Leonid Grustniy

Syrk ransomware is out, disguised as a Fortnite cheat pack. Learn what it is and how to recover your files.

Why personal mobile devices used for work need to be secure.

Our experts tried to hack six smart gadgets for cars to find out how manufacturers protect customers.

British Airways may pay a record fine for last year’s data breach.

Using persuasion instead of viruses: How scammers talk people into granting remote access to their computers.

When the apps on your phone don’t update automatically, and you can’t find the right setting, we tell you where to look.

We explain how to leave the social network while keeping some posts as a memento, even if you forgot your password and changed your phone number.

A guide on how to protect your account against spammers, hackers, and other gate-crashers.

A guide on how to disappear from Snapchat but keep the mementos you want.

We explain what file types cybercriminals most often use to hide malware, and how to avoid getting infected.

For three weeks, Baltimore’s administration has been struggling with the aftermath of a ransomware attack.

The tools that can help preserve your online privacy.

What makes startups dependent on data protection for success?

Everyone knows that EXE files can be dangerous for computers running Windows. But it turns out that EXE files can infect macOS too.

Commercial spying apps — stalkerware — are not malware in the proper sense of the term, but it’s better to avoid using them anyway.

Apps that demand access to calls and SMS messaging without good reason are being kicked off Google Play. We explain what threats might arise.

Systems designed to guard against car theft can be used to track, immobilize, and steal vehicles.

The hidden dangers of out-of-office messages.

Malware disguised as Apex Legends for Android.

Adult websites are often seen as a security threat, but few know that Trojans could be after their porn site accounts.

Can an ATM turn into a slot machine? WinPot malware helps its owners win big at the “ATM game.”