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What is SQL injection? How it works and how to prevent it
Most websites store information like usernames, passwords, and payment details in databases. When you log in, search for a product, or submit a form, the site sends a request to its database to fetch ...
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What to do if your Twitch account gets hacked
Attackers who gain access to your Twitch account may be able to change your login credentials, make unauthorized purchases, broadcast inappropriate content, or use your channel to scam your followers....
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What is MAC flooding? How the attack works and why it’s a security risk
Many local networks use devices called switches to move data between laptops, phones, printers, and servers. Instead of sending every piece of data to every connected device, a switch forwards traffic...
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Is Face ID safe? A deep dive into biometric safety
Face ID is a biometric authentication method available on modern iPhones and iPad Pros. It’s used to unlock your device and approve certain sensitive actions, like approving a payment or downloading...
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What is shimming in cybersecurity, and how can you protect against it?
When you use a device or an app, it doesn’t handle every task by itself. To work properly, it relies on other parts of the same system to do specific jobs. A payment terminal relies on software to p...
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How to stop getting spam texts and stay safe
Spam texts add unwanted messages to your inbox, increasing message volume and making it harder to keep track of legitimate conversations and alerts. But they aren’t just an annoyance. While some spa...
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Google Search not working with a VPN? Here’s how to fix it
Using a virtual private network (VPN) can offer privacy and security benefits, but sometimes it may change the behavior of services like Google Search. If you’ve noticed that Google Search isn’t f...
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What is unified threat management (UTM)?
Network security often relies on several separate tools. Organizations may use one system to control traffic, another to scan files, and others to monitor activity or filter web access. Not only does ...
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How to spot and avoid Etsy scams while shopping online
Etsy is an online marketplace where buyers purchase items from individual shops, including handmade, vintage, and custom products. Like other large marketplaces, Etsy also sees scams. Some listings or...
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What is GPS spoofing? Everything you need to know
Many devices rely on satellite-based Global Positioning System (GPS) signals to figure out their location and keep accurate time. Navigation apps, ride sharing, shipping and aviation systems, and fina...
