May 7, 2024 at 05:59PM A vulnerability dubbed TunnelVision allows attackers to reroute VPN traffic via DHCP, potentially exposing encrypted data to snooping. VPN and OS types don’t matter, except for Android, which is safe. The researchers suggest using network namespaces and firewall-level mitigations but recognize these may not fully resolve the issue. VPN users … Read more
May 4, 2024 at 12:19PM Mullvad VPN user found that Android devices leak DNS queries when switching VPN servers, even with “Always-on VPN” and “Block connections without VPN” enabled. The bug occurs during VPN reconfiguration, causing potential privacy risks. Mullvad suggested temporary workarounds and emphasizes fixing the issue at the OS level. Google is investigating … Read more
May 3, 2024 at 05:07PM Mullvad VPN user discovered that Android devices leak DNS queries despite enabling “Always-on VPN” and “Block connections without VPN” option. This bug, affecting Android 14, leaks DNS traffic when using specific apps or when VPN configurations change. Mullvad suggests workarounds and urges OS fixes to protect all Android users’ privacy. … Read more
April 6, 2024 at 08:36AM A recent legal settlement highlighted concerns over Google Chrome’s Incognito mode, aiming to improve user privacy. Using private browsing mode gives a fresh start, erasing browsing history and cookies. However, it doesn’t hide IP address, prevent ISP logging, or fully protect against tracking. VPNs and privacy-focused search engines offer additional … Read more
February 11, 2024 at 12:39PM ExpressVPN removed split tunneling from versions 12.23.1 to 12.72.0 after a bug exposed user browsing domains to configured DNS servers. This impacted 1% of Windows users. Upgrading to version 12.73.0 removes split tunneling, to be reintroduced after bug fix. If unable to upgrade, disabling split tunneling or using version 10 … Read more
January 14, 2024 at 02:36PM AdGuard VPN offers one, three, and five-year subscriptions, providing secure access to servers in over 60 countries, unlimited data, and coverage for up to ten devices. Their custom protocol ensures faster, safe connections, with a no-log policy for privacy. Available at discounted rates through January 14th on StackSocial, the service … Read more