Information Exposed This latest data security incident was discovered by security researcher Bob Diachenko. He discovered some 976 million records in an exposed database. However, Honda claims that the number of unique records were actually 26,000. This figure is reached if duplicate information and data not containing consumer PII information is eliminated. The records contained Honda customers’ vehicle owner data. They included customers’ names, contact details and information about their vehicles, such as make, model and VIN number....

I found a handful of free VPNs that work OK for streaming. While these can bypass some geoblocks, they do have major drawbacks like data limitations, only a few servers, or intrusive ads that can ruin your experience. Even though it’s not free, I trust a reputable service like ExpressVPN to unblock and stream georestricted content. It has a wide range of servers worldwide, doesn’t limit your data or speeds, and has a responsive 24/7 live chat to make streaming as smooth as possible....

That’s why my team and I tested 60+ VPNs to find the best ones for Edge. The VPNs I shortlisted work well with Microsoft Edge and have global server networks, fast servers, and strong security features. ExpressVPN is my top choice because it’s the only one with a Microsoft Edge browser extension. It also has super-fast speeds and gives you access to a large server network. Even better, It’s backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee, so you can try ExpressVPN risk-free....

After testing 80+ VPNs, my team and I found the best ones for Singapore. Every VPN on my list has an extensive network of fast worldwide servers for unblocking international content. They can also provide you with a Singapore IP address to watch Channel NewsAsia anywhere. Plus, they protect your data from snoops and hackers. ExpressVPN is my top choice for Singapore. It can bypass geo-restrictions with a vast network that spans 94 countries, including Singapore....

A VPN can help you eliminate the annoyance of geoblocks restricting access to your favorite US and local San Jose content if you go abroad. It can also help protect you from hackers and scammers when you use the free WiFi. My top choice is ExpressVPN, it has a large server selection in San Jose and the ability to break through tough geoblocks. It also offers a 30-day money-back guarantee, so if you’re dissatisfied for any reason you can request a full refund....

Desorden said it carried out the attack to show that Acer is behind on its cybersecurity practices and “is a global network of vulnerable servers.” The group also hit Acer’s operations in India a few days ago and reportedly stole over 60 GB of information, which includes customer and corporate data. The group left a message after its India attack similar to their statement on the recent Taiwan attack. Desorden also claimed that Acer’s servers in Malaysia and Indonesia are vulnerable, as well....

Safari Update Safari’s update was released immediately. Wilander stated that even though it might seem like a major change “most third party cookies [were] already blocked in Safari”. Safari’s ITP was launched three years ago, which was a big step forward for web privacy standards. The update will make sure that iOS and iPadOS 13.4 and Safari 13.1 will block all third party cookies by default. Safari is the first mainstream browser to do this....

Certain free VPNs can even infect you with malware; others track your online activity to sell it to the highest bidder for malvertising purposes. Many have security flaws and can’t even keep your sensitive information private. Choosing the right one can be tricky, especially when you don’t know whose claims are trustworthy. I’ve tested 50+ VPNs to find the ones that can truly secure your connection and keep you private while browsing....

Location Data The relationship between Google and privacy has always been an interesting one. Google has built its empire around data collection. They are able to show relevant advertisements to their users by collecting as much data about them as possible and creating a profile for them. Which is great for advertisers, since they then know who to target. The message that Google promotes is that people should be glad that they are shown personalized advertisements – it’s a service....

Tell us about Axiomatics and how you came to be involved with authorization technology. Axiomatics was founded in 2006 and today is a leader in enabling digital transformation and cybersecurity with dynamic authorization. Our offices are in Stockholm and Chicago, but our customer base is truly global, including Fortune 500 companies and governments. Personally, I’ve been involved in software technology for more than 15 years in a variety of roles including most recently as a country manager for CA....

