NordVPN engaged the services of the accounting firm Deloitte to carry out the audit. Between Nov. 21 and Dec. 10, 2022, Deloitte studied Nord’s IT systems (including servers) and supporting IT operations. The company concluded that NordVPN does not maintain customer logs. This is the third time a third-party firm has audited NordVPN’s no-logs claim. PricewaterhouseCoopers conducted the other two audits in 2018 and 2020, respectively. NordVPN’s No-Logging Stance put to the Test Deloitte performed its assessment in line with the International Auditing and Assurance Standards Board’s ISAE 3000 (Revised) standards....

Content sharing platform OnlyFans announced that it will ban content containing sexually explicit conduct starting October this year. Pressure from its banking partners and payout providers has led to this decision, which many say will negatively affect the sex work industry. Content containing nudity will still be allowed, as long as it adheres to OnlyFans’ “Acceptable Use Policy,” the company said. “In order to ensure the long-term sustainability of our platform, and continue to host an inclusive community of creators and fans, we must evolve our content guidelines,” OnlyFans said....

Plague Inc. Plague Inc. is a game where the player can create a virus with the aim of destroying the world with it. The choices you make in the game determine whether your disease spreads quickly or not at all. The game has been around since 2012, but it has gained many new players in recent weeks because the corona virus has led to a renewed interest in games and movies about pandemics....

Portugal’s Diário de Notícias newspaper revealed last week that the hackers stole hundreds of classified documents from the country’s General Staff of the Armed Forces (EMGFA). Portuguese authorities reportedly only found out about the data breach after U.S. intelligence services alerted them in August. The Attorney General’s Office said the Public Prosecutor’s Office would collaborate with the Central Department of Investigation and Prosecution (DCIAP) to investigate the breach, Portugal’s Lusa News Agency reported....

Relating to their respective HR departments, the compromised files exposed detailed sensitive information belonging to the firms, along with 1,000s of British professionals. Had this database been discovered by criminal hackers, there could have been serious consequences for the security and privacy of those exposed. Timeline of Discovery and Owner Reaction Sometimes, the extent of a data breach and the owner of the data are obvious, and the issue quickly resolved....

A survey that we conducted at the end of March 2020 shows that about 70% of the working respondents use video conference software for their work. Also, about 65% of working respondents indicate that they currently use such applications more often than before, since the outbreak of the corona crisis. About 44% of the working respondents indicated that privacy is an important aspect when using video conference software. In this article, we therefore list a number of good programs for online meetings and video conferencing, but we also discuss frequently used applications that you should actually refrain from using if you value your privacy....

Read our full article down below for extensive information on all of these notorious dark web cases. In this article we’ll dive into the dark web and talk about the 10 most notorious cases and occurrences it has seen. While we promise some fun and interesting stories, keep in mind: this is the dark web, so we’ll inevitably touch on more sensitive subjects. Reader discretion is advised. What is The Dark Web?...

Many VPNs don’t offer software for Linux or only offer a minimal service. But luckily there are some providers who have a different approach. ExpressVPN is one of them. The provider offers an extensive server network and fast connections for several operating systems, including Linux. The Best VPNs for Linux Linux and VPNs have something in common; they both strive to ensure your privacy and safety. A great VPN will make sure that your internet connection is secure....

Presenters at the ongoing AxieCon 2022 conference broke the news of the recovery, saying that U.S. authorities will gradually move the funds into Axie Infinity’s treasury, which will reach the player community. However, they warned that it could take several years for the process to play out. What We Know About the Lazarus Hacking Group In March of this year, the Lazarus Group breached the Ronin Network, stealing cryptocurrencies valued at over $600 million at the time....

What Caused Wakashio to Run Aground At first, human error was seen as the probable cause for the supersized Japanese built iron ore bulk carrier, Wakashio, running aground on a coral reef off the coast of Mauritius. Investigators questioned crew members after the incident. According to their accounts, the crew had been celebrating the birthday of a sailor when the incident happened. Meanwhile, the captain sailed the ship nearer to shore to get a Wi-Fi signal....

