Privacy screen protection for iPhone and iPad
3M released its range of protection films optimized for tablet PCs and the Apple iPhone. The range consists of two product lines, one delivers visual security from prying eyes …
ShredIt X 6 for Mac OS X released
Mireth Technology released ShredIt X 6, its file shredder and hard drive cleaner software for Mac OS X. ShredIt X can be used to erase files, folders, disk free space, …
Google+ introduces verified accounts
Google is adding another feature that should guarantee that a Google+ profile corresponds with the actual real-life identity of a user. “We’re starting to roll out …
Facebook releases official Security Guide
Tired of having to explain to friends and family about the dangers lurking on Facebook? The social network has released an official Guide to Facebook Security, so share the …
Confidence in online retailers sinks
According to a study of consumer sentiment toward online shopping and security by McAfee, only about a third of online consumers believe that most websites are safe for …
Personal information of BART police officers published by hackers
Following the disruption of cell phone service by the operators of the Bay Area Rapid Transit system (BART) that foiled a planned protest regarding the death of a man shot by …
Improvements to Google’s privacy policies
Following an audit at Google’s London office, the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) believes Google has taken reasonable steps to improve its privacy …
Consumers keep falling into phishing traps
Whether in the form of fraudulent emails, falsified websites or deceptive text messages, cybercriminals are casting a wider phishing net in the hopes of obtaining personal …
Dropbox for Android security bypass vulnerability
A security issue has been reported in Dropbox for Android, which can be exploited by malicious people to bypass certain security restrictions, according to Tyrone Erasmus of …
Android app for confidential messaging
VaporStream announced its Android application, available for free to users in the Android Market. The app allows VaporStream customers to communicate without fear of …
iPhone privacy and mobile data protection
McAfee WaveSecure iOS Edition enables users to protect their privacy and mobile data, whether their iPhone is lost or stolen, ensuring irreplaceable and private information …
LinkedIn mimics Facebook, introduces questionable on-by-default feature
Facebook’s regular introduction of on-by-default features often creates quite a stir when first introduced. The majority of Facebook users isn’t aware of – …