Sarit Newman
Internet Security Researcher

Sarit is an experienced internet security writer who believes everyone has the right to online privacy.

CyberGhost Deal for Halloween is a Steal, Learn Why

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CyberGhost just launched their new NoSpy servers, and to spread the word, we’re giving away an iPhone 8 to one lucky winner. Share this post on Facebook for a chance to win an iPhone 8! Tweet this post on Twitter for an extra entry in the raffle. What’s the catch? There’s no catch. Seriously. We’ve...
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Hotspot Shield VPN Accused of Violating Privacy Claims

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is under fire after a recent file by the CDT claimed that the free VPN proxy service was collecting user data and intercepting traffic. Although maintains that they do not retain logs of online activity, the CDT submitted a file that states otherwise. The Center for Democracy and Technology claimed Hotspot Shield violated their privacy...
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Donald Trump Used a VPN in China, Here’s Why You Should Use One Too

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It seems China’s Firewall is no match for U.S. President Donald Trump. While visiting China on an 11-day trip across Asia, Trump managed to tweet a thanks to President Xi. The social media platform – which Trump uses daily – is banned in China. Other social media platforms – like Facebook, Gmail, and WhatsApp –...
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The Top 15 Privacy Influencers in Cybersecurity

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1. Peter Turner Senior Vice President of Consumer Security at Avast SecureLine As the Senior VP of Consumer Security at Avast SecureLine, Peter Turner’s responsibilities couldn’t be more important. Turner ensures that Avast products protect their hundreds of millions of users daily. Considering Avast’s popular name, this is no small feat. We thank Peter Turner...
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Critical Vulnerability Found in Majority of LG NAS Devices

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Overview: We conducted a comprehensive assessment on an LG NAS device. This device is a storage device connected to a network that only allows authorized users. It’s like a private cloud, only it costs less, is simple to operate, and it gives you complete control. However, we found a way to hack into the system...
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Win a Year’s Subscription to a Premium VPN!

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vpnMentor NordVPN Giveaway Halloween is coming up, and while we love ghosts and goblins, there is nothing scarier than getting hacked online. While you might dress up as Wonder Woman or the Joker, someone can dress up as you on the internet. Without proper security, your credentials, emails, passwords, and online activity can be traced and hacked....
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TunnelBear Works in China But Only if You Do This

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China started banning VPNs from March 31, 2018. While most VPN providers are unable to provide services in China, there are some companies that claim their services are still available in the country. TunnelBear is one of the VPNs that claim they can unblock content in China. Does TunnelBear work in China? Let’s see. China...
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Critical RCE Vulnerability Found in Over a Million GPON Home Routers

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Two important updates since this report was published: Our research team created a patch that can help effected users. Please check it here DASAN Zhone Solutions sent us their comment on the report. We attach it “as is” at the end of this page Overview: We conducted a comprehensive assessment on a number of GPON...
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vpnMentor Study: Interest in VPNs in Russia Soar After Telegram Ban

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When Russia blocked the popular messaging app Telegram on April 16th, internet search queries for the term “vpn” surged dramatically, increasing by more than 230%. VPNs have also seen a spike in sales, with top VPN providers reporting a threefold increase in conversion rates. This shows that Russians are not only searching for information on...
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Is Bitcoin Dead? When Will Bitcoin Die?

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Bitcoin is dead…almost. Since 2018, Bitcoin shot up to $20,000 and plummeted to $7,500. The recent plummet has experts claiming it is the end of Bitcoin and the bubble has finally popped. But, can Bitcoin really die? We take a look at the history of Bitcoin, how cryptocurrency has changed over the years, what experts...
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