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Malicious Chrome Extensions Downloaded Over 33 Million Times

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Have you heard that Google has removed scores of malicious and fake Chrome extensions being used in a global eavesdropping campaign?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 19, 2020

IBM won’t develop facial recognition tech for mass surveillance anymore

IBM has announced that it won’t offer or develop general-purpose facial recognition technology to encourage responsible usage of tech by law enforcement. The company has been a major player in the field for years, offering several solutions.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 09, 2020

Lawsuit accuses Google of tracking users in Incognito mode

Are you a Google Chrome user? Have you heard that a proposed class action lawsuit filed against Google is accusing the company of violating federal wiretap laws by tracking users’ online activities even when they’re in Incognito mode?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Jun 03, 2020

Google sued by Arizona for tracking users’ locations in spite of settings

Have you heard that Arizona has filed suit against Google over the violation of users' privacy by tracking locations even after they’ve turned tracking off? Arizona State Attorney General Mark Brnovich claims that the advertising-fueled tech titan has a “complex web of settings and purported ‘consents'” that enable it to furtively milk us for sweet, sweet ad dollars.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 29, 2020

This Linux laptop hack could be vital to protecting your privacy

It turns out that nail polish on screws is an unusual, but effective way to protect Linux laptops from tampering while in transit and protect users' privacy.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 26, 2020

Mozilla, Twitter, Reddit join forces in effort to block browsing data from warrantless access

Seven Internet giants including Mozilla, Twitter and Reddit have asked the US House of Representatives to protect users' privacy online and prohibit the warrantless collection of Internet search and browsing history when it considers the USA FREEDOM Reauthorization Act.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 25, 2020

Startpage private search engine now an option for Vivaldi browser

If you are concerned with protecting your privacy online, you'll want to try the Startpage search engine.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 21, 2020

Chrome 83 adds DNS-over-HTTPS support and privacy tweaks

The latest version of Google Chrome has arrived with a long list of new security and privacy features.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 21, 2020

Ten Crucial Privacy Statistics That May Surprise You

Not all Internet users are careless about their digital security - but many are still victims of cybercriminals and stalkers due to mistakes online. Here are ten online privacy statistics that may surprise you.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 19, 2020

The US Senate just voted to let the FBI access your browser history without a warrant

In a major blow to citizens’ privacy, the US Senate voted today to give law enforcement agencies such as the FBI and CIA the power to look into your browser history without a warrant. How do you feel about this?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 14, 2020

Firefox update offers better password security and proper Zoom support

Do you use Firefox as your web browser? Have you heard that the latest version of Firefox will now alert you of security breaches and protect your saved passwords?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 05, 2020

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Mozilla’s handy new Firefox extension generates burner email addresses on-demand

Are you a Firefox user? Have you heard that Mozilla has launched a new email relay service called Firefox Private Relay? The idea is to provide an ’email alias’ wherever a company or a service asks for your email address, so that you can avoid giving out your actual address and protect your identity.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
May 04, 2020

Germany pivots from centralized coronavirus tracing app to privacy-protecting alternative

Germany officials have changed their stance on a centralized coronavirus tracing app, now favoring a privacy-protecting alternative.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Apr 27, 2020

Tails 4.5 Is Out: Run The Live Operating System With Secure Boot

Looking for an OS that protects your privacy and anonymity online? If so, you should be sure to check out the latest version of the Tails operating system.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Apr 13, 2020

MIT is working on a way to track COVID-19 while protecting privacy

Learn about the solution MIT has developed for tracking COVID-19 without threatening privacy.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Apr 10, 2020

WireGuard VPN added to Linux 5.6

Have you heard that the highly anticipated WireGuard VPN is now a part of the official Linux kernel?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Apr 01, 2020

Why Facial Recognition Systems Could Rise In Popularity During Coronavirus Pandemic

Security companies are updating their technology to recognize people wearing masks and measure temperatures, and are making the argument that facial recognition could become widely sought as a global security solution. However, this technology still has serious privacy-threatening implications that need to be considered.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Mar 26, 2020

Mozilla combines tracker blocking with paid, ad-free browsing

Mozilla has partnered with Scroll to distribute funds to publications in place of ad revenue. This partnership offers Firefox users tracker-blocking technology and ad-free browsing.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Mar 25, 2020

US, Israel, South Korea, and China look at intrusive surveillance solutions for tracking COVID-19

With the coronavirus outbreak rapidly spreading worldwide, governments are or exploring or implementing privacy-intrusive solutions for tracking the disease's spread. What are your thoughts on these solutions?

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Mar 20, 2020

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WireGuard Gives Linux a Faster, More Secure VPN

VPNs, or virtual private networks, are an important part of any security and privacy toolbox.

LinuxSecurity.com Team
Mar 02, 2020

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Tails 6.2 Improves Security, Expands Multilingual Support

Tails 6.0 Released with Critical Security Updates, Big Improvements

Tails 5.22 Released with Various Updates & Security Fixes