The design of Snapchat is not very safe for children. Kids can easily get into contact with strangers and are misled by the promise that their snaps are deleted after being viewed. We recommend the following safety settings upfront: Activate “Ghost Mode.” Use “Do Not Disturb.” Only allow “My Friends” to see your snaps, Disable access to phone number. Disable “Quick Add.” Use “My Eyes Only.” If you want to learn more about these settings and how to activate them, check out the article below....

We investigated how the Kaspersky antivirus software fares compared to other antivirus providers such as AVG, Avast, Avira, Surfshark One, and Bitdefender, including how its ties to Russia may affect customers’ privacy and security. During our tests, we used the Kaspersky Internet Security package. The features in this plan are comparable to the most popular software packages of other providers. However, we also mention how features are broken down into all other subscription tiers....

Kubernetes Kubernetes (kube, k8s), initially developed by Google before being launched as open-source in 2014, is “a portable, extensible, open-source platform for managing containerized workloads and services, that facilitates both declarative configuration and automation.” It is one of the preferred software building tools that utilize containers and container management which is highly beneficial to developers as an optimized, scalable framework for application building. The Kubernetes Software Vulnerability On September 21st, 2021 a critical software vulnerability was disclosed on GitHub repository....

Watching the event could prove to be a problem when traveling abroad due to the use of geo-restrictions by streaming providers. Luckily, a VPN helps circumvent these restrictions and allows you to watch the fight worldwide. Here’s how: UFC 282’s original main event was a rematch between light heavyweight champ Jiří Procházka and veteran Glover Teixeira. However, Jiří suffered a major injury to his shoulder and is expected to be sidelined for some time....

More than 57 million users and small businesses trust their trading and brokerage accounts to the Merrill Edge platform and app. Think you might be interested in joining the ranks? Have a look at our full breakdown of just how safe and secure the platform is. Merrill Edge: Short Review Merrill Edge is a trading platform that provides the necessary security and safety required from stock trading apps. Currently, you can only open an account if you’re residing in the United States, and people with foreign citizenship may need to provide a copy of their green card....

Meta said that while sharing this information has its benefits — especially for journalism and public discourse — it can also be misused for doxing. What are Publicly Available Addresses? The social media platforms that Meta operates have privacy policies in place which prevent the sharing of private addresses. However, both Facebook and Instagram’s policies make an exception for publicly available addresses. The company describes these as addresses which have been published in at least five news outlets (or have been made available in public records)....

AsusWRT is a graphical interface app that combines with an Asus router to create a private wifi network in a user’s home. This grants an AsusWRT user complete control over their network and any devices connected to it. While the leak is now closed, the consequences of this information getting into the hands of criminal hackers could be disastrous for users. Timeline of Discovery and Owner Reaction It seems this data breach was also discovered by other researchers, but we have no information about their identity and when they found it....

DKLOK is an industrial pipe, valve, and fittings manufacturer with clients located across the globe. The vulnerability found in the database of their email platform gave our team access to their internal & external communications. The team was able to view email communications between DKLOK staff, as well as with their clients, and some personal emails. Many of the emails were marked private & confidential, revealing highly sensitive information about DKLOK operations, products, and client relations....

FlexBooker sells online appointment booking tools that businesses can embed in their websites. This breach is the second time in two months that the company has been mentioned for exposing user data. Earlier in January 2022, they released a statement that personal files belonging to 3.7 million users had been stolen from its AWS account by hackers and distributed on the dark web. While the company claimed it had resolved all vulnerabilities in its AWS configuration, that may not have been the case....

TrueDialog provides SMS texting solutions to companies in the USA and the database in question was linked to many aspects of their business. This was a huge discovery, with a massive amount of private data exposed, including tens of millions of SMS text messages. Aside from private text messages, our team discovered millions of account usernames and passwords, PII data of TrueDialog users and their customers, and much more. By not securing their database properly, TrueDialog compromised the security and privacy of millions of people across the USA....

