How social media platforms mine personal data for profit
We explore some of the ways social media use personal data to fuel advertising and keep the profits flowing.
Bring your own privacy: VPNs for consumers and orgs
VPNs are all the rage, but they’re not without their problems. Where do you stand on the great “Should we deploy a VPN” debate?
Cybersecurity for journalists: How to defeat threat actors and defend freedom of the press
When it comes to cybersecurity, journalists need to protect themselves, their sources, and the freedom of the press. Which methods should they use?
How to protect yourself from doxing
Doxing, or collecting and spreading private information about a user online, is a form of cyber harassment, stalking, and even a potential threat to physical safety. Here’s what you can do to protect yourself against it.
Growing rate of robocalls threatens user privacy
Robocalls aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a threat to personal data and privacy. And they’re on the rise. Learn which new tactics scammers are using and how to protect against them.
For Cybersecurity and Domestic Violence Awareness months, we pledge to fight stalkerware
It’s time for the cybersecurity community to fight stalkerware with all they’ve got. For National Cybersecurity Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness months, we renew our pledge.
Browser Guard combats privacy abuse, tracking, clickbait, and scammers
The free Malwarebytes Browser Guard extension combats privacy abuse, user tracking, clickbait, unwanted advertisements, and tech support scammers while offering granular control and faster browsing.
YouTube ordered to cough up $170M settlement over COPPA infraction
Last week, the FTC announced its settlement with Google over YouTube’s COPPA violations, including requirements for better protecting children’s data. But is it enough?
300 shades of gray: a look into free mobile VPN apps
Mobile VPN apps are one of the best tools for protecting user privacy. Unfortunately, a notable number of them are deemed unsafe. Read on to find out how to assess the best mobile VPN for you.
Nextdoor neighborhood app sends letters on its users’ behalf
The Nextdoor neighborhood app sends out snail mail letters to neighbors on behalf of its users. Is this a scam—or an ill-conceived marketing plan?
