Internet of Things (IoT) toys are popular gifts for kids, but so-called “smart” toys are also notorious for their poor security. Here are 7 steps to set up IoT toys for better security and privacy.
December 13, 2021 • 7 min read
Verizon iPhone tracking, AirTag used to steal cars, and what Apple is doing to help Pegasus spyware victims.
December 10, 2021 • 6 min read
Apple sues NSO Group over Pegasus spyware, avoiding cryptocurrency scams, and what chat apps can the government access?
December 3, 2021 • 8 min read
We’re spending time with our families this week, so no full show today. But we wanted to offer you a few resources that may help you as we enter the holiday season in earnest.
November 25, 2021 • 3 min read
Mail Privacy Protection on Apple Watch, Apple rolls out PCM for advertisers, and a super-sneaky stolen iPhone scam
November 19, 2021 • 6 min read
Black Friday is just around the corner, and the bad guys are ready with their scams.
November 17, 2021 • 4 min read
LinkedIn scam job ads and how to avoid them. Plus: Are those social media quizzes really safe to answer?
November 11, 2021 • 6 min read
Zuckerberg and other tech leaders see the metaverse as the logical next step in the evolution of the Internet. But many observers are wary of the privacy issues that it may bring.
November 6, 2021 • 8 min read
Guide to new macOS Monterey security and privacy with how-tos. Includes Mail Privacy Protection, Private Relay, HTTPS upgrade, and more!
November 5, 2021 • 6 min read
On this week’s Checklist, safe online holiday shopping tips for 2021. Plus: How to avoid delivery scams, package theft, and identity theft.
November 5, 2021 • 7 min read
Is Facebook using accelerometer data to track iPhone users? And should you update to macOS Monterey?
October 29, 2021 • 5 min read
Another stalkerware company leaking data; warnings about iOS CSAM scanning appear to come true; and students using Live Text to cheat?
October 22, 2021 • 7 min read
Keyword warrants are used by law enforcement to see users’ private search data. Learn more about the issue + search privacy in this article.
October 21, 2021 • 5 min read
Apple’s Unleashed event introduced the new M1 Pro and M1 Max chips — and the new MacBook Pro models that they will power.
October 19, 2021 • 3 min read
A selection of highlights and key takeaways from the Objective by the Sea 4.0 Mac security conference.
October 18, 2021 • 6 min read
iOS updates and research attribution, no E2EE Safari bookmarks after all, and stalkerware company mSpy gets caught!
October 14, 2021 • 4 min read
Learn how to check for stalkerware on an iPhone, and how stalkerware on iOS works. Plus: where to learn more about stalkerware on macOS.
October 13, 2021 • 8 min read
Apple moves to curb scam apps in the App Store, introduces other privacy features. Plus: Cybersecurity Awareness Month kickoff!
October 7, 2021 • 6 min read
News of a “Good Samaritan” attack for AirTag. Plus: Why one frustrated security researcher disclosed his iOS 0-days ahead of a patch!
October 1, 2021 • 5 min read
iOS 15 security and privacy features. The most important new features in iOS 15 to keep you safe online and how to use them.
September 29, 2021 • 4 min read