Midnight Web by Rahul Banerjee

  The Illusion of VPN Encryption Many people believe that VPN encryption is a solid shield against prying eyes. However, for 99% of internet users, this encryption doesn’t add much protection. Most websites and apps already encrypt connections using HTTPS or TLS protocols, which provide strong protection without the need for a VPN. VPN encryption simply adds another layer that, in many cases, is redundant. Even worse, you have to trust your VPN provider to keep your data safe. If they are logging your activity (and most do), they can see everything you do online. Not just them any server they use could potentially access your data, too. And you have no way of auditing their practices or ensuring they are living up to their privacy claims. You essentially trust a middleman with your sensitive data, and that’s never a good idea. VPNs Were Never Designed for Consumer Privacy It’s important to understand the origin of VPNs. They were primarily designed for businesses to securely connec...

  What is Android System SafetyCore? Android System SafetyCore is an app automatically installed by Google on Android devices as part of their security and child protection updates introduced in October 2024. Its primary function is to scan and categorize content on your phone, helping users avoid undesirable material. It requires at least 2GB of RAM and Android 9 or newer to run, and is also compatible with Android Go devices. You won’t find it in your app drawer, as it only appears in the system app list. SafetyCore reportedly scans images and videos locally to flag inappropriate content, but Google clarifies that it only scans images shared through the Messages app. Should You Be Concerned About SafetyCore? Despite Google’s assurances that all scanning is done locally with no data sent off your device, the app's sudden, unannounced appearance and its deep system access have raised concerns. It feels intrusive, as users weren’t given a clear heads-up, and many wonder why it...

Tata Technologies Ltd., a subsidiary of Tata Motors, has temporarily suspended some of its IT services following a ransomware attack that disrupted its network. The company, which specializes in automotive design, aerospace engineering, and R&D, employs over 11,000 people across 18 locations worldwide. In a notification to India’s national stock exchange, Tata Technologies confirmed that the attack had impacted certain IT assets but assured that these have now been restored. The company emphasized that its client delivery services remained fully operational, and no customer operations were affected. “As a precautionary measure, some IT services were suspended temporarily,” the company stated, “but has now been restored. Our Client delivery services have remained fully functional and unaffected throughout.” A thorough investigation is underway in partnership with cybersecurity experts, though no major ransomware groups have claimed responsibility for the attack. It remains unc...