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Privilege escalation explained: Types of attacks and prevention
A compromised user account or system breach is serious enough on its own. However, attackers often try to turn limited access into broad control by increasing what that account, or the code running un...
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How to block a number on iPhone: A complete guide
Spam phone calls and messages on your iPhone are more than just annoying. They can also be risky, especially if a message includes links designed to trick you into sharing personal information or acco...
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What is encrypted SNI, and why does it matter for your privacy?
When you visit a website today, your browser usually connects using Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) automatically, meaning the information exchanged between your device and the website is e...
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Why the “server IP address could not be found” error happens, and how to fix it
The “server IP address could not be found” error is a common problem you might encounter while browsing the web or trying to access specific sites and services. It can have several possible causes...
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What is a zero-day exploit? Everything you need to know
Before new devices and software are released, or operating system and firmware upgrades are published, they typically undergo rigorous testing to catch security weaknesses. But even with strong precau...
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What is an IP reputation attack? Learn how to prevent it
Many public IP addresses have a reputation that different online services use to decide whether traffic should be treated as legitimate or suspicious. An IP reputation attack targets that score. This ...
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Heartbleed vulnerability: Understanding and mitigating risks
Heartbleed was a security flaw that allowed malicious actors to read sensitive memory from servers running vulnerable versions of OpenSSL. By exploiting it, attackers could silently extract passwords,...
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Is OneLaunch malware? Risks, concerns, and how to remove it
OneLaunch isn’t malware; it’s a legitimate desktop application that provides a customizable browser experience. Some users first become aware of it after noticing changes to their browser’s home...
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What is EDR in cybersecurity? The ultimate breakdown
A security breach isn’t always obvious. Instead, small signals can show up first: an unusual process, an unauthorized login, or a device behaving differently. Endpoint detection and response (EDR) t...
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How to prevent packet sniffing attacks
Packet sniffing is a fundamental network analysis and troubleshooting technique, but it’s also popular among malicious actors. When cybercriminals capture packets moving through a network, they can ...
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