Priya Sharma

Priya Sharma

Cybersecurity, Encryption, Privacy, Password Management, Data Protection

Cybersecurity researcher and privacy advocate focused on consumer-grade encryption tools. Priya breaks down complex security concepts into actionable steps anyone can follow to protect their digital life.

95 articles

Articles by Priya Sharma

How to Stop AI Chatbots From Leaking Your Shared Conversations

How to Stop AI Chatbots From Leaking Your Shared Conversations

AI chatbot 'Share' links have leaked thousands of private conversations to Google, exposing business plans, contracts, and API keys. Learn how to protect your data.

Jul 28, 2026

Passkeys vs Password Managers: What to Trust After the Breaches

Passkeys vs Password Managers: What to Trust After the Breaches

Billions of passwords have leaked in breaches like Collection #1 and RockYou2024. Discover whether passkeys or password managers offer the security you really need.

Jul 27, 2026

How to Vet Browser Extensions Before They Become AI Data Leaks

How to Vet Browser Extensions Before They Become AI Data Leaks

That harmless PDF converter could quietly become an AI assistant reading your bank, email, and admin data. Learn how to vet browser extensions before they turn into serious data leaks.

Jul 27, 2026

How to Audit Software License Compliance Before an Audit Hits

How to Audit Software License Compliance Before an Audit Hits

Failed software audits cost enterprises between $100K and $2M in settlements. Learn how to proactively audit your software license compliance before vendors like Microsoft, Oracle, or Adobe come knocking.

Jul 26, 2026

How to Audit AI Browser Extensions Before They Hijack Your Data

How to Audit AI Browser Extensions Before They Hijack Your Data

A popular AI browser extension quietly exfiltrated every page I visited—including my bank dashboard. Learn how to audit extensions before they hijack your data.

Jul 25, 2026

How to Audit OAuth App Grants Before They Leak Your Data

How to Audit OAuth App Grants Before They Leak Your Data

Every app you authorize gets a long-lived OAuth token that can act on your behalf. Learn how to audit these forgotten grants before they silently leak your data.

Jul 25, 2026

How to Vet a Password Manager for Hidden Ownership Risks

How to Vet a Password Manager for Hidden Ownership Risks

A password manager holds your entire digital identity, yet most people never check who owns it. Learn how to vet a password manager for hidden ownership risks before you trust it.

Jul 24, 2026

How to Test a Cloud Backup's Restore Before You Trust It

How to Test a Cloud Backup's Restore Before You Trust It

Most people discover their cloud backup is broken at the worst possible moment. Learn how to test and verify your backup's restore process before disaster strikes.

Jul 23, 2026

How to Verify a Government-Mandated Cyber Safety App Isn't Spyware

How to Verify a Government-Mandated Cyber Safety App Isn't Spyware

Governments often mandate cyber safety apps under the banner of national security, but rarely explain what they actually do. Learn how to verify whether such an app is safe or spyware.

Jul 23, 2026

How to Vet Browser Extensions Before Granting AI Panel Access

How to Vet Browser Extensions Before Granting AI Panel Access

AI browser extensions can read every open tab, including your bank, CRM, and admin panels. Learn how to vet extensions before granting AI panel access.

Jul 22, 2026

How to Vet Vibe-Coded Apps Before You Buy or Ship Them

How to Vet Vibe-Coded Apps Before You Buy or Ship Them

AI-generated apps ship fast but hide real risks. Learn how to vet vibe-coded software for security, quality, and reliability before you buy or deploy it.

Jul 22, 2026

How to Detect a Hijacked WordPress Plugin Update Before It Infects You

How to Detect a Hijacked WordPress Plugin Update Before It Infects You

The WordPress update button you trust can be a hacker's front door. Learn how hijacked plugin updates spread malware and how to spot a compromised update before it infects your site.

Jul 21, 2026