The rise of remote work has brought about not just increased employer surveillance but also a surge in the use of stalkerware. In our exploration, we’ll delve into what stalkerware is, its various types, and…
Tag: cybersecurity
Unraveling Log4Shell: ForestVPN’s Shield Against the Internet’s Security Meltdown
Hey there, internet wanderers! We’ve got some breaking news that’s hotter than a freshly brewed cup of coffee. You’ve probably heard about the Log4Shell chaos that’s been turning the cyber world upside down. Well, fear…
Unlocking the Vault: A Guide to Fortifying Your Online Banking Security
In the age of digital transactions, our online banking details are the crown jewels we need to safeguard. Losing access to our accounts even for a short time can have serious repercussions, affecting everything from…
Zendesk’s Security Slip: A Tale of Vulnerabilities and Solutions
Greetings, cyber warriors! Today, we embark on a thrilling journey through the intricacies of Zendesk’s security slip, as disclosed by Aaron E., the maestro behind the curtains of ForestVPN’s cybersecurity realm. The Bug’s Backstory Let’s…
Explaining HTTP and HTTPS: A Journey into Internet Security
If you’ve been navigating the digital seas for a while, you’ll likely remember the era when every web address required a manual “http://” prefix. Fast forward to today, and browsers automatically add this protocol, with…
Dark Side of AI: Threats to Identity, Privacy, and Creativity
In a world dominated by rapid advancements in AI and machine learning, the landscape of our digital existence is undergoing a seismic shift. As we marvel at the capabilities of these technologies, questions arise about…
Can Someone Really Find Your IP Address from an Email?
We’ve all received emails that make us do a double-take—especially when it comes to the sender’s identity. But what if we told you that an IP address hidden within an email could reveal more about…
What ForestVPN Hides and How It Provides Digital Anonymity
In a world where online privacy is as elusive as a shadow, VPNs emerge as the unsung heroes, offering users a cloak of invisibility in the vast digital realm. Today, we embark on a journey…
How to Disable a VPN on Any Device
So, you’ve got ForestVPN set up on your device, adding that extra layer of privacy and security to your online escapades. But hey, there are times when you might want to take a breather from…
The Dark Side of Number Recycling: A Playground for Cyber Attacks
In a world where we’re constantly changing, upgrading, and moving forward, our old phone numbers often get left behind. Little do we know, these discarded digits become the unsuspecting victims of a digital underworld. Today,…