These were the 25 worst passwords of 2015
SplashData's annual "Worst Passwords List" highlights some not-so-secure choices that put people's data at risk
Cybersecurity
U.S. official: Clapper's personal online accounts hacked
Director of National Intelligence is reportedly the latest target of person who hacked CIA director and DHS chief's accounts
2015 was a huge year for Anonymous hackers
From declaring war on ISIS to a social media campaign aimed at Donald Trump, Anonymous hackers made headlines
FBI admits it uses hacker tools to investigate crimes
Feds have been keeping software security flaws secret to pursue suspects, potentially leaving members of the public vulnerable
Hacker group Anonymous ramps up fight against ISIS online
The group claims it has taken down 20,000 ISIS-related Twitter accounts
U.S. officials: Encrypted apps a "blind spot" for intelligence
Investigators say members of ISIS lure potential sympathizers to social media apps where the messages self-destruct or are encrypted
Anonymous hackers' group declares war on ISIS
Hackers vow to go after a common enemy, but what does a declaration of war mean in cyberspace?
Encrypted messages: Does the government need a way in?
Current and former officials warn that terrorists are increasingly operating in an area that is impossible for the U.S. government to penetrate
White House applauds Senate cybersecurity vote
The administration supported Tuesday's passage of CISA information sharing act, but vocal opponents fear government spying
Phishing scam targets videogamers
Fraudsters are targeting people who play massive multiplayer games, consumer watchdog warns
Fitbit tracker hacked in 10 seconds
Hack uses the wireless fitness band's open Bluetooth connection
How did CIA head get hacked? Easier than you think
By hacker's own account, it came down not to technological prowess, but a clever trick played on an AOL customer service rep
China already violating U.S. cyberagreement, group says
Cybersecurity company tied to U.S. gov't says hackers from Asian superpower were breaking rules day after they were announced
State Dept. cybersecurity under Hillary Clinton assailed
AP: Gov't auditors, outside analysts harshly critical, but department strongly disputes the assessments
Why the Sony hack is important
Perspective from Steve Kroft on North Korea's cyberattack on Sony Pictures after 15 years of reporting on cyberwarfare
Report: Some top baby monitors vulnerable to hackers
Cybersecurity firm finds several of the most popular Internet-connected baby monitors lack basic security features
Secrets exposed after website for cheating spouses hacked
Hack of matchmaking website Ashley Madison exposed around 32 million names, emails and physical addresses; FBI investigating
Does Ashley Madison represent a new era in hacking?
Credit cards and passwords, unlike trust, can be easily replaced; these days, it's personal
Inside the hostile, helpful world of hacking conventions
What happens when you put 10,000 hackers in one hotel? A n00b's guide to Black Hat and DEF CON
Officials warn medical devices vulnerable to hacking
The FDA tells hospitals to stop using an infusion pump after learning it could be a cybersecurity risk
The hackers are coming... to Las Vegas
Black Hat, the annual hacking convention, is about to get underway
Report: Anti-abortion hackers target Planned Parenthood
The women's health care provider has been under fire over some recently published spycam videos
Hackers group: We breached U.S. Census Bureau database
The group "Anonymous" says it released information on thousands of Census employees in an apparent bid to disrupt trade negotiations
Fiat Chrysler recalls 1.4M cars after hack revelations
The voluntary recall follows a demonstration by hackers who remotely took over a Jeep through its radio's software
Hackers disable brakes on Jeep from miles away
Online video showing computer experts taking control of Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle has grabbed attention of automakers and Congress
Technology
Technology
Palantir's Sankar defends military use of AI
Axios: AI leaders planning "day after" scenarios
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
How AI responded when researchers posed as terrorists seeking help
Philadelphia police say Anthropic AI submitted a "false homicide tip"
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
OpenAI defends firing AI safety researchers over "breach of trust"
Anthropic has a message for Claude users: Don't be cruel
