That’s it! You’re all set. Private Internet Access’s Black Friday Deal 2022 Private Internet Access has a fantastic Black Friday and Cyber Monday offer that you won’t want to miss out on. This VPN provider generally works with very fixed prices, meaning they don’t often have special deals or discounts – but this Black Friday, they do! PIA will be offering an impressive 82% off of their monthly prices from November 8th through December 31st, 2022....

PlatformQ — self-described as a “leading provider of digital engagement solutions” for healthcare (PlatformQ Health) and education (PlatformQ Education) — inadvertently published a database backup stored in a misconfigured AWS S3 bucket. Based on the findings, our security team believes the leak was marketing data for the generic drug Zarex. PlatformQ Leaks Zarex Medical Marketing Data VPNOverview’s security team discovered a trove of sensitive personal data stored in a backup database and across thousands of other files....

TikTok already collects vast amounts of data, including, amongst other things: Personally identifiable information Key stroke patterns Location information based on SIM card and/or IP address App activity Browser and search history Biometric information (face and voice print) Neurology experts are als worried about the negative effects of TikTok on people’s brains and mental health, especially considering the fact that many kids and teenagers are on the app. What does TikTok know about you?...

Is Encryption Secure? Revelations of NSA’s plans to deliberately eliminate global encryption standards along with the threat of the Heartbleed bug has caused a lot of people to lose confidence in encryption. Not only is it a bad idea to underestimate the NSA’s ability to compromise encryption methods, but it is an even bigger mistake at the same time. But then again, encryption is your best defense against these constant attacks as ciphers like OpenVPN and AES are secure to a certain extent....

According to multiple studies, the smartphone you choose reveals a lot about your personality, which draws certain people to pick one over the other. iPhone users are generally better off financially and have extroverted personalities, while Android users are typically more humble and prefer the uniqueness that comes with each Android-powered device. How Does This Affect App Ratings? One of the more interesting places that we saw this manifest was in the App Store and Google Play rating systems....

Russian Influence Campaign Halted On Tuesday, Facebook announced that they had stopped a Russian influence campaign in the early stages of its development. The campaign aimed at manipulating voters and a mostly left-winged audience in the United States, the United Kingdom, and in other countries. According to Facebook, Peace Data was pivotal in this operation. The so-called news outlet is said to have been set up by Russians as a pseudo-journalism platform....

Earlier this month, Microsoft said it will significantly scale down its business in Russia. However, in March, the company said it will not prevent customers in Russia from accessing its services. At the moment, it is unclear if Microsoft has officially blocked Russia-based users from downloading its operating systems. The company is yet to respond to news outlets seeking comments on the issue. What We Know So Far Several Twitter users confirmed they were unable to download Windows 10 and 11 installation files after TASS reported the issue on June 19....

When you sign up for Reddit, you accept its Terms of Service. These terms allow Reddit to collect data about what you do on the site — as well as what you do outside of their site (with the help of cookies). All of this data is then used to show you targeted advertisements, which is how Reddit makes a profit. You can protect yourself against this by: Changing your Reddit privacy settings, so you share fewer data with Reddit....

It’s quite a feat to set up makeshift hospitals during a health crisis in convention centers and outdoor tents. But chances are IT security won’t get the same level of care, leaving these temporary locations vulnerable to cyberattacks. People Come First, Anything Else is Secondary Field facilities often operate on the network provided at the remote location, which lacks the kind of network security a hospital normally enjoys. Right now there’s no time to set up proper IT infrastructure or implement what would normally be acceptable cybersecurity measures....

During our extensive analysis, we looked for free VPNs with a large data allowance and good speeds. We also sought out VPNs with a wide variety of server locations. PrivadoVPN ranks highest, thanks to its free 10 GB data. However, 10 GB of monthly data isn’t nearly enough for a full season of your favorite Netflix series. If you want unlimited viewing, you’ll need unlimited data bandwidth. We recommend Surfshark VPN for this purpose, as it’s cheap, fast, and reliable....

