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Fake Porn Sites Are Now Installing Malware Through Fake Windows Updates
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Fake Porn Sites Are Now Installing Malware Through Fake Windows Updates

Attackers are using fake porn sites to deliver sophisticated malware through fake Windows update screens. The psychological pressure makes victims more likely to install the malicious software. Security researchers warn this is a dangerous new twist on old techniques.

by Darren HoltNovember 27, 2025
NIS2 Compliance Means Active Directory Security Overhaul
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NIS2 Compliance Means Active Directory Security Overhaul

The EU’s NIS2 directive is pushing organizations to completely rethink their Active Directory security. With strict requirements around MFA, password policies, and audit capabilities, many legacy AD environments are facing major compliance challenges that demand immediate attention.

by Darren HoltNovember 27, 2025
North Korea’s Fake Job Scam Just Got More Dangerous
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North Korea’s Fake Job Scam Just Got More Dangerous

North Korean hackers are running an elaborate fake job recruitment campaign targeting macOS users. The scheme tricks applicants into running malicious Terminal commands that bypass Apple’s security protections.

by Natalie BrooksNovember 25, 2025
Trusts Can Create More Problems Than They Solve
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Trusts Can Create More Problems Than They Solve

Trusts may seem like perfect estate planning tools, but they can backfire spectacularly. From family conflicts to legal challenges, here’s what can go wrong when trusts aren’t properly established and managed.

by Natalie BrooksNovember 25, 2025
AI Chatbots Are Failing the Human Wellbeing Test
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AI Chatbots Are Failing the Human Wellbeing Test

A new benchmark called Humane Bench tested 14 popular AI models on their ability to protect human wellbeing. The results are concerning – most models actively encouraged unhealthy engagement and failed under pressure. Only three models maintained their ethical standards when challenged.

by Natalie BrooksNovember 24, 2025
Surfshark’s Multi IP feature fights online tracking with clever IP trickery
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Surfshark’s Multi IP feature fights online tracking with clever IP trickery

Surfshark’s new Multi IP feature lets users assign different IP addresses to each website and app within the same VPN session. This makes it significantly harder for data brokers and advertisers to build profiles of your online behavior. The feature builds on the company’s Nexus infrastructure to ro

by Darren HoltNovember 24, 2025
Why I’m canceling my subscriptions for self-hosted apps
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Why I’m canceling my subscriptions for self-hosted apps

After replacing expensive subscription apps with self-hosted alternatives, one tech enthusiast discovered surprising benefits beyond just cost savings. The experience revealed that open-source tools can match or exceed premium features while keeping data private.

by Natalie BrooksNovember 23, 2025
Border Patrol’s Secret License Plate Surveillance Exposed
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Border Patrol’s Secret License Plate Surveillance Exposed

A Wired investigation exposes how US Border Patrol uses hidden license plate readers to track American drivers hundreds of miles from borders. Meanwhile, Microsoft battles record DDoS attacks and the FBI surveils encrypted Signal groups.

by Darren HoltNovember 23, 2025
Brave’s AI assistant gets serious about privacy
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Brave’s AI assistant gets serious about privacy

Brave is wrapping its cloud AI processing in Trusted Execution Environments, starting with DeepSeek V3.1 in the Nightly build. This marks a shift toward verifiable privacy rather than just promises. The move addresses growing concerns about AI data exposure.

by Darren HoltNovember 23, 2025
Your email address is fighting fraud for you
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Your email address is fighting fraud for you

Companies are discovering that email behavior patterns provide powerful fraud detection signals. New email addresses show dramatically higher fraud rates than established ones. This approach could revolutionize identity verification economics.

by Natalie BrooksNovember 21, 2025

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