A security flaw has been discovered in Bluetooth that lets an attacker download all contact details along with other information from a vulnerable phone, while leaving no trace of the attack. Unlike ...

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Researchers have discovered a major new security flaw in Bluetooth, which could leave millions of devices at risk of a malicious hack. The security vulnerability ...

A group of security researchers has found a way to circumvent digital locks and other security systems that rely on the proximity of a Bluetooth fob or smartphone for authentication. Using what’s ...

A paper on the Bluetooth signal tracking titled "Evaluating Physical-Layer BLE Location Tracking Attacks on Mobile Devices" was recently presented at the IEEE ...

Should you be worrying about credit card fraud when you pull up to the gas pump? A post circulating recently on social media says you can deploy your cell phone to stay safe. An April 14, 2019, post ...

Keeping yourself safe from creeps and hackers is a big job, but certain habits make it easier. Here’s a simple one: Stop giving your phone number to every place that asks for it. Read this tip I put ...

Q: Is it possible to make your own ringtone? I want to know it’s my phone ringing and not a co-worker’s phone. Annoying! A: The short answer is yes, you can make a custom ringtone. This makes perfect ...