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Legitimate Chinese developers used compromised Xcode that infected hundreds of apps capable of leaking personal information to hackers. Apple confirms it is in the process of removing âXcodeGhostâ code embedded in hundreds of Chinese developed apps. Hackers cloned counterfeit version of Appleâs software for building iOS apps, then persuaded... Read more
GCHQ Password Guidance: Can You Trust It?
NewsPrivacy and Security September 18, 2015
GCHQ, the UK government spy agency have recommended that people use simpler, easy to remember passwords, suggest banning password strength meters and regular password changes. But can you trust security advice that comes from the same people who were found to be unlawfully conducting mass surveillance against its own... Read more
John McAfee Announces Run For President
News September 10, 2015
Just when you thought the US Presidential election couldnât get more surreal than it already is, everyoneâs favorite self-labelled âeccentric millionaire,â John McAfee has announced his bid for President of the United States of America. No, really, he has. McAfee told Wired.com: âI have many thousands of emails saying... Read more
US Considers Sanctions Against China For Alleged Cybertheft Activity
News September 3, 2015
The Washington Postâs Ellen Nakashima has reported that the Obama administration are planning a series of âunprecedented economic sanctions against Chinese companies and individuals,â who have gained from the Chinese governmentâs cybertheft of âUS trade secrets.â The news has surfaced just weeks before the Chinese Premier, Xi Jinping, visits... Read more
Suicides And Extortion Linked To Ashley Madison Data Hack.
News August 28, 2015
Two people in Canada with personal information allegedly associated with the Ashley Madison Data Hack are reported to have committed suicide as a result of the leak from the adultery website. Toronto policeâs acting staff Superintendent, Bryce Evans, said on Monday morning, that while the deaths were as yet unconfirmed,... Read more
As if Lenovo hadnât got in enough trouble for having sold laptops pre-loaded with its Superfish Malware back in February,  it turns out now theyâve been caught out again. 2 years ago, Lenovo got itself banned from supplying IT equipment to some of the worldâs largest National Security agencies because of worries... Read more
WordPress Issues Critical Security Release
News July 24, 2015
Well-known blogging service WordPress has issued a critical security release to fix a vulnerability that could have compromised millions of websites. “WordPress versions 4.2.2 and earlier are affected by a critical cross-site scripting vulnerability, which could allow anonymous users to compromise a site,” said Gary Pendergust in a blog... Read more
New File Sharing Site Keybase Promises Better Security Than Dropbox
DesktopSoftware Reviews July 22, 2015
Everybody should make an effort to better protect themselves (and their information) on a daily basis. Use two-factor authentication. Encrypt emails. Make sure any of the software you download hasnât been messed with. But itâs such a headache to do all this on the reg. Enter Keybase, a new... Read more
Twitter’s New Security Update
NewsSocial Media July 16, 2015
Twitter recently rolled out it’s data dashboard to all users, but the company has taken this action a step further and shared some new updates as well. Available via the Web, the service will tell users about their account activation details, what devices have accessed those profiles, and recent... Read more
MasterCard Tests New Biometric PIN System
News July 14, 2015
Those tech users who keep up with the advancements happening in mobile device platforms, biometric identification, and other similarly innovative protocols might not be surprised by some of the new approaches to protecting consumers’ identities, but even this one seems like something straight out of the movies. MasterCard has... Read more
The makers of the popular anti-malware software, Malwarebytes, announced earlier this week that anyone with a counterfeit code for Malwarebytes Anti-Malware Software (MBAM) will soon be given a legitimate code in its place. Instead of punishing pirates, Malwarebytes has developed an Amnesty Program to protect its Anti-Malware Premium customers... Read more
Litelok: Lightweight Bicycle Security
Privacy and Security March 26, 2015
One of the really annoying things about cycling, is the fact that you have to carry a heavy duty lock about with you. If you donât (sometimes even if you do) you will no doubt have your ride stolen. It is a sad and kind of ironic situation; you spend... Read more
The new 360 Internet Security from QIHU, has just been released with new engines, a fresh new look and a new name. The new 360 Internet Security Essential is a high quality, free antivirus product for all your security needs. 360 Total Security Essential builds upon the strength and security... Read more
FREAK Security Flaw Still Leaves Users Vunerable
Internet March 5, 2015
According to researchers, a massive security flaw that is found in both Apple and Google devices leaves smartphone and computer users vulnerable and wide open to a hacking attack when they go to an allegedly âsecureâ website. The hacker would essentially be able to steal passwords and other information... Read more
Smartphone theft is a big issue; but there is relatively new fight against the war and it looks like the stats show it is winning, for the moment anyway. With pressure from the communications industry and government regulators alike, the decision to implement a ‘kill switch’ in Appleâs flagship mobile... Read more
In December 2014, ride sharing service Uber, announced plans for much tighter safety measures in India, following the rape of a passenger who was using the service. Uber have now confirmed that two new security features, an in-app panic button and journey/location sharing, will be rolled out to users in India... Read more
WhatsApp Security Bug: Your Profile Picture ‘Could’ Be Viewed By Anyone
NewsSocial Media February 4, 2015
It has come to light that a potential security problem found in WhatsApp could mean that anyone could see a usersâ profile photos. According to security researchers, this is even âifâ they have been set to be viewed by friends only. The security flaw, which was located by 17-year-old... Read more
If you own a Mac, you’re less likely to have a virus scanner than a Windows user. For many years, Mac users have relied on the fact that Macs just weren’t that widespread, and that meant most malicious attacks were targeted at Windows machines. Times are changing, and  is one... Read more