Season 2 of Mindhunter is now available exclusively on Netflix. If you live in any of the countries that use geoblocking for government restrictions, or a country where the popular streaming service isn’t available, you’ll need a good VPN to get past Netflix’s firewall. The following instructions can help you access Mindhunter, along with all your favorite Netflix content from anywhere. Why You Need a VPN to Watch Mindhunter Season 2 on Netflix Netflix has a practically impenetrable firewall, blocking users accessing via single and group dynamic IP addresses....

Netflix UK is only available to users of the streaming service in the United Kingdom. However, you can watch Top Boy Season 3 from anywhere in the world with a VPN. Don’t be confused - you’ll find Season 3 of Top Boy on Netflix UK under Top Boy Season 1, with the first two seasons still available on Netflix now titled Top Boy Summerhouse. Continue reading to learn how to use a VPN to access Netflix UK and our top recommendations for premium services to watch Top Boy....

This is why it’s so important to detect cryptojacking as soon as possible. Some indications of cryptojacking include an underperforming computer, an overheating device, and increased use of the CPU. Since new forms of this cybercrime don’t leave a trace on your computer, it can be difficult to detect or prevent cryptojacking. Learn more about how you can defend yourself by reading the article below. In this article, we’re going to explain what cryptojacking is, how to detect and prevent cryptojacking, as well as what you should do if it happens to you or someone you know....

Below is the 11th chapter of What’s the Deal With Identity Theft Chapter 11 A LOOK DOWN THE ROAD (The emerging biometric identity trend) How we even think about identification is changing rapidly. From the standard old “Can I see your driver’s license, please,” we are heading rapidly into an era in which various types of biometric identification techniques will become commonplace and required. Identification by DNA sample, iris scans, electrical signals, and even personal smell has changed the way we think about identities....

Plugins Flaw Discovery Security researchers at web security service MalCare discovered the WordPress plugins flaw last week. They reported the flaw to the developers of the affected plugins on the same day. The vulnerable plugins are: Ultimate Addons for Elementor version 1.20.0 Ultimate Addons for Beaver Builder version 2.24.0 The software company Brainstorm Force developed both these plugins. The plugins are designed to help website publishers to add advanced designs and functions to websites powered by the page builders Beaver Builder and Elementor....

We’re currently experiencing an unprecedented level of threats targeting our data, whether that’s vulnerable big data stores or hacking attacks. Yet, in the same breath, cybersecurity practices, regulations, technologies, and general cyber awareness are at their best. Data privacy, for that matter, is not a uniquely modern-day conundrum. The first “Right to Privacy” was conceived in 1890 by 2 American lawyers, Samuel D. Warren and Louis Brandeis. Perhaps it’s not extreme to suggest humans have been grappling with privacy issues for as long as civilization itself....

The best VPNs can also help you unblock global content that is otherwise inaccessible from the islands. If you pick a VPN with servers in the US, you can even use it to access your home services when traveling outside of the States. My team and I tested over 60 VPNs to find the best VPNs for Hawaii. My top pick for Hawaii is ExpressVPN. It has many US servers and gives you lightning-fast speeds while protecting your online privacy....

My team and I tested 50+ remote access VPNs to find the best ones for businesses. I looked for services with strong security and privacy features that can keep your data safe. Each of my recommendations also performed well on speed and latency tests, allowing for rapid encrypted file sharing and smooth video conferencing. My top choice is Perimeter 81. It has strong security measures to keep sensitive information private....

It’s best to use Brave with a VPN app for your device rather than a VPN proxy extension. This way, every app that uses the internet (including Brave) will be fully protected by a combination of features, like encryption, leak protection, and a kill switch. I tested over 40 VPNs with Brave browser and ExpressVPN is my top choice. Unlike most VPNs, its Chrome browser extension (compatible with Brave) is full featured, integrating a variety of powerful security features to give you safe and private browsing....

On top of that, you’ll want a VPN that protects your privacy. In the past, millions of Bulgarians had their personal information stolen during a cyberattack on the country’s tax agency. I tested 85 VPNs and discovered only a few that meet these specifications. The best VPNs for Bulgaria provide top-notch security features to help keep you anonymous online while you browse, stream, and torrent at breakneck speeds. I recommend ExpressVPN for Bulgaria because it has 3,000 ultra-fast servers in 94 countries, including Bulgaria....