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According to Pew, three-in-ten U.S. adults say they have used a dating site or app. That number climbs to 53% for people under the age of 30. More and more people are turning to digital platforms to find love and companionship or simply to expand their social circles. However, as the popularity of online dating grows, so do the potential risks associated with it. From privacy concerns to identity theft, the digital dating world can be fraught with peril if you’re not careful. But fear not, by following a few simple guidelines, you can navigate the online dating scene safely and securely.
This article is for you or anyone you know who may be hopping onto an online dating app like Match, Bumble, Plenty of Fish, eHarmony, Tinder, or OkCupid. Think of it as an advice column of a different sort, where we talk about dating in light of your online privacy and safety.
For starters, we have a couple of previous blogs that offer sound advice about online dating. The first covers ways you can protect your privacy when you’re using online dating apps, which starts with picking a dating app that has a good reputation. The second rounds out the topic with further online dating advice for adults and teens alike. Give them a look!
It starts with basic hygiene. Digital hygiene, that is. Before you dive into a dating app, ensure that your device (and all your connected devices while you’re at it) has a comprehensive security solution in place. As you surf, chat, and meet up online, you’ll want to know that you’re protected against malware, viruses, phishing attacks, sketchy links, and so forth. Other features will come in handy (and be necessary as well), like ones that help you manage your passwords, protect your identity, safeguard your privacy, and more—all of which we’ll talk about in a bit.
Picking the right app is like picking the right date. From a security standpoint, these apps are the keepers of highly personal information about you, so you’ll want to know how they handle data, what privacy protections are in place, what information they gather when you first sign up, and what they continue to gather as you use the app. Do your research. Read up on their privacy policies. See what other people have to say about their experiences. And get a sense of what the app is all about. What’s its approach to dating? What kind of relationships are they focusing on? Make sure all of it feels right to you.
Only give the app the information that’s absolutely necessary to sign up. Dating apps ask questions so that they can help you find an ideal match, yet only share what you feel comfortable sharing. This is true from a personal standpoint, but it’s true from a security standpoint too. Anything you share along those lines could be at risk of a hack or a breach, the likes of which were reported by Wired and Forbes last year. If your info is compromised, it could lead to anywhere from identity theft to harassment, so when you use a dating app, keep the sharing to a minimum—and keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious activity across your social media, online accounts, and even your finances.
Another password to remember! That’s just what you need, right? Right! It absolutely is, and a strong one is vital. You can create one and manage all of your passwords with McAfee+’s password manager. It’ll encrypt your passwords and use multi-factor authentication, which offers even further protection from hacks and attacks on your account.
You can help keep your chats more private, and just about anything else you’re doing online, by using a VPN (virtual private network). For example, our VPN uses bank-level encryption to keep your personal data and activities private from hackers. And it’ll hide other information associated with your dating account while you’re online, like personal details, credit card numbers, and so forth. Given the security risks we’ve talked about so far, you’ll want to look into a VPN.
If you’re not using a VPN on your device, don’t use your dating app on public Wi-Fi. The issue is this: plenty of public Wi-Fi hotspots aren’t secure. Someone else on the network could easily intercept the information you send over it, including your passwords, any photos you share, and any chats you have. In other words, using public Wi-Fi without protection is like opening a door that leads right to you and your most personal data. This applies to everything on public Wi-Fi, not just dating apps. If you use public Wi-Fi at all, you really should use a VPN.
In the ever-evolving landscape of online dating, safeguarding your privacy and security is paramount. By implementing strategies such as using strong passwords, employing a reliable VPN, and exercising caution on public Wi-Fi, you can navigate the digital dating sphere with confidence. Remember, your safety and privacy are non-negotiable priorities in the pursuit of love and companionship online.
The post How to Safely Date Online appeared first on McAfee Blog.
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A walkthrough of using Ghidra to produce a GDB script for tracing function calls.
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The Freeway features: - Network monitor - Deauth attack - Beacon Flood - Packet Fuzzer - Network Audit - Channel Hopper
There are now over 5 billion active social media users worldwide, representing 62.3% of the global population. While social networks serve as valuable tools for staying connected with loved ones and documenting life events, the ease of sharing information raises concerns. With a mere few clicks, posts and messages can inadvertently divulge significant personal details, potentially compromising privacy and leaving individuals vulnerable to identity theft. That’s why it’s crucial to make sure you’ve got the know-how to keep your privacy protected while using these platforms.
To empower you in this digital age, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide featuring ten essential tips to fortify your online security and preserve your privacy on social networks:
Whether you’re a seasoned social media user or just dipping your toes into the digital waters, these strategies will equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to safeguard your online identity effectively. With the added support of McAfee+, you can ensure an extra layer of security to keep your online presence more secure and private through advanced privacy features, 24/7 identity monitoring and alerts, and real-time protection against viruses, hackers, and risky links.
The post How to Protect Yourself on Social Networks appeared first on McAfee Blog.
It used to be the case that only businesses used virtual private networks (VPNs) to connect securely to the internet and keep their private data safe. But these days, with the rapid growth of online threats and privacy concerns, even casual internet users should seriously consider using a VPN. Nearly 30% of people now use VPNs for personal reasons, and that number is only growing as more people learn about how VPNs offer an effective way to safeguard online privacy, enhance security, and protect against various cyber threats.
If you are not familiar with this technology, a VPN essentially allows you to send and receive data across a public network as if it were a private network that encrypts, or scrambles, your information so others cannot read it. Let’s take a look at the top 3 reasons why a VPN could come in handy for you.
Now that you know why having a personal VPN is so useful, here are a few tips to help you choose the right product for you:
The post Why You Need a Personal VPN appeared first on McAfee Blog.
Subdomain takeover is a common vulnerability that allows an attacker to gain control over a subdomain of a target domain and redirect users intended for an organization's domain to a website that performs malicious activities, such as phishing campaigns, stealing user cookies, etc. It occurs when an attacker gains control over a subdomain of a target domain. Typically, this happens when the subdomain has a CNAME in the DNS, but no host is providing content for it. Subhunter takes a given list of Subdomains" title="Subdomains">subdomains and scans them to check this vulnerability.
Download from releases
Build from source:
FreshRSS 
$ git clone https://github.com/Nemesis0U/Subhunter.git
$ go build subhunter.go
Usage of subhunter:
-l string
File including a list of hosts to scan
-o string
File to save results
-t int
Number of threads for scanning (default 50)
-timeout int
Timeout in seconds (default 20)
./Subhunter -l subdomains.txt -o test.txt
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A fast subdomain takeover tool
Created by Nemesis
Loaded 88 fingerprints for current scan
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[+] Nothing found at www.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at testauth.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at apple-maps-app-clip.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at about.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at beta.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at ewp.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothi ng found at edgetest.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at guest.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Google Cloud: Possible takeover found at testauth.ubereats.com: Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at info.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at learn.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at merchants.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at guest-beta.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at merchant-help.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at merchants-beta.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at merchants-staging.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at messages.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at order.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at restaurants.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at payments.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
[+] Nothing found at static.ubereats.com: Not Vulnerable
Subhunter exiting...
Results written to test.txt
