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Your IP camera could be the next cybersecurity breach point. Zero-day exploits surged 46% and ransomware attacks hit 20 per day in 2025 with attackers increasingly targeting overlooked devices like edge equipment and cameras. The threat landscape is evolving—is your security keeping pace?

Ransomware is up, zero-days are booming, and your IP camera might be next - Help Net Security Ransomware, zero-days, and OT attacks dominate the 2025 cybersecurity threat trends, exposing risks across IT, IoT, and healthcare networks.

The cloud isn't always the answer. Local SSDs and hard drives still outperform cloud storage in speed, security, and reliability. From avoiding data breaches to instant access during internet outages, here's why keeping your data on-premises matters in 2025.

Why local SSDs and hard drives are still superior to the cloud Don't put all your eggs in one basket. You'll regret it one day. There are downsides to keeping all your data ONLY in the cloud.

Your company's "private" livestream might not be so private. A new report reveals how misconfigurations are exposing corporate streams—and the sensitive data within them.

A Misconfiguration That Haunts Corporate Streaming Platforms Could Expose Sensitive Data A security researcher discovered that flawed API configurations are plaguing corporate livestreaming platforms, potentially exposing internal company meetings—and he's releasing a tool to find them.

New data shows remote workers are working an hour less per day—but productivity is holding steady. The reason might surprise you: it's about finding the right fit between talent and role, not logging more hours. What matters most? Strong management and culture.

Remote Staff Hours Fall, but Productivity Steady (For Now) Remote workers are working fewer hours, but that doesn't mean productivity is falling. Here's how remote work is reshaping output and leadership.

The cyber burnout crisis is real: 47% of security professionals are exhausted, and 1 in 10 are close to quitting. Why? AI threats are exploding while only 17% of orgs have the continuous monitoring they desperately need. It's time to close the gap.

Why 90% of cyber leaders are feeling the heat - Help Net Security 67% of respondents say their cyber risk practices are moderately mature; 83% report having a formal program, according to BitSight.

Is your Windows PC running slow or acting weird? Most PC headaches are caused by simple user mistakes that take minutes to fix. From forgotten backups to disabled security, here are the 5 pitfalls to avoid for a stress-free Windows experience.

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5 pitfalls in Windows: users make these mistakes far too often Many Windows problems are homemade—and completely unnecessary. If you're aware of these five mistakes, you can save yourself a lot of trouble, stress and sometimes even money.

Think you can spot a fake video? Deepfakes are getting scarily realistic—and they've already been used to scam companies out of millions. Learn how to protect yourself from this AI-powered threat.

What are Deepfakes? Can They Be Used for Malicious Purposes? Discover the potential dangers of this AI technology that can be misused to create hyper-realistic fake videos and audio. Learn about the malicious activities it enables.

Still keeping all your data in one place? That's a risky game. PCWorld put 5 cloud backup services through rigorous testing to find the best options for automatic backups, versioning, and peace of mind. Check out which one wins for unlimited storage!

5 expert-tested cloud backup services you can count on We review the best cloud backup services so you can find the right solution for keeping a safe, offsite copy of your data should disaster strike.

The average organization now juggles 9+ tools for core IT functions—and it's creating serious security gaps. CISOs are facing tool sprawl, AI uncertainty, and only 11% have fully implemented zero trust. Time to simplify?

CISOs face a complex tangle of tools, threats, and AI uncertainty - Help Net Security Most organizations are juggling too many tools, struggling with security blind spots, and rushing into AI adoption without governance, according to

Is Google's new AI mode about to revolutionize how we experience the internet? The search giant's latest developments could reshape everything we know about online discovery and information consumption.

Is Google about to destroy the web? Google says adding more AI to its search engine will rejuvenate the internet. Others predict an apocalypse for websites. One thing is clear: this era of online history is closing.