Category: Cybersecurity
Is It Safe To Use VPN On Phones?
Modern dilemma: We all want to enjoy content and privacy both at the same time. Well, you are not alone in this. Whether it’s watching your favorite show on Netflix or using a public hotspot reliably, streaming VPN on phones can help you with the best of both worlds. G2 states that 92% of public…
McAfee takes control of Peloton Bike+ to expose cyber threat
Today, McAfee's Advanced Threat Research (ATR) is releasing a vulnerability disclosure for the Peloton Bike+. This vulnerability could allow someone with physical access to the bike, or access during any point in the supply chain (from construction to delivery), to gain remote access to the Peloton’s tablet, including the camera, microphone and personal data. During COVID-19, Peloton…
5 Security Tips Every Forex Trader Must Know
Most people who venture into trading foreign currencies are motivated by the desire to make profit. Since the market is relatively easy to access, beginner traders see it as an adventure towards massive income and easy earning. While these ambitions are in place, it is crucial to consider the high-security risk associated with online trade.…
Cyberattacks increased by a third in the last year
According to the data presented by the Atlas VPN team, cyberattacks have increased by 33% since last year. The total amount of malicious attacks in Q1 rose from 538 in 2020 to 713 in 2021. In January 2020, there were a total of 160 cyberattacks. Meanwhile, January 2021 saw 183 malicious attacks — 14% more than the same month last year. Looking…
RockYou2021: 8.4 billion passwords leaked online
What seems to be the largest password collection of all time, dubbed RockYou 2021, has been leaked on a popular hacker forum, according to Cybernews. A forum user posted a massive 100GB TXT file that contains 8.4 billion entries of passwords. According to the post author, all passwords included in the leak are 6-20 characters…
GDPR fines hit nearly 300 Million Euros in three years
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was implemented in the EU three years ago on May 25th. This legislation aimed to give the residents of the EU more control over their data and privacy. According to the recent Atlas VPN team findings, the cumulative sum of the GDPR fines imposed on the EU countries over the past…
Six Ways to Improve Your Cyber-Resilience to Combat Cyber-Attacks
Unfortunately, 60% of businesses are easily hacked by hackers or other cyber terrorists worldwide. That said, the story does not end here as hackers keep trying different ways that allow them to target their preferred businesses or companies smartly. In this situation, the role of cyber-resilience comes in handy. If you want to know what…
Millennials and Gen Zers most likely to fall for online scams, US study finds
There is a common misconception that older people, who tend to have less experience with new technologies, are more likely to fall for online scams. However, recent findings suggest that the opposite may be true. According to data analyzed by the Atlas VPN team, Millennials and Gen Zers in the United States are more likely to fall for…
Over half of Brits ‘switch off’ online security worries when travelling
Cybersecurity company McAfee has released findings on how Brits are approaching their online security as they look to enjoy a staycation filled summer. According to McAfee’s 2021 Consumer Security Mindset: Travel Edition, nearly three quarters (72%) plan to holiday in the UK this summer, while only a quarter (25%) have set their hopes on a…
NCSC oversees fifteen-fold increase in internet scams during last year
Cybersecurity experts in the UK have overseen a massive fifteen-fold increase in scams removed from the internet, a new report reveals today (Monday May 10th). The National Cyber Security Centre – a part of GCHQ – disclosed it had taken down more scams in the last year than in the previous three years combined as…