Remote working: This new Microsoft VPN aims to make your mobile devices more secure
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Microsoft has delivered a managed VPN for mobile devices -- using a Linux container.
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Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Microsoft has delivered a managed VPN for mobile devices -- using a Linux container.
Malwarebytes
APRIL 3, 2025
Up to one in five of the most popular mobile VPNs for iOS last year are owned by Chinese companies that do their best to hide the fact. Mobile VPNs are apps that connect your smartphone to the internet via different computers around the world. The company developed several mobile apps for Innovative Connecting Pte.
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Tech Republic Security
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Mozilla now offers a VPN service that protects Windows and mobile devices, and soon your Linux and macOS desktops. Jack Wallen shows you how to use the new offering.
Tech Republic Security
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
Mozilla now offers a VPN service that protects Windows and mobile devices, and soon your Linux and macOS desktops. Jack Wallen shows you how to use the new offering.
Webroot
MAY 9, 2025
Photo credit: TextMagic Mobile security checklist Most of us use our phones for everything – banking, shopping, messaging, and storing personal information. Here are some tips to help you strengthen your mobile security against text scams and other types of fraud. Always take a moment to think critically before acting.
Tech Republic Security
JULY 9, 2023
When you think of VPNs, chances are pretty good your thoughts go to the tried and true virtual private networks of old, which made it possible for you to securely connect to your company network (from a remote location) such that your local computer behaved as if it were within the company LAN.
Malwarebytes
MARCH 11, 2021
Virtual Private Networks ( VPN s) are popular but often misunderstood. VPNs are for illegal activity. Some people think that VPNs are only useful for doing things like torrenting, accessing geo-locked content, or getting around work/school/government firewalls. I don’t need a mobile VPN.
Google Security
APRIL 15, 2021
Posted by Brooke Davis and Eugene Liderman, Android Security and Privacy Team With all of the challenges from this past year, users have become increasingly dependent on their mobile devices to create fitness routines, stay connected with loved ones, work remotely, and order things like groceries with ease.
Schneier on Security
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022
One hundred twenty-seven apps varied in what the apps were allowed to access on users’ mobile phones, 49 of which had additional permissions deemed “dangerous” by Google. Three VPN apps enable clear text communication in some countries, which allows unauthorized access to users’ communications.
The Hacker News
JULY 7, 2024
Apple removed a number of virtual private network (VPN) apps in Russia from its App Store on July 4, 2024, following a request by Russia's state communications watchdog Roskomnadzor, Russian news media reported. It's worth noting that NordVPN previously shut
Malwarebytes
MARCH 3, 2021
Detailed credentials for more than 21 million mobile VPN app users were swiped and advertised for sale online last week, offered by a cyber thief who allegedly stole user data collected by the VPN apps themselves. So this is a mess, and a timely reminder of why trust in a VPN provider is so crucial. Past VPN errors.
Security Affairs
APRIL 19, 2025
Threat actors are actively exploiting a remote code execution flaw in SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances since January 2025. Arctic Wolf researchers warn that threat actors actively exploit a vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2021-20035 (CVSS score of 7.1), in SonicWall Secure Mobile Access (SMA) since at least January 2025.
The Hacker News
MAY 8, 2025
SonicWall has released patches to address three security flaws affecting SMA 100 Secure Mobile Access (SMA) appliances that could be fashioned to result in remote code execution.
Krebs on Security
AUGUST 19, 2020
But one increasingly brazen group of crooks is taking your standard phishing attack to the next level, marketing a voice phishing service that uses a combination of one-on-one phone calls and custom phishing sites to steal VPN credentials from employees. Most targeted employees are working from home or can be reached on a mobile device.
Krebs on Security
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
technology companies between 2021 and 2023, including LastPass , MailChimp , Okta , T-Mobile and Twilio. Some SMS phishing messages told employees their VPN credentials were expiring and needed to be changed; other phishing messages advised employees about changes to their upcoming work schedule. com and ouryahoo-okta[.]com.
