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News & Stories
Cybersecurity news and stories that matter, from a recent cyber attack to the latest data breach
Apple sends a spyware warning to users in 98 countries: Header image
Apple sends a spyware warning to users in 98 countries
For the second time in 2024, Apple has issued a new threat notification alert to iPhone users across 98 countries. The warning is clear. Apple said those contacted are specifically being targeted “for...
Jul 18, 2024
5 min read
ChatGPT for macOS let malware potentially access your chats
Jul 12, 2024
5 min read
Apple patched an AirPods vulnerability that allowed eavesdropping
Jul 5, 2024
5 min read
macOS vulnerabilities are increasingly under attack, report finds
Jun 27, 2024
8 min read
Safer Web
Combating online scams, fakes, and spam to make your web experience safer
What are Spam Risk calls, and how do you stop getting them? Header image
What are Spam Risk calls, and how do you stop getting them?
Jul 18, 2024
7 min read
Top Facebook marketplace scams and how not to fall for them: Header image
Top Facebook Marketplace scams and how not to fall for them
Jul 18, 2024
5 min read
Emerging Threats
The latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and attacks you should know about
New smishing campaign tries to steal Apple ID credentials: Header image
New smishing campaign tries to steal Apple ID credentials
Jul 11, 2024
4 min read
macOS stealer Poseidon is spread via ads for the Arc browser: Header image
macOS stealer Poseidon is spread via ads for the Arc browser
Jul 4, 2024
6 min read
New SatanStealer can steal passwords and phone numbers: Header image
New SatanStealer can steal passwords and phone numbers
Jun 21, 2024
5 min read
Data Security
From photos in cloud storage to files in a vault, here's how to protect your data
Deep web vs. dark web: What are the key differences?
Jul 26, 2024
9 min read
How to change Mac Firewall settings to turn off the firewall on Mac: Header image
How to change Mac Firewall settings to turn off the firewall on Mac
Jul 24, 2024
7 min read
How to hide photos on iPhone to protect your privacy (Header image)
How to hide photos on iPhone to keep them safe
Jul 18, 2024
6 min read
What is jailbroken iOS, and is it safe to jailbreak your iPhone? Header image
What is jailbroken iOS, and is it safe to jailbreak your iPhone?
Jul 18, 2024
6 min read
Meet Our Experts
The writers, researchers, and journalists unpacking cybersecurity for the Moonlock Blog
Ray Fernandez Ray Fernandez Ray has been covering tech and cybersecurity for over 15 years. His work has appeared on TechRepublic, VentureBeat, Forbes, Entrepreneur, and the Microsoft Blog, among others.
Dawna Roberts Dawna Roberts Dawna has spent her entire career in web dev, cybersecurity, and IT. Her work has been featured on Forbes, Adobe, Airtable, Backblaze, Cyberleaf, Lifewire, and other online publications for the past ten years.
Jacob Fox Jacob Fox In addition to being an academic, Jacob is a lifelong technology expert and cybersecurity writer who has helped his readers understand information security for almost five years. He has written for TechRadar, PCGamer, and other online technology publications.
Nihad Hassan Nihad Hassan Nihad is an independent cybersecurity consultant and cyber OSINT expert, online blogger, and book author. He has been researching different areas of information security for more than 15 years.
Franklin Okeke Franklin Okeke Franklin is a technology writer specializing in cybersecurity, cloud computing, 5G, and IoT. He has written for TechRepublic, ServerWatch, The Register and other technology publications.
Privacy
Privacy is your right. Here's what you should know about data privacy and protection.
Is Snapchat safe? Top 6 Snapchat privacy questions answered
Jul 23, 2024
13 min read
What is end-to-end encryption in WhatsApp and other apps? Header image
What is end-to-end encryption in WhatsApp and other apps?
Jul 18, 2024
5 min read
Private browsing on iPhone: How to browse without being tracked
Jul 18, 2024
9 min read
How to use Private Browsing in Safari, and how private is it? Header image
How to use Private Browsing in Safari, and how private is it?
Jul 18, 2024
7 min read
Hacking
How hacking works, how to tell you've been pwned, and how to keep your devices safe
Snapchat hacked? Here's how to tell if your account is compromised (Header image)
Snapchat hacked? How to tell if your account is compromised
Snapchat is one of the world’s most popular social media networks, competing side by side with TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media giants. With 557 million users worldwide, the platform is especially...
Jul 18, 2024
9 min read
Is your TikTok hacked? Here are the telltale signs
Jul 18, 2024
9 min read
What is spear phishing? Extensive guide with real-life examples
Jun 26, 2024
11 min read
What is bluesnarfing? Meaning, examples, and how to avoid it
Jun 17, 2024
9 min read