Blog #Hacking

Most of the platforms that require passwords for sign ups and sign ins have always emphasized on the need for strong passwords and for a good reason. Passwords have been for decades an entry point for hackers. Whether it’s from initial access malware looking to open up networks for ransomware attacks, public databases containing hundreds of millions of stolen plaintext credentials, or state-sponsored threat actors with spying on their minds. Nobody can say they are unaware of the dangers of weak or reused passwords, but what about your PIN code? Let’s delve in…

A lot of us use WiFi or have certainly used one before, well the bad news is a WiFi network is one of the most vulnerable networks in the digital world not to mention the public WiFis. Attackers can steal personal information from passwords to social accounts take a pick. With the lucrative business of the online criminal empires on the rise being protected online has never been more essential. Wi-Fi Pineapples trick you into connecting to fake networks, in an attempt to compromise your security and data. Normally you would protect yourself by avoiding public Wi-Fis but since you might need to use the WiFi using VPNs, and watching for suspicious activity might just be the start. So what should you do to protect yourself.

By now everyone knows or may have heard of WhatsApp for PC to use on computer just like your movie app. Meta warned Windows users to update the WhatsApp messaging app to the latest version to patch a vulnerability that can let attackers execute malicious code on their devices. Described as a spoofing issue and tracked as CVE-2025-30401, this security flaw can be exploited by attackers by sending maliciously crafted files with altered file types to potential targets. Meta says the vulnerability impacted all WhatsApp versions and has been fixed with the release of WhatsApp 2.2450.6. So what did it actually do and were you affected?

How a simple double-click can quietly give hackers access to your accounts. Nowadays, double-clicking on something on a website without thinking can set you up for hackers to reach your information but that’s not just it, even your Smart TV can be vulnerable to hacking. A new hacking trick called "doubleclickjacking" turns your ordinary action into a sneaky way for attackers to take control of your account or change your device settings. So how is this attack carried out, how to prevent it and if you happen to be a victim of it what steps to take? Let’s find out.

​Online safety doesn’t have to be complicated. With some simple steps, you can easily protect your PC from malware and safeguard your personal data with very little extra effort. The best part? None of these tips cost money. In fact, most important security tools you need are completely free. You can keep yourself and your PC safe online without spending a single dime. Here’s how.

User data and personal information has never been more important in history than the current times we live in, with it being used for targeted ads, selling you things, getting ransomware payments and a whole lot more. Getting hacked can feel overwhelming, but it’s important not to let despair paralyze you and prevent you from taking action. Hackers use various tactics to gain access to your information. It could be a phishing link, a malware-infected file or a scammer posing as an expert offering to fix your computer. The methods are ever evolving. Some attacks involve stolen passwords or identity theft, but regardless of the methods used there are steps you can take to minimize the damage.

Explore the various Wi-Fi hacking techniques and understand the implications for network security.

In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, concerns about the security of personal information have become more prominent than ever. Phone hacking, once perceived as the domain of skilled hackers and cybercriminals, is now a topic that raises questions about its simplicity, the methods employed, and the measures one can take to prevent falling victim to such intrusions.

WhatsApp was founded in February 2009 by Brian Acton and Jan Koum, former employees of Yahoo!. In January 2009, after Koum purchased an iPhone, he and Acton decided to create an app for the App Store. It has grown to become the most popular private messaging app.