
Signal’s new Secure Backup feature
Right now it’s on Android beta, iOS and desktop are on their way soon, too.
Right now it’s on Android beta, iOS and desktop are on their way soon, too.
Targeted malware is the sharpest edge of the spear, but simple steps also do a great deal to lower your risk of attack
The rise in device searches at U.S. ports of entry is consistent with ongoing upward trend — but there are things you can do to prepare
Yes, but before implementing steps to mitigate it, take a moment to ask: Who’s at risk, when does it matter, and what’s at stake?
ICE officers used unsecured text messages to communicate about a target marked for deportation. Then, they added a stranger
AT&T rolled out a new feature to help customers lock down their accounts. But it’s not just AT&T — your phone company may have their own version as well
This article was republished with permission from the Education Writers Association. It has been lightly edited for style and consistency.A question many journalists are asking themselves in today’s shifting digital landscape: How can I protect myself and my information online? That was also the focus of a session …
Mozilla warns of phishing attacks targeting developers of Firefox add-ons
Before journalists hit the ‘record’ button to capture interviews, it’s critical for them to think through the potential risks associated with recording and storing audio or video
Research shows that in recent months, Apple has notified at least a dozen Iranian iPhone users of targeted spyware, including those in civil society
Definitely use a strong password on your password manager. But it’s also a good move to have backup plans
A security researcher found that by altering the ID attached to Meta AI prompts, he could get their chatbot to spit out someone else’s prompt and AI-generated responses
Journalistic skepticism is pretty normal. But now we need to question someone’s literal voice. That’s a bit new
Getting back to the basics can help you mitigate the impact of mass data breaches
The best time to patch your connected devices is all the time
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Planning to travel soon? Protect your passwords with these tips from FPF’s digital security training team!
This module focuses on how to prepare and what to expect for those traversing the U.S. southern border, centering journalists serving border communities.Unlike most modules in the J-school digital security curriculum, it begins with a somewhat distinct perspective on risk assessment, adding further emphasis on individual attributes (e.g., nationality) …
CBP searched an Australian journalist’s phone. He noted he was questioned over materials in his blog, social media posts, and reporting
US border searches of electronic devices put journalists’ work at risk. But there’s a lot you can do to be prepared
The report also examines users’ choices in authentication methods, highlighting passkeys
Automated license plate readers are everywhere, and they can often tell a story about your movement
Signal is making it harder for your private messages to get pulled into Microsoft’s new Recall AI feature
Telegram’s transparency reporting bot suggests their compliance with data requests from authorities has exploded between 2024 and 2025.
Welcome to “Ask a security trainer,” the column where the Digital Security Training team at Freedom of the Press Foundation (FPF) answers your burning questions at the intersection of journalism and security. Submit yours here! Let’s jump right into this week’s question.Dear DST,I’ve been seeing this story …