Privacy - Page 5

March 15

CarGurus breach linked to ShinyHunters exposes 12.4M records

CarGurus users face a security risk after the ShinyHunters hacking group allegedly leaked 12.4 million records containing names, addresses and finance data.

March 15

Smart glasses detector app warns if you're being recorded

New Android app detects nearby smart glasses that could be secretly recording you. Nearby Glasses scans Bluetooth to alert users of potential cameras.

March 11

1 billion identity records exposed in ID verification data leak

An IDMerit data breach allegedly exposed over 203 million U.S. records containing personal details for identity verification, researchers reported.

March 8

Why widows and divorced women are targets for retirement scams

Scammers allegedly target widows and divorced women using obituaries and public records to craft convincing financial scams during vulnerable transitions.

March 7

Be aware of extortion scam emails claiming your data is stolen

bitcoin extortion emails claiming hackers stole your information are hitting thousands of inboxes daily, and experts are warning users of the signs.

March 5

You could be sharing your Social Security number when you don't need to

Learn when you can refuse to give your Social Security number and protect from identity theft. Not every SSN request is mandatory – know your rights.

March 4

Scams that aren't illegal (but should be)

Consumer protection experts warn that legal data collection by brokers poses greater privacy threats than traditional scams, with data removal services offering protection solutions.

March 1

Tired of websites blocking your VPN? A dedicated IP fixes that

Frustrated by VPN blocks from banks and streaming sites? Shared IPs trigger suspicion. Learn how dedicated IPs solve login issues and captcha problems.

February 28

Google dropped dark web monitoring: Should you care?

Google's Dark Web Report removal eliminates automated breach scanning for users, though Security Checkup and Password Manager remain available as alternative security tools.

February 25

Think your New Year's privacy reset worked? Think again

Personal data removed from broker sites can reappear weeks later as databases refresh, increasing exposure to scams and identity theft.