Krebs on Security
AUGUST 21, 2020
The advisory came less than 24 hours after KrebsOnSecurity published an in-depth look at a crime group offering a service that people can hire to steal VPN credentials and other sensitive data from employees working remotely during the Coronavirus pandemic. authenticate the phone call before sensitive information can be discussed.
Tech Republic Security
DECEMBER 8, 2023
Connect and protect your whole team with this mini router that offers 10,000 sq ft coverage and a built-in VPN for the low price of $599.99.
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 15, 2021
We all know that our cell phones constantly give our location away to our mobile network operators; that’s how they work. The players are the user, a traditional mobile network operator (MNO) like AT&T or Verizon, and a new mobile virtual network operator (MVNO). A group of researchers has figured out a way to fix that.
Security Boulevard
APRIL 3, 2025
is the shady entity behind a clutch of free VPN appswith over a million downloads. The post App Stores OKed VPNs Run by China PLA appeared first on Security Boulevard. Bad Apple: Chinese firm banned by the U.S.
The Hacker News
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Google is rolling out a new banner to highlight the "Independent security review" badge in the Play Store's Data safety section for Android VPN apps that have undergone a Mobile Application Security Assessment (MASA) audit.
eSecurity Planet
JANUARY 26, 2022
A VPN protocol creates the tunnels that your traffic travels through when you use a VPN to keep your communications private. WireGuard and OpenVPN are two popular open-source VPN protocols that businesses and users can choose from when they sign up for a VPN service. Also Read: VPN Security Risks: Best Practices for 2022.
CyberSecurity Insiders
AUGUST 6, 2021
Most VPNs are user-friendly and are created with well-detailed guides which are navigable by nearly anyone, even a technology illiterate individual. Therefore, aside from ensuring your network is secured, a VPN is usually very easy to maneuver around, and unlike what most people assume, VPNs are not meant for tech-savvy individuals alone.
Malwarebytes
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
VPNs have been a subject of deliberation for a long time. I think the pandemic has made it clear that, yes, using a VPN is useful, even necessary, most especially for those working remotely. We’re going to take a look at free VPNs and paid VPNs in general. The honest free VPN. The mystery free VPN.
Security Boulevard
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
In conjunction with Black Hat last month, BlackCloak announced the forthcoming rollout of our new VPN (virtual private network) service. The VPN officially rolled out to all members last week. Our VPN can now be conveniently accessed directly from the BlackCloak mobile and desktop applications.
Malwarebytes
APRIL 1, 2024
Researchers at HUMAN’s Satori Threat Intelligence have discovered a disturbing number of VPN apps that turn users’ devices into proxies for cybercriminals without their knowledge, as part of a camapign called PROXYLIB. The affected apps can be uninstalled using a mobile device’s uninstall functionality.
Hot for Security
JUNE 14, 2021
While some security experts might seem over-zealous shouting about the dangers, the vast majority of warnings about mobile security threats are indeed justified. Stalkerware is another big issue on mobile platforms. Mobile threats are in no way a myth. Stay protected with Bitdefender Mobile Security.
Webroot
JANUARY 25, 2022
If you’ve considered using a virtual private network (VPN) at all, it’s likely to establish a secure connection while working remotely or to connect to public networks. But privacy enthusiasts appreciate the benefits of a VPN even from the comfort of their own homes. The VPN basics. Why would one want to use a VPN?
Security Affairs
MAY 29, 2024
Check Point released hotfixes for a VPN zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-24919, which is actively exploited in attacks in the wild. Check Point released hotfixes to address a VPN zero-day vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2024-24919 , which is actively being exploited in attacks in the wild.
Security Affairs
FEBRUARY 20, 2025
The Orange Cyberdefense CERT investigated four attackers with a similar initial access vector consisting of thecompromise of a Check Point VPN appliance. The experts believe threat actors exploited the zero-dayCVE-2024-24919 in Check Point Security Gateways with Remote Access VPN or Mobile Access features.