In 2018, after 13 years and more than a billion unique visitors, Alluc’s developers decided to take down one of the more popular streaming link sites on the web. Several so-called Alluc websites have popped up in recent months, but none of them are backed by the original development team. Virtually all of these sites are fake, and potentially hide dangerous malware that could put your device at risk. The good news is that there are several strong and safe alternatives to Alluc....

After testing 35 free VPN downloads, my team and I found a few that can keep you safe online. However, they all come with limitations like data caps, small server networks, and slow speeds. My top recommendation is ExpressVPN. It has military-grade security features, a large server network, and superfast speeds for streaming and torrenting without interruptions. On top of that, it doesn’t have restrictions like most free VPN downloads, so you can browse, stream, and torrent without limitation....

To come up with the best Android TV VPNs, we assessed the speed, server network, and security of these providers. We also looked at their ability to bypass geo-restrictions. These are our results: A virtual private network (VPN) allows you to spoof your location and access content from just about any part of the world. VPNs also encrypt your internet traffic, hiding it from the intrusive eyes of hackers, the government, and even your internet service provider (ISP)....

And of the VPNs that do have servers in Russia, some of them may be too slow to enjoy a seamless stream of your favorite shows. We all know waiting for a video to buffer can be a very frustrating experience. So, the question is, which VPN should you go for? To make things easier for you, I’ve tested all the major VPNs and worked out the top 3 that will let you watch all your favorite Russian TV shows, including channels such as RT....

Upon auditing the app, we also encountered a couple of potentially catastrophic vulnerabilities. These issues can affect thousands of Clubster users. PII Breach, Code Insertion, IDOR We have categorized the issues found in our research as follows: Clubster App Exposes Members and Guests Our security team confirmed that 14,271 members and guests at 176 country clubs were accidentally exposed by the Clubster app. We also found that Grink Inc.’s Switch app leaked 4,765 users’ data and severe issues with gaming giant Sega’s cloud security....

What new knowledge did you gain whilst writing this book? The knowledge that I gained has been very significant. Writing a book requires you to dig deeply into the subject so that you can effectively communicate the material to the readers. At one level security may be likened to the field of health care: there are a wide number of diseases that can attack the human body. When communicating that information, are we speaking to seasoned medical professionals who have studied and worked to seek cures, often devoting themselves to a single disease?...

Not having the means to detect and stop advanced persistent threats (APTs) from nation-state attackers and sophisticated cyber criminals has been one of the most serious issues facing business leaders and the cyber community. I spent many years working at Check Point. A few years ago, I was tapped by Team8 to address this issue. After months of brainstorming and research, we came to the conclusion that an entirely new methodology was needed....

Online Spending Keeps Climbing This year, Australians are expected to spend over $58 billion on pre-Christmas shopping – an increase of around 11% on pre-pandemic spending – according to the Australian Retailers Association and market research company Roy Morgan. A significant portion of this will be spent online. “Although online shopping is convenient and the preferred way to shop for many Australians, it comes with a risk”, warns the ACSC. “Cybercriminals often target online shoppers in a bid to steal their money or personal details....

BazaCall Scheme Dupes Victims into Calling Hackers According to a recent report from Microsoft Security, hackers are setting up fraudulent call centers and employing social engineering tactics to rope in victims. The entry point is somewhat similar to vishing (voice phishing) tech support and customer service scams. Hackers send spam emails from compromised accounts or email addresses that look like they’re coming from real businesses. The spam emails tell users that a free trial for a subscription service is about to expire — such as software licensing or fitness memberships — and their credit card will be charged unless they cancel....

FLoC was a Chrome browser trial framework that would enable interest-based web advertising without exposing user identity to ad targeting by associating users with a “cohort,” thereby anonymizing users (to a degree). The FLoC Controversy Google’s short-lived, complex, and controversial FLoC was originally supposed to replace third-party cookies, which are tracking mechanisms outside of what the user is directly interacting with. The issue was that FLoC received a lot of negative industry feedback because it added additional fingerprinting that could eventually narrow down individual users and did not take sensitive topics like gender and race into account....