VPN stands for Virtual Private Network. It is a technology that creates a secure and encrypted connection between two points on the internet. This connection is established by using VPN client so...
Spyware is a type of malicious software designed to gather sensitive information from a computer system without the user’s knowledge or consent. This information can include personal informatio...
Using a password manager is still the best way to securely record all your passwords. This assumes that you are in fact using different passwords for every web site and service that require one. ...
https://boot13.com/privacy/another-breach-at-a-password-storage-service-lastpass/
People use VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) for lots of reasons, both legitimate and… less so. They are commonly required for remote access to workplace computers by employees. They are used by ...
https://boot13.com/anonymity/some-vpn-services-should-be-avoided/
Advice to anyone who operates a mobile device and wants to reduce the likelihood of Pegasus or other unwanted software being installed without their knowledge: stay informed regarding security vu...
Access to the compromised accounts was apparently gained via 'credential stuffing', which is based on the sadly-still-true fact that many people continue to use specific passwords on multiple sys...
https://boot13.com/hacking/canada-revenue-agency-hacked-shuts-down-online-services/
You can wait for Firefox to update itself, which -- assuming that option is enabled -- may take a day or so, or you can trigger an update by navigating Firefox's 'hamburger' menu to Help > About ...
Firefox's already helpful tracking protections were enhanced in version 72 with the addition of fingerprint script blocking. Fingerprinting is a technique used by many companies to better underst...
However, as usual in the case of any breach, you should review your passwords, and if you've used your LifeLabs or eHealth password for any other site or service, change those passwords to someth...
https://boot13.com/internet-crime/lifelabs-hacked-patient-data-compromised/
New in Firefox 69.0 is a feature that allows you to block any video you encounter, not just those with autoplayed audio: Block Autoplay. The 'Always Activate' option for Flash content has been re...
https://boot13.com/firefox/firefox-69-0-security-improvements/