Why free VPNs aren't always safe to use
A VPN is meant to protect you and your data, but that's not always the case when it comes to free services. Here's why you should be wary of no-cost VPN services.
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Security
Malcolm Owen
What's changed in runtime protection for macOS Sequoia
In previous versions of macOS Gatekeeper, Control-click could be used as a launch override for running downloaded apps. Apple has now changed that.
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Chip Loder
How to run apps outside system security policies in macOS Sequoia
Security policies are provided in macOS to restrict which apps can run outside of the usual protective system policies. Here's how macOS Sequoia can override system policies in some cases.
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How to toggle removable and full disk access for apps in macOS Sequoia
Apple provides security features in macOS to give apps access to files on your local storage and removable drives. Here's how to configure them.
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System admins irate at Apple's plan for shorter cert lifespans
Apple has proposed for a shortening of validity for security certificates used by websites from 398 days down to just 45 days, a move that system administrators have objected to publicly.
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Scammers use AI to create scarily convincing phishing calls
A security expert has recounted how close he came to being fooled by a new AI-based scam call that aimed to get his Gmail account details.
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William Gallagher
'Wayback Machine' breach affects 31 million people
A security breach at the Internet Archive's "WayBack Machine" has resulted in the theft of the authentication database containing data on 31 million people.
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How macOS protects your data from malware
Malware is bad software you don't want to encounter, as it can harm your Mac or cause data loss. Here's how to protect against it.
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iPhone Mirroring may expose your personal app use to your boss
The iPhone Mirroring feature of macOS Sequoia and iOS 18 is a security risk for corporate users, as it's possible that a personal iPhone's applications will be exposed to a company's IT department.
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Marko Zivkovic
Andrew Orr
Charles Martin
