SecurityChecklist 391: Sextortion Scams and QR Codes, Revisited
Sextortion and QR code scams are on the rise—learn how scammers are using personal data and fake codes to exploit victims and how to stay safe.
September 6, 2024 • 3 min read
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SecurityChecklist 390: Ask a Philosopher
Phishing tests, AI ethics, and laser keystroke hacks highlight growing cybersecurity risks and the need for thoughtful, interdisciplinary approaches.
August 30, 2024 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 389: The NPD Leak and an A.I. President, Revisited
Deepfakes wreaked havoc this year, with AI-generated Biden calls in NH and a massive data leak exposing billions. Read more on these critical security issues.
August 23, 2024 • 4 min read
SecurityChecklist 388: Everybody’s Data is Out There
Massive data breach exposes 2.7B records, while MIT launches an AI risk repository to tackle growing concerns in artificial intelligence safety.
August 16, 2024 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 387: Fixing a Four-Zero Day
NFL adopts facial recognition for security; RBI mandates multi-factor authentication for transactions. Both moves spark privacy and security debates.
August 9, 2024 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 386: Privacy, Security, Updates, and Apple Intelligence
Apple updates iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS with security fixes. Upcoming: iOS 18 with Apple Intelligence, and additional privacy concerns.
August 2, 2024 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 385: Leaving Cookies on the Table
Google reverses its plan to block third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for Privacy Sandbox to balance user privacy with ad-supported internet needs.
July 26, 2024 • 7 min read
SecurityChecklist 384: A Very Un-Fun Snow Day
AT&T and Ticketmaster data breaches expose millions, highlighting failures in security protocols and the need for robust measures like mandatory MFA.
July 19, 2024 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 383: Roll for Security
Apple enhances ChatGPT privacy. Roll20 suffers data breach, sparking calls for 2FA. Full details and analysis inside.
July 12, 2024 • 5 min read
SecurityChecklist 381: Kaspersky Ban, the Change Hack, and Virtual Bugs
US bans Kaspersky software, citing security risks. Change Healthcare hack exposes sensitive patient data. Apple pays bug bounty for Vision Pro vulnerability.
June 28, 2024 • 6 min read
SecurityChecklist 380: Playing CSAM, Recall, and DNA Catch-Up
EU delays CSAM scanning plan amid privacy concerns; Microsoft postpones Recall feature after backlash; UK and Canada probe 23andMe data breach.
June 21, 2024 • 4 min read
SecurityChecklist 379: Privacy and Security at WWDC24
Apple’s WWDC 2024 highlights: Introducing Apple Intelligence, app locking, improved contact permissions, Guest Access for Home App, and a standalone Passwords app.
June 14, 2024 • 4 min read