2.6 million Duolingo users’ accounts exposed in data leak
Duolingo, a popular language-learning app and site, suffered a data leak exposing more than 2.6 million user e-mail addresses...
Do I Need Antivirus on My Mac? Here’s What You Should Know
You’ve probably heard it before: “Macs don’t get viruses.” For years, Apple’s reputation for security has led users to believe their Macs are immune to malware, phishing, or other online threats. This belief isn’t entirely unfounded. macOS is a secure operating system with several built-in protections. But that doesn’t mean it’s bulletproof. In recent years,...
Urgent: macOS Sequoia 15.4.1, iOS 18.4.1, and more, address 2 zero-day vulnerabilities
Apple has just released critically urgent security updates—including macOS Sequoia 15.4.1 and iOS 18.4.1—to address two zero-day vulnerabilities that have been actively exploited in...
Is Private Browsing on Safari Really Private?
Many Mac and iPhone users rely on Safari’s Private Browsing mode to keep their online activity confidential. You might assume that opening a Private...
What to Do With an Old MacBook: 9 Smart Ways to Reuse Your Mac
If you've got an old Mac, you might be able to repurpose it to make it useful again. Here are several ideas on how...
Python Applications, Active & Hidden Malware Infection Vector on macOS
Executive Summary Since the release of macOS 12.3 (Monterey), Python has not been included with Apple’s operating system. This programming language, popular among developers and researchers for its versatility, was deemed unnecessary by Apple. Notably, even before its removal,...
