XcodeSpy Mac Malware Targets Developers
XcodeSpy is macOS malware that can install a persistent backdoor on a Mac. In this article, we’ll explain what it is, how it works, and how you can detect it!
March 25, 2021 • 7 min read
Checklist 224: Cloudburst Over Hobby Lobby
A closer look at the recent Hobby Lobby data breach; talking about common misconceptions about “the cloud” with a cloud security expert.
March 25, 2021 • 7 min read
Is the Clubhouse iOS app safe to use?
Is the Clubhouse iOS app safe? We’ll talk about what Clubhouse is, the app’s security and privacy issues, and how to use it more safely.
March 24, 2021 • 7 min read
Checklist 223: Visiting Clubhouse and Revisiting App Privacy Labels
If you spend any time on the socials, you’ve heard people talk about Clubhouse. It’s been around for close to a year, though it’s really taken off over the past few months. We’ll look at its safety, then look at Privacy Labels with Clubhouse as…
March 21, 2021 • 4 min read
What to do before you sell your Mac: a step-by-step guide
Planning to sell your Mac? This guide shows you how to make sure you aren’t exposing your private data to the new owner!
March 18, 2021 • 9 min read
Security camera hack exposes thousands of video feeds
A security camera hack has exposed thousands of video feeds. This article has background, analysis, and tips for home security camera safety.
March 15, 2021 • 4 min read
Checklist 222: Avoiding Tax Scams with Nick Leon
On this podcast, we talk about avoiding tax scams both new and old. We cover “classic” tax scams as well as 2021 tax scams.
March 11, 2021 • 8 min read
4 tax scams to watch out for in 2021
In 2021, U.S. taxpayers should be on the lookout for these 4 tax scams. This article explains how they work, and how to keep yourself safe!
March 6, 2021 • 4 min read
Checklist 221: A Trio of Privacy Checklists from Apple
Apple has three great checklists that we’re featuring on this week’s eposide: If you want to see if anyone else has access to your device or accounts, If you want to stop sharing with someone whom you previously shared with, and If you want to make sure no one else can see your location.
March 4, 2021 • 8 min read
Checklist 220: Malware and the M1 with Patrick Wardle
This week on the Checklist, security researcher Patrick Wardle joins us to discuss the new Silver Sparrow malware variant.
February 25, 2021 • 6 min read
How to make encrypted iMessage backups for your iPhone
Are iMessage backups encrypted? The answer might surprise you! In this article, we’ll show you how to make secure, encrypted iMessage backups for your iPhone.
February 24, 2021 • 7 min read
How to avoid scam apps in the App Store
App developers are warning that there are lots of scam apps in the App Store — and they say that Apple’s own ratings and review system is a big part of the problem. In this article, we’ll take a look at what’s going on, and…
February 19, 2021 • 6 min read