Sophos AI projects explored how Chat GPT-3 can be used to identify and block malicious activity. “While not perfect, these approaches demonstrate the potential of using GPT-3 as a cyber-defender’s co-pilot,” Sophos said in a blog post. Sophos has posted the results of its experimental efforts on SophosAI’s GitHub developer page and open-sourced them. Cybersecurity experts have since warned that ChatGPT and other AI tools can enable threat actors to execute convincing scams and create sophisticated malware....

When It’s Too Good to Be True… In a post-incident report, security firm Sophos revealed how a European biomolecular institute became the target of a Ryuk ransomware gang after a student downloaded pirated software on his computer. The student was simply looking for a free version of a data visualization tool the institution was already using. “When the student couldn’t find a suitable free version, they searched for a ‘Crack’ version instead....

“All in all, Nexus optimizes user traffic to be more private, secure, and stable,” a Surfshark representative said in a statement. What is Surfshark Nexus? The basics of the Surfshark VPN stay the same. Users can still choose the server locations they want to use, hide their true IP address, and encrypt their traffic information. The advantage comes from the fact that the user can now switch between servers and IP addresses without ever leaving the protection of the VPN....

In this article, we took a deep dive into the best Dropbox alternatives to help you find a provider that will prioritize your privacy while meeting your file-sharing and storage needs. Sync: Best for security and privacy features Google Drive: End-to-end file encryption and an excellent tool for team collaboration pCloud: Offers lifetime plans and doesn’t store your encryption keys Internxt: Zero-knowledge cloud storage service provider that will keep your data safe NordLocker: User-friendly cloud storage service with end-to-end encryption for your files...

Luckily, there are a few simple fixes you can adopt to resolve these issues. These are: In our opinion, NordVPN is the best VPN for torrenting as it offers great speeds, P2P servers as well as great security features. For instance, an IP leak while torrenting would make your IP address visible to the entire torrent network, allowing others to track your location. Moreover, the government and your internet service provider (ISP) can often monitor your internet traffic and may punish you for torrenting....

Here’s how to access TikTok’s privacy settings: Keep reading to learn more about the privacy options you can set, as well as additional features that provide more layers of protection for your teen. However, TikTok does have several privacy and safety features built into the app. While this doesn’t eliminate security risks or mental health safety, it’s a great place to start. What is TikTok and Why Do Kids Love it?...

The Notorious Trickbot Botnet The botnet that has come under attack is the so-called Trickbot botnet (aka The Trick or TrickLoader). This notorious type of malware started out in 2016 as a banking trojan. Initially, cybercriminals used the malware to capture banking credentials, such as credit card information and online banking logins. The dangerous malware has since evolved. In the past six months, the amount of Trickbot malware has tripled, according to the German software company G Data....

Watching the tournament can prove to be a challenge if you’re outside the region in which you normally watch football or if you live in a country where the tournament is not being broadcast. This article simplifies the process for you and makes watching the Copa America a breeze! Read on to learn how you can use a VPN to bypass geo-blocking restrictions and watch Messi, Neymar and Suarez battle it out from anywhere in the world....

The problem is that TVB and its online streaming service, myTV SUPER, geoblock content for viewers outside Hong Kong. So what can you do? Well, you could subscribe to TVBAnywhere+, which allows you to watch TVB outside Hong Kong. But this costs money, which can be annoying if you usually stream TVB for free. It also depends on where you’re going: TVBAnywhere+ is currently geoblocked in mainland China, Taiwan, Macau, Malaysia, Vietnam, and the US....

Error 503 Service Unavailable: What Happened? The internet outage began at 9:47 UTC and was recognized by San Francisco cloud computing service provider Fastly immediately. Many feared it was the result of another cyberattack, similar to the recent ransomware attacks on the Colonial Pipeline or JBS Foods. But a spokesman for Fastly said the situation was due to “a technical issue triggered by a service configuration”, and wasn’t “related to a cyber attack”....