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Acrobat Reader has an unpatched zero-day. Stop opening unknown PDFs
Hackers have been exploiting an Acrobat Reader vulnerability since December. Opening an infected PDF is all it takes to become a victim.
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Best VPN deals: Protect your privacy for the lowest prices
We've scoured the web to help you find the best deals on VPNs available this April. Currently on discount: NordVPN, ExpressVPN, and Surfshark.
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Chrome 147 patch fixes 60 security flaws, including 2 critical ones
The latest update for Google Chrome patches 60 security vulnerabilities, including 2 critical buffer overflows in WebML.
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Your TP-Link router is under attack from Russian state hackers
Russian hacking group Fancy Bear is targeting TP-Link routers worldwide. Update your router firmware now.
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8 phishing red flags hidden in everyday emails
The best way to spot phishing emails is to know what to look for and these are some of the biggest red flags to help keep you safe.
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Anthropic's new AI found thousands of zero-day flaws on its own
Claude Mythos is so powerfully capable that Anthropic refuses to release it to the public.
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Ring Wired Doorbell Plus is now $35 off, near its all-time low
Ring Wired Doorbell Plus hits $160 at Amazon in select colors. It packs 2K video, color night vision, and no subscription required for live view.
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Solar-powered Reolink 2K security camera hits $64 (25% off)
Get the Reolink Argus Eco with solar panel for $64 at Amazon. It shoots 2K video, detects people and vehicles, and skips the cloud fee.
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6 signs your Windows PC needs a reset right now
I put it off for far too long. Don't be like me! If you experience any of these signs, consider resetting Windows sooner than later.
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Your Nvidia GPU is your PC's newest security weakness
Security researchers found a way to manipulate GPU memory and elevate it into a system attack with root permissions.
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Security expert publishes Windows exploit after Microsoft went silent
A security researcher reported a vulnerability to Microsoft. But when the company didn't respond quickly enough, he went public with real exploit code.
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I'm a PC expert. These are the 8 Windows mistakes I still make
Despite all the well-known tips, tricks, and best practices, I don't always do things the "right" way. It's confession time.
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Microsoft says poisoned AI acts normal until a trigger word makes it 'blow up'
Interacting with AI can feel innocent. But not all models are harmless.
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This wire-free 2K+ security camera 2-pack dropped to $60 each
Save 25% on the Tapo MagCam 2K+ C425 2-pack—solid wire-free cams with long battery life and color night vision.
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The shady way AI answers can be manipulated behind the scenes
Human nature gets reflected in all the digital tools we use, including AI.
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Trusting AI is dangerous. It's time for an open-source revival
What once seemed like idealism now feels like the only sane option in an AI-crazy world.
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Even cybersecurity experts make simple mistakes. Here's the real lesson
To err is human. And sometimes it happens in a huge way.
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Microsoft says you're asking the wrong question about AI
You might already be wondering about the AI models you use. But you likely aren’t thinking about it the right way.
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Cracking Denuvo games in Windows just got easier—and insanely dangerous
New hypervisor methods for cracking the despised Denuvo DRM are risky, even by the lower standards of game piracy.
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