Beyond the screenshot: Why you should verify what you see WeLiveSecurity 30 July 2026 at 08:50 The screenshot may look convincing, but it doesnβt necessarily prove that the payment, booking or conversation is genuine
Inside the inbox: Why cybercriminals want to break into your email account WeLiveSecurity 29 June 2026 at 08:50 Your inbox is an identity system all of its own: whoever owns it may own a lot more
Foul play: Fake FIFA websites target soccer fans looking for World Cup tickets, merchandise WeLiveSecurity 22 May 2026 at 08:50 Watch out for bogus World Cup websites that mimic official ticket and merchandise flows to steal money and personal data
The quest for greater tech independence WeLiveSecurity 19 May 2026 at 08:50 A complete decoupling from US technology is neither realistic nor necessary, but the changing environment does require nations and companies to reassess their relationships and dependencies
Why geopolitical turmoil is a gift for scammers, and how to stay safe WeLiveSecurity 15 May 2026 at 08:50 Conflict is a boon for opportunistic fraudsters. Look out for their ploys.
Fixing the password problem is as easy as 123456 WeLiveSecurity 7 May 2026 at 07:00 How come itβs still possible to βsecureβ an online account with a six-digit string?
Digital assets after death: Managing risks to your loved oneβs digital estate WeLiveSecurity 1 April 2026 at 09:00 Fraudsters often target the accounts of the deceased or their grieving relatives. Hereβs how to keep the scammers at bay.
Move fast and save things: A quick guide to recovering a hacked account WeLiveSecurity 20 March 2026 at 10:00 What you do β and how fast β after an account is compromised often matters more than it may seem
A slippery slope: Beware of Winter Olympics scams and other cyberthreats WeLiveSecurity 2 February 2026 at 10:00 Itβs snow joke β sporting events are a big draw for cybercriminals. Make sure youβre not on the losing side by following these best practices.
Drowning in spam or scam emails? Hereβs probably why WeLiveSecurity 27 January 2026 at 10:00 Has your inbox recently been deluged with unwanted and even outright malicious messages? Here are 10 possible reasons β and how to stem the tide.
Old habits die hard: 2025βs most common passwords were as predictable as ever WeLiveSecurity 20 January 2026 at 10:00 Once again, data shows an uncomfortable truth: the habit of choosing eminently hackable passwords is alive and well
Credential stuffing: What it is and how to protect yourself WeLiveSecurity 8 January 2026 at 10:00 Reusing passwords may feel like a harmless shortcut β until a single breach opens the door to multiple accounts
How password managers can be hacked β and how to stay safe WeLiveSecurity 13 November 2025 at 10:00 Look no further to learn how cybercriminals could try to crack your vault and how you can keep your logins safe
In memoriam: David Harley WeLiveSecurity 7 November 2025 at 13:46 Former colleagues and friends remember the cybersecurity researcher, author, and mentor whose work bridged the human and technical sides of security