ZDNet Security

Your Android phone is getting a huge security upgrade for free - what's new

ZDNet Security - 1 hour 42 min ago
Google says these new security features will help keep scam calls and texts, sketchy apps, and phone thieves at bay. Here's how.
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I wanted a privacy screen protector - until I put one on my Galaxy S25 Ultra

ZDNet Security - 9 hours 43 min ago
The extra security is cool. Too bad the drawbacks aren't.
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Your old router could be a security threat - here's why and what to do

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/12/2025 - 3:07pm
The FBI is alerting people with older, unsupported routers that they could be targeted by malware.
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You could get $10K from 23andMe's data breach - how to file a claim today

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/12/2025 - 12:32pm
Got hit by the 23andMe breach? If your data was stolen, you can join the class-action suit. Here's how.
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100 leading AI scientists map route to more 'trustworthy, reliable, secure' AI

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/12/2025 - 9:44am
The landmark Singapore Consensus comes at a time when the giants of generative AI - such as OpenAI - are disclosing less and less to the public.
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Is your Microsoft account passwordless yet? Why it (probably) should be and how to do it right

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/12/2025 - 9:38am
You can ditch your Microsoft account password completely now. But if you plan to do so, there's a step you absolutely must not skip.
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Your Android phone is getting a new security secret weapon - and it's a big deal

ZDNet Security - Sat, 05/10/2025 - 6:15am
This new security feature will make your Android phone more difficult to access if you haven't used it in a while.
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Your password manager is under attack, and this new threat makes it worse: How to defend yourself

ZDNet Security - Fri, 05/09/2025 - 4:00am
Heard of polymorphic browser extensions yet? You will. These savage imposters threaten the very future of credential management. Here's what you need to know - and do.
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How Google's AI combats new scam tactics - and how you can stay one step ahead

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/08/2025 - 9:09am
Google is trying to lock down Search, Chrome, and Android, but ultimately, you're the last line of defense.
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5 Chromecast features you're not using enough on your TV (including a smart home hack)

ZDNet Security - Wed, 05/07/2025 - 4:22pm
Google's popular casting device has been around for some time, but it still does more than just stream your favorite shows.
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T-Mobile's data breach settlement payments were delayed, but they're rolling out soon

ZDNet Security - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 2:19pm
After a 2021 data breach exposed the data of 76 million customers, settlement checks are finally being sent out. Here's what you need to know.
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How to securely attach an Apple AirTag to pretty much anything

ZDNet Security - Tue, 05/06/2025 - 9:26am
The UFO-like design of AirTags makes them a pain to attach to things. But I found a solution that makes the best finder tags available much easier to use.
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A whopping 94% of leaked passwords are not unique - will you people ever learn?

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/05/2025 - 12:12pm
Your lazy passwords are putting you and your company at risk.
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7 ways to lock down your phone's security - before it's too late

ZDNet Security - Mon, 05/05/2025 - 8:44am
From border crossings to data breaches, there are more reasons than ever to protect your smartphone. Here's a practical guide to securing your device and your digital life.
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Best travel VPNs 2025: The top travel VPNs for avoiding geo-blocks and censorship

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 8:54pm
VPNs shield you from spying and online tracking. Our favorite travel VPNs offer fast speeds, massive server networks, unlimited connections, and more.
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The default TV setting you should turn off ASAP - and why even experts do the same

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 9:52am
Often regarded as the 'soap opera effect,' motion smoothing can enhance gaming and live sports, but tends to be distracting for everything else. Here's how to disable it.
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How to disable ACR on your TV (and why it makes such a big difference for privacy)

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 7:00am
Smarter TV operating systems bring added convenience - but also new privacy concerns, especially from automatic content recognition (ACR), which quietly tracks everything you watch.
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10 passkey survival tips: The best preparation for a password-less future is to start living there now

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 6:00am
Although passkeys remain an evolving ecosystem, we'd be wise to embrace tomorrow's authentication standard today. Here are ZDNET's 10 recommendations for reaching passkey paradise.
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RAG can make AI models riskier and less reliable, new research shows

ZDNet Security - Thu, 05/01/2025 - 5:00am
According to Bloomberg, the increasingly popular AI framework can vastly increase your chances of getting dangerous answers. What can you do?
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