Last year, hackers used Mirai malware to launch strategically distributed denial of service attacks. The malware has been updated and is now attacking routers. We've got details on how the attack works and what you should do next to stay protected.

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Extensions let you customize your browser and add powerful new features. But not all extensions are helpful. Some can even be harmful, tracking you across the internet, hogging bandwidth or worse. Google recently removed five malicious extensions from the Chrome Webs Store, but they may still be on your device. Here's how to find and delete them.

Cybersecurity researchers found SharkBot malware hiding in seemingly ordinary apps in an official app store. The previous version of SharkBot tricks you into entering login details to social media networks, but the new version targets banking apps. Here's everything you need to know.

Data is the lifeblood of companies like Amazon, and with its recent purchase of iRobot, the retail juggernaut now has access to every Roomba smart vac out there. Some models contain sensors and cameras to avoid obstacles, while others can map your entire home. We'll show you how to opt out of these invasive practices.

SimpliSafe is an award-winning home security system, so you know it’s engineered with the latest technology you want to keep your family safe. But what really sets SimpliSafe apart is its people: Highly trained security experts who are always there for you when you need them most.

When you need them most, SimpliSafe is there 24/7 with experts trained to not only keep you safe but to make you feel safe. It’s one of the many reasons U.S. News recently called SimpliSafe “the best home security of 2022.”