January 21 FBI warns QR code phishing used in North Korean cyber spying The North Korean hacking group Kimsuky is using QR code phishing to target Americans with fake questionnaires and malicious websites, the FBI warns.
January 20 Illinois DHS data breach exposes 700K residents' records Illinois residents affected by DHS breach can take protective steps, including credit freezes, identity monitoring and password management to prevent fraud.
January 19 Apple warns millions of iPhones are exposed to attack Apple iPhone security flaw affects 800 million devices as only half of users updated to iOS 26.2 to fix critical Safari and WebKit vulnerabilities.
January 16 January scams surge: Why fraud spikes at the start of the year January scams surge as criminals exploit updated personal data from brokers, targeting consumers with fake account verification and tax notices during peak financial season.
January 13 5 simple tech tips to improve digital privacy Privacy tips for iPhone and Android users reveal built-in phone settings to reduce tracking and limit data sharing without advanced technical expertise.
January 13 Teen hackers recruited through fake job ads Criminal network "The Com" uses fake job posts to recruit teens for cybercrime, with recent arrests including 19-year-old Thalha Jubair accused of $115 million attacks.
January 12 Why your Android TV box may secretly be a part of a botnet Security researchers warn Android TV streaming boxes promising free channels may secretly hijack home internet connections for proxy networks and criminal activity.
January 10 Covenant Health data breach affects nearly 500,000 patients Covenant Health detected a cyberattack May 26, 2025, but attackers accessed patient information starting May 18, prompting credit monitoring offers.
January 9 Why January is the best time to remove personal data online Scammers reset their target lists every January using refreshed data broker profiles. Learn why this month is crucial for protecting your personal information.
January 8 Hackers abuse Google Cloud to send trusted phishing emails Cybercriminals allegedly sent 9,000+ phishing emails using Google Cloud tools, targeting 3,200 organizations by exploiting legitimate automation features.