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Bcrypt, a Popular Password Hashing Algorithm, Starts Its Long Goodbye

By Lily Hay Newman — May 25th 2023 at 19:55
The coinventor of “bcrypt” is reflecting on the ubiquitous function’s 25 years and channeling cybersecurity’s core themes into electronic dance music.
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How ChatGPT—and Bots Like It—Can Spread Malware

By David Nield — April 19th 2023 at 11:00
Generative AI is a tool, which means it can be used by cybercriminals, too. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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The East Palestine, Ohio Train Derailment Created a Perfect TikTok Storm

By Amanda Hoover — February 15th 2023 at 21:38
The social media platform helped push the story into the mainstream while also fueling misinformation and conspiracy theories.
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The Untold Story of a Crippling Ransomware Attack

By Matt Burgess — January 30th 2023 at 12:00
More than two years ago, criminals crippled the systems of London’s Hackney Council. It's still fighting to recover.
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How to Protect Yourself If Your School Uses Surveillance Tech

By Pia Ceres — October 10th 2022 at 11:00
Colleges and K-12 campuses increasingly monitor student emails, social media, and more. Here’s how to secure your (or your child’s) privacy.
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This Chatbot Aims to Steer People Away From Child Abuse Material

By Matt Burgess — September 28th 2022 at 06:00
Pornhub is trialing a new automated tool that pushes CSAM-searchers to seek help for their online behavior. Will it work?
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The Low Threshold for Face Recognition in New Delhi

By Varsha Bansal — August 21st 2022 at 11:00
Police in India's capital say they only require an 80 percent accuracy rate for matches, raising new alarm bells for civil liberty advocates.
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