To get some answers, I spoke with Vincent Lynch who is a Senior Security Analyst with The SSL Store - a leading online reseller of SSL certificates. Vincent explained some of the fundamentals of SSL certificates, where the industry is today, and where he thinks the industry is going in the next few years. Please tell me a little bit about yourself and your background. I started with the company over three years ago as an intern and have moved up the ladder through customer service, where I gained a lot of front line experience....

This is because Netflix geo-restricts users who don’t have a local IP address for a specific region. However, a premium VPN is like the perfect spy. A VPN can bypass all of Netflix’s geoblocks by tunneling your IP address through one of its UK servers. The Netflix catalog is unlocked and Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy is ready for viewing. Thankfully, there are VPNs out there that can’t get past the Netflix fortress....

Facebook’s acquisition of WhatsApp in 2014 left privacy experts and security-conscious users concerned. After all, Facebook and its 3rd party apps were involved in multiple security breaches, resulting in thousands of users’ private information being leaked. However, WhatsApp have always insisted that they are a separate app, dedicated to creating and maintaining a secure messaging service. That’s about to change. Facebook recently announced that they’re considering merging three separate messaging platforms....

Currently, the UK’s data protection laws draw from the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). However, it has expressed disappointment with the overall complexity of the regulation in the past. Following Brexit, lawmakers are seizing the opportunity to create what they call a more result-oriented and flexible data protection regime. It is currently unclear what exactly these reforms will entail, and concerns remain regarding the impact they would have on data flows between the EU and UK, and data protection for British citizens....

As part of the global fight against piracy, KickassTorrents is also banned in the UK and several other countries. So, does this mean Aussie torrenters can no longer use KickassTorrents? Definitely not! You can still access KickassTorrents in Australia if you use a VPN. It’s actually safer to torrent with a VPN even if your favorite source isn’t blocked. VPNs mask your IP address, granting you complete online anonymity. They also encrypt your internet traffic, so your ISP and other spies can’t see what you do online....

The Biden administration‘s new move slices U.S. involvement and investment with several Chinese tech companies, among the most notable being the world’s largest drone manufacturer, DJI. Part of a Broader Sweep of US Ties With China The Biden administration’s blacklist executive order already included approximately 60 Chinese groups for which U.S. investment and cooperation was barred back in June. This bar on American investment and cooperation with these companies took place because of the groups’ alleged connections with surveillance and military schemes....

The Commission noted that health apps collect sensitive health information, and therefore have a responsibility to protect it. This includes preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information. The Commission worries that these apps currently have very few privacy protections in place. Companies that fail to comply could face monetary penalties of up to $43,792 per violation per day. Apps Must Comply with Health Breach Notification Rule On Wednesday, September 15, the FTC issued a new policy statement stating that health apps must comply with the Health Breach Notification Rule....

Thankfully, there’s an easy way to access Crackle’s content. With a VPN, you can bypass Crackle’s geoblocks for unrestricted access from anywhere in the world. This article explains how to use a VPN to enjoy all of Crackle’s free movies and TV, no matter where you are. Why You Need a VPN to Watch Crackle The free service from Crackle is only available the users in the US, and there are geoblocks in place that prevent people from accessing the service outside the country....

F1 is returning to its traditional schedule for the first time since the Bahrain round at the Spanish GP this weekend. In the last round, Lewis Hamilton extended his championship lead over Max Verstappen by eight points at the Portuguese GP. This weekend, Verstappen will be looking at strategies to redeem himself. The rivalry hype between the Mercedes (Hamilton) and Red Bull (Verstappen) teams is set to continue at the Spanish GP as the race for the F1 world championship intensifies....

Here’s an easy guide you can follow to catch all the action: The matches will take place at the same time over two legs: the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals is on Thursday, April 28, at 8:00 p.m. BST, and the second takes place on Thursday, May 5, at 8:00 p.m. BST. For football fans, it really doesn’t get much better than the Europa League. We’ve got all the information you need to live stream the action from kick-off to the final whistle....