Browsers stories - Page 2

Google introduces new protections for Enhanced Safe Browsing in Chrome, reducing phishing risks by 35% for users.

Avast Secure Browser has been a mainstay for the security platform in Windows and Mac, and this is the first time it has come to mobile.

The acquisition of Light Point Securitywill supplement McAfee's existing inbound and outbound protection for all web and cloud traffic, according to McAffee.

ESET researchers have discovered a trojanised Tor Browser that cybercriminals use to steal bitcoins from darknet market buyers.

It's no secret that web browsers store a substantial amount of sensitive information about their users - hackers are taking advantage of this.

Menlo Security has successfully closed a Series C funding round to the tune of US$40 million this week, bringing its total funding to $85 million.

ESET has spotted a malware strain that tricks users into downloading pirated software from dummy torrent sites.

Firefox has disabled all NPAPI plugin capability except Flash. Common plugins such as Adobe Acrobat, Java and Microsoft Silverlight no longer load.

Polycom reveals key tech trends for NZ's 2015 workplace, predicting a shift to more collaborative, efficient environments driven by advanced mobile tech.

PageProof is a fully encrypted browser based tool for creators of any kind to receive feedback and collaborate on documents.

Discover how an HTML5 glitch, made public by Michael McKinnon of AVG, could fill your hard disk, revealed at http://www.filldisk.com/.

Oracle has fixed a major Java bug that left PC users vulnerable to hacker attacks, urging immediate software updates after a security scare.

Mozilla unveils 'Junior', an iPad browser aiming to outshine Safari with full-screen browsing and thumb-friendly navigation.

Latest release from 'browser junkies' intro's ability to customise themes; so is the update all style and no substance?.

Sydney's Kogan charges 6.8% 'IE7 tax' on purchases to nudge users away from outdated browser, promoting web efficiency and upgrades.

Marking Wolfenstein 3D's 20th anniversary, Bethesda launches a free browser game, with John Carmack offering a playthrough commentary.

New Zealand's 'Give Way' rules update on March 25 may cause road confusion. eDrive launches an online module to help drivers adjust safely.

Opera 11.60 debuts, promising a sleek alternative to boring default browsers, with a cheeky nod to Justin Bieber.

Firefox 8 debuting today with Twitter search integration and enhanced security, marking Mozilla's latest swift update.

Mozilla hastens Firefox updates to vie with Chrome, launching Firefox 6 only weeks after its predecessor. Critics ponder the impact on enterprise users.