Tag: Security

WhatsApp turns on passwordless logins for Android users

October 17, 2023

WhatsApp users on Android can say goodbye to insecure and annoying SMS two-factor authentication, writes The Verge*. The Meta-owned company announced on X (formerly Twitter) that it’s rolling out support for a passwordless passkey feature to all Android users. The new security option allows WhatsApp users to use their device’s face, fingerprint, or pin security … More WhatsApp turns on passwordless logins for Android users

Staying on top of security updates

October 16, 2023

Why keeping software up to date is a crucial security practice that should be followed by everyone from individual users to SMBs and large enterprises. This week, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) added five new vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) Catalog, citing solid evidence of active exploitation by attackers. The vulnerabilities, for … More Staying on top of security updates

13 netiquette principles to empower your child

October 13, 2023

Navigating the digital landscape with kindness and respect is an essential skill for today’s young generation. Knowing the basics of netiquette – the art of proper online behavior – can set them up for success both online and off. Explore the topic of netiquette together with your child through useful tips that can help them … More 13 netiquette principles to empower your child

Building digital armies

October 12, 2023

Security researchers, global organizations, law enforcement and other government agencies need to have the right conversations and test potential scenarios without the pressure of an actual attack. Squashing malware groups involves imposing steep costs on small ad hoc groups. But those actions are slowly ebbing in favor of going after much more organized actor groups aligned … More Building digital armies

“Mom, don’t embarrass me!” – What do children think of their parents’ netiquette?

October 11, 2023

Helping children navigate the realm of appropriate and secure online behavior has become a daily responsibility for parents in today’s digital age. But let’s turn the tables for a moment! We asked children: “What insights would you offer your parents regarding their own online habits? Is there anything they should change?” The answers we gathered … More “Mom, don’t embarrass me!” – What do children think of their parents’ netiquette?