Step Verification adds an extra layer of security to Gmail accounts beyond passwords.The setup process is quick and involves linking a phone nu ...

These days, if I hear the words “there’s an app for that” – as I so often do – I can’t help but shudder.Credit: But on the ...

Hackers love text messages, and the numbers show why. SIM‑swap cases—where criminals hijack a victim’s phone number to ...

Scammers use number porting to take control of outdated landlines still connected to financial accounts, bypassing two-factor authentication to steal funds while avoiding detection.

SMS 2FA codes pose risks for account security. It's an easily exploitable method due to a lack of encryption and easy interception ...

A new, simpler version of two-factor authentication could broaden its protection to many smart devices that currently cannot ...

If you or someone you know has invested in cryptocurrency, here’s an urgent warning: scammers are using fake text messages ...

Short Messaging Service (SMS) protocol might be going the way of the rotary dial, and there are good reasons to show the ...

One more thing for you and, oh, Elmo, come back here for a second. Everyone should change their passwords every six months.

On a computer, head to the official Nest sign-in page, enter your Google info, and confirm you’ve got the right email and ...

With cases of QR code fraud starting to pop up and some officials warning consumers to take pause, you may be wondering if it ...

If you or someone you know has invested in cryptocurrency, here’s an urgent warning: scammers are using fake text messages ...