How to Protect Your DNS Privacy Settings
To protect your DNS privacy settings, you need to switch from your ISP's default DNS resolver to an encrypted alternative using DNS over HTTPS (DoH) or...
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Steve is a cyber journalist and the lead editor at Data Breach Radar.
What Happens When ISP Data Is Breached
When an ISP's data is breached, the fallout is uniquely severe because internet service providers hold an extraordinarily detailed picture of their...
How to Secure Your Home Network Properly
Securing your home network properly starts with three foundational steps: upgrading your router's encryption to WPA3, changing all default credentials,...
Signs Your Router Has Been Compromised
Your router is compromised when an attacker has gained unauthorized access to it — and the signs are usually hiding in plain sight.
How to Protect Your Browsing History Online
The most effective way to protect your browsing history online is to use a combination of tools: a reputable VPN, a privacy-focused browser or browser...
What to Do If Your Internet Provider Is Hacked
If your internet service provider has been hacked, the first thing you need to do is change your passwords — starting with your ISP account itself, then...
How to Recognize Tech Support Scams After Breaches
The most reliable way to recognize a tech support scam after a data breach is to remember one rule: legitimate companies do not contact you.
Best Privacy Settings for Google Accounts
The best privacy settings for a Google account start with one toggle: Web & App Activity. Turning it off at Google Account > Data & Privacy > Web & App...
How to Protect Your Call History Privacy
To protect your call history privacy, start by locking down your phone account with a PIN or passcode, disabling call log syncing to cloud services you...
What Information Do Telecom Breaches Expose
Telecom breaches expose an unusually broad and sensitive category of personal data, ranging from call and text metadata to Social Security numbers,...