Global VPN downloads surge 3x surpassing 780 million in 2021

To get a clear perspective on the current VPN adoption rate in the world, the Atlas VPN research team analyzed Virtual Private Network application downloads in 85 selected countries.

TikTok tracks your data the most out of social media apps

Trackers allow ad services to follow users around the web to learn about their browsing habits. While first-party trackers are stored by the website or app you are visiting directly, third-party trackers can invade your privacy and serve targeted ads based on your preferences.

What bluejacking is and how to defend against it

Bluejacking refers to an attack targeting Bluetooth-enabled devices like smartphones, laptops, and smartwatches. The typical approach…

1 in 3 automotive cyber incidents result in car theft or break-ins

A steady trend toward connected, autonomous, shared, and electric vehicles have effectively transformed automobiles into mobile computing platforms on wheels, allowing for a better consumer and ownership experience. However, because of these advances, many new cyberattack vectors have appeared.

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A steady trend toward connected, autonomous, shared, and electric vehicles have effectively transformed automobiles into mobile computing platforms on wheels, allowing for a better consumer and ownership experience. However, because of these advances, many new cyberattack vectors have appeared.

45% of fraud attacks worldwide abuse brand names

Cybercriminals create online content pretending to be well-known brands hoping to trick people into giving up their personal information. While more internet users are becoming aware of suspicious emails and malicious links, attackers are sophisticating their threats, making them harder to recognize.

How can someone exploit your IP address and data it reveals?

Your IP address is a unique signature revealed on multiple occasions. Every time you enter a website, you introduce yourself by providing…

Americans suffered a whopping 50 billion robocalls in 2021

A robocall is an automated telephone call that uses auto-dialling software to deliver a pre-recorded message to its recipients. At best, robocalls can be annoying, bombarding you with unsolicited ads. However, at worst, robocalls can end up defrauding you. One thing is clear — nowadays, it is nearly impossible to escape them.