August 2024

Chrome Security Flaw?

Patches Available in new Update

A new security flaw in the Chrome browser by which an attacker could force a fatal memory error in your computer is being exploited in the wild. Google briefly acknowledged the bug and has pushed an update to fix it.

​Read about the flaw →​

thehackernews.com/2024/08/google-fixes-high-severity-chrome-flaw.html

What to know: If you use Chrome, you need to update the software immediately. Exploits like this happen with any software, but this might be a good time to consider switching to a more privacy-focused browser. Check out some of these options:

Stop Using Chrome! It might be the most popular browser in the world, but it's certainly not the only option. ​Here are alternatives →​ (YouTube video)

Google Alternatives? Most people use some kind of Google product every day. But you don't have to... ​How to "De-Google" →​ (YouTube video)

Hi [CORRECTED_NAME GOES HERE], it's been a busy week and although I don't have a new video to share, it's my goal to continue to make this a weekly newsletter with helpful security information for you.

If you missed the live passkeys Q&A from earlier this week, you can watch the replay here.

As always, I'm open to any news items tips you might want to send along and feedback on this newsletter format. If you enjoy, please forward and share it with others!

Josh

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Privacy & Security Roundup:

​Your HDMI Cable can Spy on You?​

Researchers have found a way that hackers can use an HDMI cable to eavesdrop on you and steal sensitive information.

https://cybersecuritynews.com/hdmi-cables-steal-passwords/

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​Best Encrypted Cloud Storage?​

The latest article on our website includes a rundown of the various encrypted cloud storage options. If you're using Google Drive, Dropbox or other similar services, you'll want to check this out.

https://www.allthingssecured.com/reviews/cloud/best-encrypted-cloud-storage/
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​Even Netflix Gets Hacked​

Several shows on Netflix have had their unreleased episodes leaked online. Netflix says the breach happened with one of their post-production partners, but the result is the same: even Netflix gets hacked.

https://cybersecuritynews.com/netflix-security-breach-hackers-leaked/
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The Tools I Use

A rundown of the 12 privacy and security tools I use every day (from the YouTube channel).

Stay Safe!

Have a question you want me to answer? Have you seen any interesting security/privacy news recently? Send them all my way and I might include in an upcoming newsletter!

- Josh

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