Security / Security News

Credit to Author: Brian Barrett| Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000

A hacking bounty, right to repair, and more of the week’s top security news.

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Sat, 23 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000

So-called lightweight encryption has its place. But some researchers argue that more manufacturers should stick with proven methods.

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Fri, 22 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Here’s the next jumbo data leak, complete with Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn profiles.

Credit to Author: Elham Khatami| Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 22:11:45 +0000

As Iran’s countrywide internet shutdown approaches a full week, Iranian Americans are increasingly desperate to connect with friends and relatives.

Credit to Author: Timothy B. Lee, Ars Technica| Date: Wed, 20 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000

The Supreme Court ruled that cops need a warrant to attach a GPS device to your car. But if you find one, can you remove it?

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Tue, 19 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000

If a site offers HTTPS, DuckDuckGo’s Smarter Encryption will take you there.

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Sun, 17 Nov 2019 20:34:12 +0000

After years of centralizing internet control, Iran pulled the plug on connectivity for nearly all of its citizens.

Credit to Author: Lily Hay Newman| Date: Sat, 16 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +0000

A border privacy win, a suspect Army app, and more of the week’s top security news.

Credit to Author: Brian Barrett| Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000

The dozens of flaws across 29 Android smartphone makers show just how insecure the devices can be, even brand-new.