Free public Wi-Fi is fast and convenient, but comes with risksOne expert explains why you might want to use an alternative, and shares ways you can keep your data safe.
Are recent cyberattacks a result of a worker shortage?As data breaches and data extortion become more common, the cybersecurity field in the U.S. is facing layoffs and shortages.
MGM Resorts cyberattack won't be the last; how to protect yourselfAttacks on MGM Resorts and Caesars took vacationers by surprise, but security experts predict more are coming, and show how to best protect yourself.
Widow loses life savings in romance scam that started on a gaming appSpecial Agent Sarah Lewis with the FBI Baltimore Field Office said there is a recipe that romance scammers follow and points out red flags to notice.
MGM Resorts back online 10 days after cyberattackUp until now, people had not been able to make hotel and casino reservations online. Previously, guests couldn't use their room keys.
How can you protect yourself from being a victim of a cyberattack?Recent casino hacks come as the U.S. Defense Department outlined its cybersecurity strategy, making it clear that cyberspace is the new warzone.
MGM Resorts still reeling from 'cybersecurity issue'The company is not able to accept reservations online, but it says gaming, dining and entertainment offerings are operational.
Cyberattack blamed for outages at hospitals in Illinois, WisconsinThe attack brought down phone services and online tools that patients use to monitor their records.
FBI: Qakbot ransomware removed from thousands of infected computersThe FBI and European partners announced that they infiltrated and seized control of the malicious software agent known as Qakbot.
Google fails to end $5 billion lawsuit over 'Incognito mode' trackingThe class action lawsuit concerning alleged illegal internet tracking and privacy concerns now inches closer to trial.
FBI warns of hackers using artificial intelligence to create malwareMalware refers to any software designed to harm or exploit computer systems, networks, or users, by stealing information or disrupting operations.
NYT: Officials fear Chinese hackers' malware could disrupt US militaryThe malware could grant hackers the capability to disrupt critical U.S. military operations.
Is technology moving too fast for online harassment legislation?Advocates and lawmakers alike are mixed on how much accountability social media platforms should have for dangerous content that can insight violence.
Microsoft: Chinese hackers breached US government emailsThe hackers managed to gain access by impersonating authorized users.
Clemson is latest university to ban TikTok on campus networksThe university said the ban was due to security concerns.
Movement to ban facial recognition at venues picks up steamMore than 50 artists have signed a pledge that says they will boycott venues that insist on using facial recognition at shows.
Popular apps for kids collecting personal information, report saysThe "2023 State of Kids' Privacy" report says 73% of the most popular 200 apps and platforms are monetizing personal information.
Hackers gained access to pilots' personal informationPersonal information of more than 8,000 pilots was stolen by hackers who broke into a recruiting company's database.
Cybersecurity firm finds compromised ChatGPT accounts on dark webGroup-IB, a cybersecurity firm, reports that more than 26,000 compromised ChatGPT accounts were detected on the dark web in May.
US government agencies targeted in global cyberattacks, officials sayOfficials say the perpetrators have not leaked any information or data that they may have taken during the breach.
Microsoft to pay $20M to settle charges of misusing children's dataThe FTC accused Microsoft of collecting data on children who signed up for Xbox accounts without notifying parents or obtaining their consent.
Chinese hackers threaten US cybersecurityChinese hackers reportedly tried to disrupt communications between the U.S. and its Five Eyes allies — Canada, New Zealand, Australia and the U.K.
Gmail introduces blue verified checkmarks to thwart phishing attemptsGoogle says the verification badge will help users determine whether emails they receive are from an authentic source or a potential scammer.
Apple, Google joining forces to help prevent unwanted trackingNew technology would allow for alerts on all types of phones when any brand of tracking device is detected nearby.
Google says goodbye to passwords with new passkey technologyThe company says passkeys are the most secure way to sign into apps and websites and a major step toward a "passwordless future."
Google address search at the center of Colorado Supreme Court caseThe court will decide whether Denver police violated teenagers' rights when they investigated Google keyword searches to make an arrest in a crime.
FTC: Facebook failed to protect children's privacyThis is the third time the FTC has acted against Meta over allegations of not protecting users' privacy.
T-Mobile customers impacted by personal data breachFor the second time this year, T-Mobile has announced a major data breach as customers are being told to start monitoring their credit.
More false reports of shooters spreading through schools, hospitalsA cybersecurity expert says false reports of crime, called "swatting," are putting people in danger.
Biden administration calls for more consumer protections in AI toolsThe Commerce Department wants feedback and recommendations for making AI tools safer for consumers.
FBI warns of 'juice jacking' at public phone charging stationsThe agency says cybercriminals have found ways to use device charging stations to spread malware and steal your personal data.
Palm-scanning payment technology raises privacy concernsPanera announced it will be the first national restaurant chain to use palm-scanning technology. Amazon has already implemented it in some stores.
20-year-old founder of 'major hacking forum' arrestedA 20-year-old was arrested for operating a online forum where hacked personal information was allegedly being sold.
Utah law aims to curb teen use of TikTok, InstagramUtah's governor has signed sweeping legislation aimed at trying to significantly lower use of TikTok and Instagram among young people.
