Tag: search engine

In plain sight: Malicious ads hiding in search results

September 3, 2024

Sometimes there’s more than just an enticing product offer hiding behind an ad. One thing is true: Malware developers are deeply invested in improving their malware and exploring different ways to compromise end users. Malware spreading through ads is nothing new; for a long time, cybercriminals have had their sights fixed on online advertising networks as a distribution … More In plain sight: Malicious ads hiding in search results

5 useful search engines for internet‑connected devices and services

May 19, 2023

A roundup of some of the handiest tools that security professionals can use to search for and monitor devices that are accessible from the internet. Internet security is a constant concern for technology and cybersecurity professionals. With the ever-increasing number of online devices and services, it is important to have a clear and accurate view … More 5 useful search engines for internet‑connected devices and services

The algorithms that suggest your kids’ content

April 20, 2022

When considering mental health issues linked to online behavior, our thoughts may turn to cyberbullying, but there is another concern far more formidable than we might realize — access. Search engines have given us easy access to more and seemingly ever-fresh sources of content that have the potential to be just as detrimental, if not … More The algorithms that suggest your kids’ content

Brave launches its own, privacy‑focused search engine

June 24, 2021

The Brave Search engine takes on Google, promising to let users surf the web without leaving a trace. Brave, the company known for its eponymous web browser, has announced the launch of its own search engine dubbed Brave Search. The product, which is currently in beta and is built on an entirely independent search index, promises that … More Brave launches its own, privacy‑focused search engine