Passwords still matter — and weak policies leave the door wide open. Specops Software explains how longer passphrases, ...

Passwords remain the go-to authentication tool in everyday life, says CISPA researcher Alexander Ponticello. At the same time, passwords are often a security weak spot: too short, too simple, and ...

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Identity-based cyberattacks are now among the most serious and fastest-growing online threats affecting both individuals and ...

Microsoft warns Windows 10 users face serious security risks as 90% of ransomware attacks target unsupported systems. Learn ...

Passkeys rely on biometric verification such as fingerprints, facial recognition or screen locks instead of passwords. They ...

Using local accounts instead of a linked Microsoft Account was once a surefire way to avoid some of the Windows bloatware and ...

Most of us know at least one person who has been swindled by scammers. Be it phishing, vishing, smishing or digital arrests, criminals are using every trick in the book to part people from their money ...

Here’s a look at hacking incidents during the 2016 presidential race between Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. For details about investigations into hacking and efforts to interfere with the election, ...

Grandmother warns parents about VR dangers after her grandson meets a predator online. Learn how to keep kids safe in virtual ...

Still on Windows 10? Unsupported systems are unprotected. Learn why it’s risky, how to stay safe, and when to upgrade.