but they can still get viruses. Should you protect yours with an antivirus app? We asked the experts.
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These are the PC apps you’re still using — but probably shouldn’t be
These apps are installed on millions, and sometimes even billions, of PCs, even if they shouldn't be.
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Bing Chat just beat a CAPTCHA used to stop hackers and spammers
CAPTCHA challenges are designed to thwart hackers and spam bots, but someone has just shown that ChatGPT can beat them. That’s worrying news for cybersecurity.
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Bing Chat’s ads are sending users to dangerous malware sites
The Bing Chat AI chatbot often serves up adverts to its users, but it turns out these ads can be hijacked by malicious websites containing dangerous malware.
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Update your Apple devices now to fix these dangerous exploits
Three actively exploited vulnerabilities have just been discovered in a huge number of Apple devices. Update yours now to ensure it stays safe from hackers.
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Microsoft accidentally released 38TB of private data in a major leak
Microsoft’s own AI researchers accidentally leaked 38TB of highly sensitive data on their own GitHub page, potentially creating a field day for hackers.
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This massive exploit lets hackers breach apps like Chrome, 1Password, and Telegram
Researchers have found a critical security bug that affects a huge range of websites and apps. If left unpatched, it could give hackers free access to your PC.
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This dangerous new Mac malware steals your credit card info
A dangerous new strain of Mac malware has emerged that uses deceptive tactics to steal your passwords, credit card info, and more. Here’s how to stay safe.
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Chrome is making a key change to protect you from phishing
Google will soon start moving all Chrome users over to its Enhanced Safe Browsing feature, which is designed to quickly root out dangerous phishing websites.
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Security or performance? With this AMD vulnerability, you can’t have both
This AMD Zen 2 vulnerability has the potential to steal your passwords, but if you want a fix, you'll need to make a tough decision.
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Lapsus$ hackers convicted of breaching GTA 6, Nvidia and more
Two hackers who belonged to the Lapsus$ gang have been convicted of breaching numerous high-profile targets, including Nvidia, Rockstar Games, and Uber.
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These smart light bulbs could steal your Wi-Fi password
Smart bulbs make life easier, but researchers found that they're worryingly easy to hack in order to steal your passwords.
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Billions of Intel CPUs are leaking passwords and killing performance
A recently discovered vulnerability that affects lots of Intel CPUs could steal your data, but there's a fix. The downside? It'll cost you performance.
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AI can now steal your passwords with almost 100% accuracy — here’s how
Researchers have discovered a devious new way for AI to steal your passwords, and it's almost 100% accurate.
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In the age of ChatGPT, Macs are under malware assault
ChatGPT is changing the world, but is it giving hackers new tools to make malicious Mac malware? We interviewed a new Mac security outfit to find out.
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This PowerPoint ploy could help hackers empty your bank account
Another dangerous malware is making the rounds, and this time, not even PowerPoint presentations are safe.