HTTPS… Everywhere!

We recently updated our redirections rule in HTTPS-Everywhere, a browser extension that automatically redirects you to the HTTPS version of the website you are trying to visit. Now is a good time for us to give a short overview of how important HTTPS is. We’ll also talk about a few major HTTPS-related events that happened lately.

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A week in security (May 15 – May 21)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 15th of May to the 21st. We covered WannaCry, Privacy Awareness week, and what to do when you suspect stolen personal data.

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A week in security (May 01 – May 07)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 1st of May to the 7th. We touched on topics like Mac malware, OWASP, and password management.

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OWASP Top Ten – Boring security that pays off

OWASP recently published a draft list of the top 10 security vulnerabilities of 2017. While intended for developers seeking to code more secure applications, the top 10 list is based on actual survey data of threats seen in the wild and serves as a great starting point for organizations struggling with security priorities. Let’s take a look and see how long they’ve been around prior to publication.

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A week in security (Apr 24 – Apr 30)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 24th of April to the 30th. We covered a lot of different subject, exploit kits, adware, Tech Support Scams, Android and Mac threats. And how to fight security fatigue.

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A week in security (Apr 17 – Apr 23)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 17th of April to the 23rd. We focused on the return of Locky ransomware, Moker Trojan, and more.

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Mastodon: different social network, additional risks

Learn about the additional risks you can face when using Mastodon, a social network with important differences to traditional ones.
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Your ISP, browsing history, and what to do about it

In late March, Congress approved a bill lifting restrictions imposed on ISPs last year concerning what they could do with information such as customer browsing habits, app usage history, location data, and Social Security numbers. Given that the repea… Continue reading Your ISP, browsing history, and what to do about it

A week in security (Mar 20th – Mar 26th)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 20th to the 26th of March. This week, we look back at phishing campaigns, PUPs, ransomware, and more.

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A week in security (Mar 6th – Mar 12th)

A compilation of notable security news and blog posts from the 6th to the 12th of March. This week, we look back at Ransomware, exploit kits and Mac security myths.

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