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Twofish encryption: What it is and why it matters
Twofish is a secure, efficient, and flexible block cipher created for the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) competition run by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the la...
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What is Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS)?
Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) is a cybercrime business model in which ransomware developers create, maintain, and monetize ransomware platforms by leasing them to affiliates, who conduct intrusions a...
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How to fix the “Windows has detected an IP address conflict” error
You’ll usually get the “Windows has detected an IP address conflict” error message when two or more devices on your network are competing for the same IP address; this causes the network to get ...
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How to recognize and report a Wells Fargo scam
Scammers sometimes use Wells Fargo's name to make their messages appear legitimate. A text, call, or email might look official at first glance, but not everything that claims to be from the bank is re...
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How often should you change your passwords?
Passwords sit at the center of almost everything we do online, yet expert advice on how often we should update them has bounced around for years. So what is “good security” when it comes to passwo...
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Why removing your data from Google is only half the battle
We recently explored Google’s personal data removal tools and how they help you take down sensitive information from search results. But removing data from Google doesn’t mean it’s gone from the...
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Massive social media breaches are exposing your private life
Social media data leaks are no joke. When hackers gather large amounts of data—whether through breaches or scraping—they can use it for fraud and theft. Even non-sensitive data can fuel phishing a...
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How scammers use real estate and rental websites to steal your data
Imagine browsing a real estate or rental website, innocently sharing your personal info to inquire about a property. Little do you know, your information could end up in the hands of scammers. Persona...
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Can BNPL fraud stop you from getting a good credit score?
“Buy Now Pay Later” offers can be enticing when you want something and can’t justify buying it in one go. Sadly, the rise in BNPL popularity has made it a lucrative target for cybercriminals—p...
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VPN hardware vs. VPN software
The chaotic online world often leaves us feeling like we don’t have complete control of our privacy. Every time you enter your passwords, bank details, and personal information into a website, y...