Security Affairs
JUNE 17, 2021
Iran-linked Ferocious Kitten APT group used instant messaging apps and VPN software like Telegram and Psiphon to deliver Windows RAT and spy on targets’ devices. Experts also spotted a tainted version of the Psiphon tool, an open-source VPN software used to evade internet censorship. Pierluigi Paganini.
Schneier on Security
DECEMBER 4, 2018
To remain anonymous and secure on the Internet, invest in a Virtual Private Network account, but remember, the bad guys are very smart, so by the time this column runs, they may have figured out a way to hack into a VPN. I think twice about accessing my online bank account from a pubic Wi-Fi network, and I do use a VPN regularly.
Hot for Security
JUNE 15, 2021
Our mobile devices are not just a means to communicate with others. Mobile security is often overlooked by many technology users, who dismiss the reality of security risks brought by careless interactions with the digital world. Threat actors know that users often behave recklessly with their smart devices. Back up data.
CSO Magazine
NOVEMBER 3, 2022
A new espionage campaign, dubbed SandStrike, has been detected using malicious VPN apps to load spyware on Android devices, cybersecurity company Kaspersky reports. To read this article in full, please click here
Schneier on Security
JANUARY 11, 2022
Some European cell phone carriers , and now T-Mobile , are blocking Apple’s Private Relay anonymous browsing feature. This could be an interesting battle to watch. Slashdot thread.
Duo's Security Blog
JANUARY 11, 2024
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eSecurity Planet
AUGUST 27, 2024
A virtual private network (VPN) does more than just mask your identity—it fundamentally changes how your data moves across the internet. But what’s really going on under the hood when you browse the web using a VPN? Step 3: Data Transmission to the VPN Server The encrypted data is then transmitted to the VPN server.
Identity IQ
OCTOBER 17, 2023
Should You Always Use a VPN? IdentityIQ Using a virtual private network (VPN) can help keep you safe and anonymous online. It’s a good idea to always keep your VPN active for maximum protection, but there are certain scenarios when you might need to temporarily shut it off. Here’s what you need to know about VPNs.
Security Affairs
AUGUST 28, 2023
A security researcher demonstrated how to discover a target’s IP address by sending a link over the Skype mobile app. The security researcher Yossi discovered that is possible to discover a target’s IP address by sending a link over the Skype mobile app. The problem only impacts the Skype mobile app.
Bleeping Computer
OCTOBER 11, 2022
Mullvad VPN has discovered that Android leaks traffic every time the device connects to a WiFi network, even if the "Block connections without VPN," or "Always-on VPN," features is enabled. [.].
The Last Watchdog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2023
26, 2023 — The Internet Infrastructure Coalition (i2Coalition) launched the VPN Trust Initiative (VTI) in 2020 to establish a baseline for how virtual private network (VPN) providers should operate. For more detailed information on each of these principles and how to get the VPN Trust Seal, please visit the VTI website.
CyberSecurity Insiders
MARCH 21, 2023
However, with so many VPN providers available, it can be challenging to choose the best VPN for your needs. In this article, we will guide you through the process of choosing the best VPN for your needs. The first step in choosing the best VPN is to determine your needs. Or do you need a VPN for general internet use?
Malwarebytes
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) feature caused a significant upset in the mobile advertising industry. Try Malwarebytes Privacy VPN. Its not hard to see why this is scary. When introduced in April 2021, it allowed users to opt out of being tracked across apps and websites.
Bleeping Computer
MARCH 26, 2024
Over 15 free VPN apps on Google Play were found using a malicious software development kit that turned Android devices into unwitting residential proxies, likely used for cybercrime and shopping bots. [.]
Zero Day
OCTOBER 28, 2024
With this AdGuard VPN deal, you can enjoy the benefits of a privacy-enhancing VPN on your mobile devices for the next five years for the equivalent of less than a dollar a month.
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