Your router functions as the central command center for your home internet, ensuring seamless connectivity and security for all your devices. That’s why properly setting up a new router is crucial, akin to a strong lock on your front door — a weak setup invites potential troublemakers. A poorly

Swatting is a malicious act involving false reports to emergency services about a crime or emergency at someone else's address. The term "swatting" comes from such false reports, often leading to a SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) team being dispatched to the location. Over the years, swatting

A common statistic often shared by InfoSec professionals is "78% of attacks are against the application". Not a week goes by without hearing of yet another massive breach or vulnerability, affecting millions of users across all industries. Whether that number is accurate or if it’s actually

More people than ever before are using the internet. Internet threats and vulnerabilities continue to expand alongside this growing user base. That's why it's more important than ever to take the necessary measures to protect your internet traffic and data. Using a Virtual Private Network (VPN)

Identity theft is a serious issue facing many citizens worldwide, it's grown steadily over the years thanks to an increase in online shopping, social media, and internet scams. According to a study done by Verizon, 52% of personal data breaches included hacking, over 25% were malware related,

Originally developed as a file encryption tool, NordLocker has now grown into a cloud storage solution that encrypts files. This change has resulted in some inevitable hype around NordLocker, which got me curious. Is it really going to revolutionize my digital security? After testing

It’s a struggle to keep track of countless passwords, especially those that are strong enough not to risk your accounts. That’s where a reliable password manager comes in handy — they securely store your passwords, generate strong ones, and sync your credentials across all your devices. This makes

A VPN is a powerful tool for stopping your personal information from falling into the wrong hands. But websites can exploit a technology called WebRTC to make direct connections between their servers and your web browser. These connections ignore your network settings and may even evade your

Many new antivirus programs have built-in VPNs, but only a few are good. Most are slow, have small server networks, and don’t offer the best protection against viruses, hackers, and malware for PCs, Android devices, iPhones, and more. We tested 40+ security suites and shortlisted the best

Just because you close an app doesn’t mean it stops running. Most apps keep running quietly in the background — sending and receiving data without you even noticing. This is what’s known as background data usage, and it’s one of the sneakiest ways your phone can burn through your mobile data and

Do you enjoy playing the latest version of Candy Crush on your phone? Are your weekends filled with hours playing MMORPGs with your buddies? Or perhaps you enjoy jumping in a race car and speeding around a track in the latest NASCAR game. It doesn't matter what type of game you enjoy, if any of

Cookies — those little bits of data saved on your iPhone — are pretty handy. They remember your login details and preferences, making your browsing smoother and more personalized. But there’s a flip side. While cookies themselves don’t munch much battery life, the activities they remember might

It’s possible to remove your personal information from the internet without difficulty. Search engines, apps, and websites frequently collect, share, and even sell your data, compromising your online privacy and increasing your risk of cyber threats like hacking or fraud. After exploring the

If you’re burned out or feel uneasy about your Tinder profile and data lingering online, it’s time to step back. Saying goodbye to the online dating app should be simple, but finding the right steps isn’t always easy. How do I delete my Tinder account? It’s possible to do so from your account

Having a Facebook account means you're always in the spotlight. Ads that know too much about you, companies tracking what you do online, and the stress of keeping up with endless posts and updates can be overwhelming. It's like you're giving away pieces of your privacy every day without even

Led by Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor’s research team discovered a breach in a database belonging to Autoclerk, a reservations management system owned by Best Western Hotels and Resorts Group. Connected to various travel and hospitality-related platforms online, the exposed database posed a

vpnMentor's research team found a data breach from YouHodler, a cryptocurrency lending platform. Led by Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, our research team discovered a database leak in YouHodler's system. The platform makes it easy for users to request crypto-loans or to convert their crypto-holdings

vpnMentor's research team has found a breach in the xSocialMedia database. Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, our leading cybersecurity researchers, discovered vulnerabilities in multiple databases operated by xSocialMedia. Nearly 150,00 personal records were exposed, but that's not all they

Led by Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor’s research team recently discovered a data breach exposing customers of online fitness company V Shred. V Shred sells numerous online and physical products related to dieting, nutrition, and fitness. The exposed files included meal plans, sensitive

This report covers two vulnerabilities in cybersecurity provider Cyberoam’s firewall and VPN technology, affecting the "email quarantine system,” reachable without authentication. They were discovered by different researchers working independently. The first vulnerability was reported on in late

Led by Noam Rotem and Ran Locar, vpnMentor’s research team discovered a massive amount of sensitive financial data leaking from a website connected to India’s mobile payment app BHIM that was exposed to the public. The website was being used in a campaign to sign large numbers of users and