By hardening iMessage in iOS 14, the company has effectively cut off what had been an increasingly popular line of attack.
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Fleeing WhatsApp for Privacy? Don’t Turn to Telegram
Because the chat app doesn’t encrypt conversations by default—or at all for group chats—security professionals often warn against it.
North Korea Targets—and Dupes—a Slew of Cybersecurity Pros
The sweeping campaign took advantage of the collaborative spirit among researchers, with an unknown number of victims.
The Truth About North Korea’s Ultra-Lockdown Against Covid-19
The country has turned inward more than ever, leaving the true impact of the pandemic a mystery.
Parler Finds a Reprieve in Russia—but Not a Solution
The far-right platform still hasn’t found a US-based home. Where it lands could have serious consequences for its users’ privacy.
CES Liveblog: Smart Home, Workout Tech, and So Many TVs
The consumer tech show is virtual this year, and the WIRED Gear crew is watching all the Zooms to bring you up-to-the-minute highlights of news from CES.
WhatsApp Has Shared Your Data With Facebook for Years
A pop-up notification has alerted the messaging app’s users to a practice that’s been in place since 2016.
Ditch Your Data-Hungry Apps for These Privacy-Focused Swaps
From messaging to maps, many popular apps slurp up your data to sell you ads. There’s a better way.
Instagram’s Shift in Focus Is a Reminder of the Risk in Building Businesses on Someone Else’s Land
With the news that Instagram’s focus has shifted to be far less centered around images, many photographers who have spent years building their following and brand on the app are left out in the cold. This isn’t the first, nor will it be the last time you are reminded of the dangers of building a large part of your business on someone else’s platform.
