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Enterprises are not prepared for a world of malicious AI agents

The current model of managing corporate identities is unprepared for a wave of AI agents gaining access to privileged resources.

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Why you should power off your phone at least once a week - according to the NSA
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Your Android phone's most critical security feature is turned off by default - how to enable it ASAP
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I've been testing AI content detectors for years - these are your best options in 2025
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Best early Black Friday VPN deals 2025: I'm tracking 10 of my favorite discounts live now
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Enterprises are not prepared for a world of malicious AI agents

The current model of managing corporate identities is unprepared for a wave of AI agents gaining access to privileged resources.
1 hour ago by Tiernan Ray in Artificial Intelligence
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Why you should power off your phone at least once a week - according to the NSA

This simple action can make it more difficult for hackers to steal information from your phone. Here's why and what else to know.
2 days ago by Lance Whitney in Security
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Your Android phone's most critical security feature is turned off by default - how to enable it ASAP

Google's strongest security features are hidden behind a single toggle - turn it on to shield yourself from theft, scams, spam, and more.
2 days ago by Elyse Betters Picaro in Android
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I've been testing AI content detectors for years - these are your best options in 2025

AI content is everywhere now, but these detectors can help (including one that may surprise you).
4 days ago by David Gewirtz in Artificial Intelligence
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Best early Black Friday VPN deals 2025: I'm tracking 10 of my favorite discounts live now

A VPN is a great way to protect your online privacy, and many service providers we've tested have launched early Black Friday deals for cheaper subscriptions.
4 days ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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Google Play users are starting to see age verification checks - here's how it works

Several months after AI-powered age verification rolled out to YouTube, age checks are hitting another Google service.
5 days ago by Artie Beaty in Google
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No one pays ransomware demands anymore - so attackers have a new goal

Ransomware payments were made in around 85% of attacks in 2019. But things have changed dramatically since then. Here's why.
5 days ago by Charlie Osborne in Security
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Do you log into X with a security key? Re-enroll it by Nov. 10 - or else

If you don't re-enroll your physical security key by the deadline, you'll be locked out of your account. Here's what to do.
6 days ago by Lance Whitney in Security
Linux kernel developers are getting to grips with AI

The only antivirus I trust on Linux - and it's free to use

I don't often need antivirus on Linux, but when I do, it's ClamAV.
6 days ago by Jack Wallen in Linux
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Your logins could be among 180M just added to Have I Been Pwned - how to check for free

This is a free service that shows whether your online accounts have likely been 'pwned,' or compromised, in a data breach.
6 days ago by Charlie Osborne in Security
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Get Surfshark VPN and antivirus for $2.19 a month with this early Black Friday deal

Black Friday arrives early with a substantial discount on Surfshark's premium VPN plan, which comes with VPN access, antivirus, a data breach scanner, and more.
1 week ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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Are AI browsers worth the security risk? Why experts are worried

There are a lot of 'what ifs' surrounding AI browsers right now.
1 week ago by Charlie Osborne in Artificial Intelligence
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Best VPN routers 2025: Protect your entire household with a VPN-ready router and easy installation

My favorite VPN routers give you blanket home protection and security without the need for advanced technical knowledge. These are my top picks.
1 week ago by Charlie Osborne in VPN
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Your phishing detection skills are no match for 2025's biggest security threats

A new report reveals hackers are shifting tactics to target humans in scams, and it's working. See who's most at risk from Clickfix attacks.
1 week ago by Charlie Osborne in Security
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Don't be fooled by this massive YouTube scam network - how to protect yourself

Researchers say it is 'one of the largest malware operations seen on YouTube.'
1 week ago by Charlie Osborne in Security
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