Category Archives: Data Protection
BitLocker Encryption Bypass: Understanding the GreatXML Zero-Day
New GreatXML zero-day research claims a BitLocker encryption bypass via the Windows Recovery Environment; learn the risks and how to secure your system. Continue reading
End-to-End Encryption in Collaborative Tools: ASML Launches Encrypted Spaces
The Applied Social Media Lab introduces Encrypted Spaces, a new open-source project bringing robust end-to-end encryption to multi-user collaborative web applications. Continue reading
BitLocker Bypass Vulnerability YellowKey Patched by Microsoft
Microsoft has released a patch for the YellowKey BitLocker bypass vulnerability, which allowed unauthorized access to encrypted data via the Windows Recovery Environment. Continue reading
Automated Password Rotation: Apple Intelligence Enhances iOS 27 Security
Apple is set to launch automated password rotation in iOS 27, using agentic AI to autonomously secure weak credentials and protect users from data breaches. Continue reading
Dashlane Data Breach: Hackers Bypass 2FA to Target Encrypted Vaults
A recent Dashlane data breach allowed attackers to bypass 2FA and access encrypted user vaults. Learn how this incident impacts security and why upgrading to phishing-resistant MFA is critical. Continue reading
Microsoft Edge Deprecates Master Password for Biometric Security
Microsoft Edge has officially retired its master password feature, mandating the use of Windows Hello and biometric authentication to secure user data. Continue reading
Dashlane Security Breach Reports: Users Locked Out After Brute-Force Attack
A recent Dashlane security breach attempt triggered automated account lockouts, protecting user vaults from a coordinated brute-force attack campaign. Continue reading
Device Bound Session Credentials: How Chrome Prevents Cookie Theft
Google has officially launched Device Bound Session Credentials to protect users against session hijacking and cookie-based 2FA bypass attacks. Continue reading
Vaultjacking Phishing Attack: How Hackers Steal Google Password Manager Vaults
Discover how the dangerous Vaultjacking phishing technique bypasses Google security to steal credential vaults and how you can protect your accounts. Continue reading