Security & Privacy
Posts in the Security & Privacy category from the LionScripts team.
How to Verify an Open-Source Tool Wasn't Poisoned Before Installing
That green checkmark and millions of downloads don't guarantee safety. Learn how to verify an open-source tool hasn't been poisoned before you run npm install.
How to Lock Down AI Browser Extensions Before They Hijack Data
That handy AI writing extension can read every page you visit, including your bank dashboard and internal CRM. Learn how to lock down AI browser extensions before they hijack your data.
How to Migrate From a Paid Password Manager to Passkeys Safely
Native passkey support from Apple, Google, and Microsoft has many rethinking paid password managers. Learn how to migrate to passkeys safely without losing access to your accounts.
How to Audit Your Windows 11 Copilot Data Before You Trust It
Windows 11 quietly enabled Copilot everywhere, but few users know what data it collects. Learn how to audit Copilot's privacy settings before you trust it with your files.
How to Read an SBOM to Catch Supply-Chain Risks Before You Install
Modern apps pull in over 1,200 dependencies you'll never fully review. Learn how to read a Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) to spot supply-chain risks before you install.
Chrome's August 1 Extension Privacy Rules: What Users Must Check
Chrome's August 1, 2025 policy changes tighten extension rules on data disclosure, permissions, and Manifest V2 phase-out. Here's what every Chrome user should check now.
How to Vet an Open-Source App Before Replacing Your Default Software
Open source means the code could be audited, not that it has been. Learn a practical framework to vet any open-source app before trusting it to replace your default software.
How to Verify a Package Manager's Repository Isn't Serving Malware
The xz backdoor of 2024 revealed that package repositories are attack surfaces we rarely verify. Learn practical methods to confirm your package manager isn't serving malware.
How to Spot an AI Browser That Leaks Your Login Credentials
AI browsers promise hands-free convenience, but agents that log into your accounts must handle your credentials. Learn how to spot the ones that leak them.
How to Verify a Cloud Backup Service Actually Encrypts Your Data
"Encrypted" is a slippery word. Learn how to verify whether your cloud backup service truly protects your data, who holds the keys, and whether the provider can read your files.
How to Filter Google AI Overviews From Search Without Losing Results
Google AI Overviews now dominate search results, pushing source links out of view. Learn practical ways to filter or bypass these AI summaries and get back to the original results you actually want to read.
How to Detect a Vulnerable WordPress Plugin Before You Install It
Nearly 90% of WordPress vulnerabilities come from plugins, not core. Learn how to vet a plugin's security history before you install it and protect your site.