EU‑US Privacy Shield launches: Key points to this agreement
There are three key principles to be aware of when it comes to the EU-US Privacy Shield and we’ve digested all of the key points in this feature.
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Afraid someone is misusing your webcam?
If you want to know which programs are actively using your webcam, here is a short guide from ESET's Ondrej Kubovič to help you out.
Types of VPN networks and how they work: do you know which kind to use?
WeLiveSecurity delves deeper into VPN networks, asking how do they work? And what are the most common types of VPN that can be implemented?
Please stop spreading the Facebook privacy notice hoax
A widespread hoax is being circulated between Facebook users, in the mistaken belief that posting the message will will give them more control over their privacy.
Windows 10 security and privacy: An in‑depth review and analysis
As Windows 10 nears its one year anniversary, WeLiveSecurity gives an in-depth review of the operating system from a security and privacy perspective.
32 million Twitter account credentials up for grabs – but site says it wasn’t hacked
Over 30 million Twitter account details are put up for sale on the computer underground.
Mandatory password reset for some Facebook and Netflix users in wake of mega‑breaches
Don't panic. Facebook and Netflix have not suffered a data breach. But it's quite possible that they are asking you to change your password.
65 million Tumblr users should probably be careful…
65 million Tumblr users have had their details compromised as a result of a recently-discovered breach dating back to 2013. But it's not just their passwords that they should be concerned about.
GDPR Day: countdown to a global privacy and security regimen?
This thing called GDPR will impact data security and privacy policy at many US firms when it takes effect two years from today. Start learning what the EU General Data Protection Regulation means to your business.
Data privacy and data protection: US law and legislation white paper
This white paper on data privacy and data protection law and legislation in the US should prove to be a handy reference during ongoing privacy debates.
And how do you protect your webcam?
Recently, FBI director James Comey revealed that he covers his webcam with tape to protect his privacy. It begs the question: How do you protect your webcam?
Facebook fights back against creepy impersonating profiles
It's one of the creepiest things you can experience on Facebook. You stumble across the profile of "another" user who appears to have stolen the details of your life - lock, stock and barrel. And they are spreading slurs about your character, and befriending your contacts...
Photos of Harry Styles and Kendall Jenner leak online after iCloud account hack
More than 30 photos of the celebrities have been posted on Twitter by a hacker who appears to have stolen the pictures from the iCloud account of Styles's mother, Anne.
Healthcare data breaches lead patients to withhold information from doctors
New survey suggests medical data breaches increase the number of patients who hold back information from doctors due to concerns about the security or privacy of medical records, undermining treatment.
How to bypass this LG smartphone’s fingerprint security in just 30 seconds
A troubling vulnerability has been uncovered that may make you think twice about ever even temporarily allowing a friend, partner or acquaintance to use your new LG V10 Android smartphone.
ICS calls for latest Draft Investigatory Powers Bill to go further to protect privacy
The UK's Intelligence and Security Committee has deemed the latest Draft Investigatory Powers Bill as a “missed opportunity”, according to its latest report.
Stay safe with our Facebook cheat sheet
Learn how to boost your Facebook privacy on Safer Internet Day with our excellent cheat sheet. It'll work to your advantage now and in the future.
Belong to the ‘selfie’ generation? You are probably oversharing
The 'Selfie Generation', which shares every detail of their lives online, doesn’t realize that giving away too much information can have serious consequences.
Will your Swiss email account stay private (or can the govt take a look)?
A referendum is to be held on Switzerland's proposed surveillance law, a decision lauded by supporters of privacy. ESET's Cameron Camp discusses further.
Skype finally hides your IP address, to protect against vengeful gamers
For too long streaming video gamers have suffered denial-of-service attacks and raids from police SWAT teams, often assisted by Skype leaking private IP addresses.