Flaws in Popular Self-Encrypting SSDs Let Attackers Decrypt Data

We all have something to hide, something to protect. But if you are also relying on self-encrypting drives for that, then you should read this news carefully.

Security researchers have discovered multiple critical vulnerabilities in some of the popula… Continue reading Flaws in Popular Self-Encrypting SSDs Let Attackers Decrypt Data

New Cold Boot Attack Unlocks Disk Encryption On Nearly All Modern PCs

Security researchers have revealed a new attack to steal passwords, encryption keys and other sensitive information stored on most modern computers, even those with full disk encryption.

The attack is a new variation of a traditional Cold Boot Attack,… Continue reading New Cold Boot Attack Unlocks Disk Encryption On Nearly All Modern PCs

Apple macOS Bug Reveals Cache of Sensitive Data from Encrypted Drives

Security researchers are warning of almost a decade old issue with one of the Apple’s macOS feature which was designed for users’ convenience but is potentially exposing the contents of files stored on password-protected encrypted drives.

Earlier this… Continue reading Apple macOS Bug Reveals Cache of Sensitive Data from Encrypted Drives

How to Hack Apple Mac Encryption Password in Just 30 Seconds

Macintosh computers are often considered to be safer than those running Windows operating system, but a recently discovered attack technique proves it all wrong.

All an attacker needs is a $300 device to seize full control of your Mac or MacBook.

Swe… Continue reading How to Hack Apple Mac Encryption Password in Just 30 Seconds

VeraCrypt Audit Reveals Critical Security Flaws — Update Now

After TrueCrypt mysteriously discontinued its service, VeraCrypt became the most popular open source disk encryption software used by activists, journalists, as well as privacy conscious people.

First of all, there is no such thing as a perfect, bug-f… Continue reading VeraCrypt Audit Reveals Critical Security Flaws — Update Now