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Orange Polska successfully mitigated the largest Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attack in its history, which peaked at 1.5 terabits per second on December 24, 2025. Occurring on Christmas Eve, a time when network traffic is naturally elevated and security teams are often operating with reduced staffing, the assault exploited the lowered defensive posture to maximize disruption. … The post s appeared first on r.

Oliver Hayes

The US Department of Justice has finalized a $10 million civil penalty against Disney for violations of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), marking the formal resolution of allegations that the media giant unlawfully collected data from children on YouTube without obtaining parental consent. The court-approved settlement follows a complaint filed by the DOJ … The post e appeared first on r.

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Two former cybersecurity professionals have admitted to operating on the other side of the digital battlefield, using the ALPHV ransomware to extort US victims for personal gain. On December 30, 2025, a federal court in the Southern District of Florida accepted guilty pleas from Ryan Goldberg, 40, of Georgia, and Kevin Martin, 36, of Texas. … The post s appeared first on r.

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A new device requires protection from cyber threats, and built-in security settings are not enough for that. The number of threats targeting mac security grows continuously, so how to keep your computer safe? We prepared tips on how to protect your device and data easily when you set up your new Mac. Let’s explore what security apps to install to increase your computer’s safety.  6 Best Mac Security Apps These applications are essential for Mac owners who care about the security of their new devices and private data. Checking your macOS settings isn’t enough today, as only powerful tools can protect you from modern cyber threats. And c will help you capture any bugs and errors to consult with a...

Daniel Wright

All Mac users have Safari pre-installed as their default browsing application. While you can switch to another browser for internet use should you wish to do so, some users actually prefer the user interface and functionalities that Safari provides.  What follows in this article are 6 Safari Tips that Mac users can keep in mind to enhance their browsing experience on the app.  Tip#1: Use the Autofill feature for quick and easy login times You can find the Autofill feature by going to Preferences and selecting Autofill. Whenever you enter any kind of login information, you will be prompted to save that data for autofill purposes in the future.  You can also manually edit what kind of autofill data you...

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A slow computer is quite frustrating as it puts a halt on overall performance. Though some of the reasons that make your computer sluggish seem to be complex, they are sometimes easy to repair, and you fix them reading this article even if you lack technical skills.  Computer Doesn’t Turn on One of the most common problems you face with your computer is failure to turn on the device. This is annoying when you are working on an important project or have to complete a presentation by evening.  If you are using a desktop, make sure that all the power cables are plugged in properly. On laptops, ensure that the battery is charged or connect the charger. The possibilities are...

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One of the most confusing errors you could get is the WiFi connected but no internet access error. This error could be due to your operating system settings or router issues/problems. Getting this kind of error could sometimes be frustrating and dreadful. We totally understand this which is why through this article, we shall provide you a step by step guide on how to solve this issue/problem.  Where to look? There are two possible areas where the problem could root from whenever you get the network error issue. We suggest that you look at your: Router Your device itself If all of your devices that are connected to your internet are all not working, there is a huge possibility that...

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