SecurityChecklist 428: Avoiding SMS for 2FA and a Plot Twist for 23andMe
23andMe changes hands, SMS 2FA risks exposed—why your data & online security need smarter tools now.
June 23, 2025 • 4 min read
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SecurityChecklist 427: Hallucinating Current Events
Apple’s WWDC 2025 brings on-device AI and tighter child privacy tools in iOS 26, but chatbots like Grok and ChatGPT spread protest misinformation.
SecurityChecklist 426: T-Life Recorded and a 2FA Proposal
T-Mobile and The North Face incidents show why 2FA must be standard—credential stuffing and silent tracking tools put users at risk.
SecurityChecklist 425: AI Privacy Labels and Lots of Lost Logins
Meta, LexisNexis, and a mystery trove of 184M logins highlight why strong passwords and 2FA are more vital than ever.
SecurityChecklist 424: Take It Down or Else
Apple patch fix, 23andMe data goes to Regeneron, and a new takedown law stirs privacy vs. free speech debate—here’s what you need to know.
May 23, 2025 • 7 min read
SecurityChecklist 423: Less Consumer Protection and More OS Updates
CFPB scraps data broker rules as Apple rolls out major OS updates fixing 100+ security flaws—privacy is still up to you. Update now, stay safe.
May 16, 2025 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 422: Every Day Is World Password Day
94% of passwords are reused—including by top officials. Weak, repeated logins like “123456” still top lists in homes, offices, even government.
May 9, 2025 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 421: Strengthening AirPlay and Turning Off TV Tracking
AirPlay flaws and smart TV tracking expose user privacy risks—learn how to secure your devices and limit data collection.
May 2, 2025 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 420: Hacking the Crosswalk
Apple patches zero-days, hacked crosswalks mock billionaires, and Mac users get privacy tips—from VPNs to app permissions and browser safety.
April 25, 2025 • 8 min read
SecurityChecklist 419: Tax Scams and Crossed Signals
Tax scams spike as April 15 nears; meanwhile, a Signal chat slip exposes U.S. security flaws—White House blames iPhone’s contact auto-suggest.
April 11, 2025 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 418: VPNs, the App Store, and the Chinese Army
VPNs in app stores aren’t always safe—some are tied to China’s military. Free isn’t always better. Research before you trust.
April 4, 2025 • 7 min read
SecurityChecklist 417: 23andMe Goes Bankrupt and a Crash Course in Signal
23andMe’s data risks grow post-bankruptcy; meanwhile, officials’ misuse of Signal raises questions—tech isn’t the issue, user behavior is.
March 28, 2025 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 416: Malware as A.I. and A.I. Be Trippin’
AI’s accuracy issues spark legal action as ChatGPT falsely accuses users of crimes, while DeepSeek malware scams put privacy and security at risk.
March 21, 2025 • 4 min read
SecurityChecklist 415: Voice Clones and Paper Problems, Revisited
Lee Enterprises tackles cyberattack recovery, while Consumer Reports urges AI voice cloning safeguards to protect users from scams.
March 14, 2025 • 4 min read
SecurityChecklist 414: Meta and Apple Think of the Children
Cybercriminals are using physical mail for malware scams and fake ransomware demands, exploiting trust in letters while risking federal charges.
March 13, 2025 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 413: Googling Good News
Google is enhancing privacy with easier personal info removal from Search and replacing SMS 2FA with QR codes for better security.
March 6, 2025 • 4 min read