Looking for the best free VPNs? Check out our guide to find the most reliable and secure options for protecting your online privacy that won’t break the bank.

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The FCC bans new foreign-made routers over national security risks, a move that could reshape the US tech supply chain and impact pricing and availability.

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A newer DarkSword exploit leak makes hacking outdated iPhones easier, exposing hundreds of millions of devices to risk.

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A reported breach of P3 Global Intel exposed millions of anonymous crime and school safety tips, raising new concerns about privacy and trust.

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Navia Benefit Solutions says a data breach exposed personal and benefits data tied to 2.7 million people after weeks of unauthorized access.

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Google is adding a stricter sideloading process on Android, preserving app installs from outside Google Play while making scam-driven abuse harder.

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A Windows 11 security update triggered Microsoft app sign-in failures, prompting an emergency patch and a manual workaround for affected users.

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Discover the best VoIP routers for businesses in 2025. Easily compare range, transfer rates, connectivity types, price, and more.

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Security-conscious Mac users may need more protection than their built-in tools provide. Learn about the extra features and functionality offered by the best free antivirus software providers for Mac in 2026.

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Fake “trusted sender” labels can mislead users, as scammers embed them into email bodies to disguise phishing emails and create a false sense of security.

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See what you missed in Daily Tech Insider from March 16–20.

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Discover the best open-source password managers for Windows in 2026, and compare their features to find the right fit for your needs.

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Researchers uncover “DarkSword,” a powerful iPhone exploit targeting millions via compromised websites. Learn how it works and how to protect your device.

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Apple launches Background Security Improvements to fix vulnerabilities in real time, starting with a WebKit flaw affecting Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.

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Researchers reveal how Microsoft Copilot can be manipulated by prompt injection attacks to generate convincing phishing messages inside trusted AI summaries.

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OpenClaw is already running inside enterprises, often unnoticed. Learn why banning it fails and how CISOs must shift to data-centric AI governance.

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Microsoft says a Windows 11 issue tied to Samsung Galaxy Connect can block access to the C: drive and prevent key apps from opening.

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Meta will soon end Instagram’s end-to-end encrypted chats, citing low adoption and directing users to export affected messages.

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Microsoft releases an out-of-band hotpatch for critical Windows 11 RRAS vulnerabilities that could allow remote code execution through malicious remote servers.

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Android 17 beta is here. Here’s what is confirmed so far, what leaks suggest, and which rumored features may arrive later in 2026.

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Industrial systems face rising cyber threats as OT security lags modernization. A new survey reveals widespread breaches and growing risks to critical infrastructure.

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A MediaTek chip flaw could put up to 875 million Android phones at risk, exposing how a locked device can still be vulnerable below the surface.

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Google, Meta, Amazon, OpenAI, and others join a new voluntary accord to share signals, tighten safeguards, and fight online scams across platforms.

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Google patches two actively exploited Chrome vulnerabilities that could allow attackers to crash browsers or run malicious code. Billions of users urged to update.

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A vulnerability in Microsoft Authenticator for Android and iOS could expose login codes to malicious apps on the same device. Microsoft has released a patch.

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A security flaw in the Ally WordPress plugin used on more than 400,000 sites could allow attackers to extract sensitive data without logging in.

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A cyberattack disrupted global operations at medical device maker Stryker, knocking employees offline and raising concerns about destructive wiper attacks.

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Meta is rolling out new scam alerts across Facebook, WhatsApp, and Messenger as it ramps up AI-driven fraud detection and advertiser verification.

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Microsoft’s March Patch Tuesday fixes 78 vulnerabilities, including Office preview pane flaws, an Excel Copilot data leak risk, and an AI-discovered 9.8 severity bug.

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As enterprise AI agent adoption accelerates, a new study exposes a governance gap that leaves most organizations unable to stop their own systems

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Hackers are impersonating IT staff in Microsoft Teams to trick employees into installing malware, giving attackers stealthy access to corporate networks.

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Google’s $32 billion Wiz acquisition is nearing completion, marking a record Israeli tech exit and a major bet on cloud security.

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A fake Gemini-style chatbot is pushing a bogus Google Coin presale, using Google branding and scripted AI replies to lure victims into crypto payments.

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Attackers are using fake Claude Code install pages and malicious search ads to spread infostealer malware targeting Windows and macOS systems.

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Veeam’s Agent Commander turns backup into an AI-era command center, giving enterprises the guardrails, visibility, and precision “undo” they need to safely scale autonomous agents.

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The FBI is investigating suspicious cyber activity in a system used to process surveillance and wiretap warrants, raising concerns about security risks to sensitive data.

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LexisNexis confirmed a data breach after hackers leaked stolen files, with attackers claiming they exploited the React2Shell vulnerability.

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Bitwarden now supports passkey logins on Windows 11 for Microsoft Entra ID users, extending passwordless sign-ins to device authentication.

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Thousands of iPhones were compromised using the Coruna exploit kit, which chained 23 iOS vulnerabilities into advanced attacks used for espionage and cybercrime.

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Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is openly challenging how OpenAI describes its defense work, sharpening the debate over what AI “guardrails” really mean.

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Read our LastPass review covering pricing, security, features, pros and cons, and whether LastPass is safe or free.

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Researchers say a vulnerability in Perplexity’s Comet AI browser could expose local files and credentials through malicious calendar invites.

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Google’s March 2026 Android update patches 129 flaws, including an actively exploited Qualcomm zero-day, and urges users to install 2026-03-05.

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Motorola confirms a long-term partnership with GrapheneOS, signaling plans for privacy-focused smartphones that could arrive as early as 2027.

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A compromised Chrome extension with 7,000 users was updated to deploy malware, strip security headers, and steal cryptocurrency wallet seed phrases.

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Hacktivists claim they breached DHS systems, leaking records tied to 6,681 ICE contractor applicants, including major tech and defense firms.

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AWS says drone strikes damaged data center facilities in the UAE and Bahrain, disrupting and degrading dozens of cloud services across the Middle East.

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Hackers exploited a critical Cisco SD-WAN flaw, prompting a rare joint warning from the US, UK, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand.

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Oversecured flagged 1,575 flaws in 10 Android health apps with 14.7M installs, putting chats, CBT notes, and mood logs at risk, per BleepingComputer.

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