Security news that informs and inspires

2376 articles by

Do Not Track Act Would Give Users More Power

The Do Not Track Act introduced by Sen. Josh Hawley would establish a single, enforceable mechanism for people to prevent data collection and online tracking.

Privacy

Moody’s Revises Equifax Outlook Post-Breach

Data breaches can be costly, both in terms of recovery, lost productivity, and regulatory fines. Moody’s revising its outlook on Equifax proves a breach breach can be detrimental to the company’s financial future.

Data Breaches, Risk

Attackers Are Signing Malware With Valid Certificates

There used to be a time when malware signed with a legitimate certificate was the mark of a sophisticated, nation-state-backed attacker. Now anyone can have signed malware.

Malware, Certificate Authority

Google Stored Some G Suite Passwords in Plain Text

Some Google G Suite customers' passwords were stored in plain text on the company's network since 2005.

Google

Firefox Now Blocks Cryptominers and Fingerprinters

In Firefox 67, Mozilla has moved to block cryptominers and browser fingerprinters, which track users across the web.

Privacy