Cyber Security

IRS: Cyberattacks More Extensive Than Previously Reported

The Internal Revenue Service said Friday that more than twice as many taxpayer accounts may have been hit by cybercriminals than the agency previously reported, with hackers gaining access to as many as 700,000 accounts and attempting to break into an additional 575,000.

White House Proposes New Cybersecurity Plan

White House officials plan to enact a range of initiatives this year that they believe will strengthen computer networks against cyberattacks, but part of the proposal--a big increase in federal spending--could hit a wall because it relies on congressional approval.

U.S. Eyes New Way To Unlock iPhone

A federal magistrate judge postponed a highly anticipated Tuesday hearing over the Justice Department's request for Apple to help unlock a terrorist's iPhone, after the government said it may have found another way to view the phone's contents.

8 Numbers Identity Thieves Want to Steal From You

The fraudster doesn’t need all your information to complete the problem set. They just need enough to convince others that they are you. Here are eight numbers that they are gunning for.

Snapchat’s Hack: What Users Should Do Now

The photo-sharing app is the latest to fall victim to a data breach with 4.6 million users’ names and phone numbers being compromised. Here’s what to do if you’re impacted, and why experts say the breach is a big deal.

5 Ways You’re Putting Your Identity at Risk

From oversharing on social media to using the same password across the internet, here’s a look at five mistakes people make online that put their personal information at risk.