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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 Review AI-Generated Code Before You Trust It in Production
AI can write code in seconds, but blindly trusting it risks costly production disasters. Learn a practical review process to catch dangerous AI-generated code before it ships.
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.
Why AI Coding Tools Make You Faster but Not Ship Sooner
AI coding tools boost typing speed by 25-55%, yet deploy times barely budge. Discover why coding was never the real bottleneck and what actually slows your team down.
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.
How to Audit Browser Extensions for Ransomware Before Installing
A single malicious browser extension can inject affiliate links, steal session cookies, or deploy ransomware across your cloud drives. Learn how to audit extensions before you install them.
How to Vet Open Source Tools for Supply Chain Attacks Before You Install
Every npm install pulls in code from strangers with full access to your machine. Learn how to vet open source dependencies and defend against supply chain attacks before you install.