Articles by Benedict Collins, Senior Writer, Security

Benedict is a Senior Security Writer at TechRadar Pro, where he has specialized in covering the intersection of geopolitics, cyber-warfare, and business security.

Benedict provides detailed analysis on state-sponsored threat actors, APT groups, and the protection of critical national infrastructure, with his reporting bridging the gap between technical threat intelligence and B2B security strategy.

Benedict holds an MA (Distinction) in Security, Intelligence, and Diplomacy from the University of Buckingham Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS), with his specialization providing him with an elite academic framework for deconstructing complex international conflicts and intelligence operations. He also holds a BA in Politics with Journalism, providing him with a strong investigative nature and the ability to translate complex security data into clear, actionable insights.

When he isn’t analyzing the latest data breach or security threats, Benedict enjoys running and cycling throughout the UK countryside.

Articles by: Benedict Collins

Best secure browser of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 31 July 25

We list the best secure browsers, to make it simple and easy to safely use the internet by shielding your devices from viruses, malware and invasive tracking features.

Dropbox Passwords will soon be no more - here's how to save your passwords, and our pick of alternatives

By Benedict Collins published 30 July 25

Dropbox's own password manager is being discontinued, with the company is urging users to seek our alternative solutions.

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Google Workspace is hitting back against the most prolific methods of account takeover with these super simple changes

By Benedict Collins published 30 July 25

Google is securing Workspace accounts with three new changes, including passkey support.

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Cheapest proxy services of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 21 July 25

Updated The cheapest proxy services can save keep your internet data private while saving you money.

Data of all 6.5 million Co-op members stolen - CEO says she is 'incredibly sorry'

By Benedict Collins published 16 July 25

The Co-op CEO confirmed that the details of all 6.5 million members were stolen.

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Best IP address tool of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 10 July 25

Updated We list the best IP address tools, to make it simple and easy to better manage networks.

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Signal clone used by federal agencies hit in attacks targeting major flaws - CISA says patch immediately

By Benedict Collins published 3 July 25

CISA has warned a federal messaging app is being targeted by hackers, so patch now.

Microsoft is laying off 9,000 employees in its latest huge job cut

By Benedict Collins published 3 July 25

Microsoft is cutting thousands of jobs from its Gaming division.

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Cloudflare can now charge AI crawlers to access your content – and it might just change the internet for the better

By Benedict Collins published 2 July 25

Cloudflare is giving creators control over their content, allowing them to charge or block AI web crawlers from accessing their sites.

Amazon CEO says AI will mean ‘fewer people doing some of the jobs’ - but will make other jobs more interesting

By Benedict Collins published 1 July 25

Amazon CEO says while AI will replace some workers, it will "make all our jobs more interesting."

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It's about time - Microsoft finally rolls out better passkey integration in Windows

By Benedict Collins published 30 June 25

Microsoft is now offering 1Password integration to boost passkey support.

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FBI warns Scattered Spider hackers are now going after airlines

By Benedict Collins published 30 June 25

The FBI says Scattered Spider may have already begun targeting airlines in the US.

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ClickFix fake error message malware spikes over 500%, takes second place as the most abused attack vector

By Benedict Collins published 27 June 25

ESET's H2 2025 Threat Report lays bare the new tactics, threats, and trends emerging from the cybercriminal underworld.

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This new malware has developed a spooky way to tell AI-based detection methods to ignore it

By Benedict Collins published 27 June 25

Check Point researchers discovered a malware that tried to turn an AI-based detection tool into a calculator.

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Asking ChatGPT to help with your security qualms could be putting your data at serious risk

By Benedict Collins published 26 June 25

People are consulting ChatGPT for security tips, but inadvertently feeding it sensitive personal info.

Millions of Brother printers threatened by multiple serious vulnerabilities – enterprise and home printers at risk

By Benedict Collins published 26 June 25

Millions of printers, scanners, and label makers from Brother are at risk of being hit by eight new vulnerabilities.

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SonicWall warns of fake VPN apps stealing user logins and putting businesses at risk - here's what we know

By Benedict Collins published 25 June 25

SonicWall has issued an advisory after spotting spoofed VPN clients that steal configurations and credentials.

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A free service to protect US critical infrastructure against Russian cyber attacks has ended – but did it shut down just a touch too soon?

By Benedict Collins published 25 June 25

Free services offered by Cloudflare, CrowdStrike and Ping Identity have shut down to a lack of uptake.

Best lifetime Cloud Storage deals (May 2026)

By Desire Athow last updated 25 June 25

Updated Great if you don’t want to pay a subscription every month for cloud storage.

This dangerous new malware is hitting iOS and Android phones alike - and it's even stealing photos and crypto

By Benedict Collins published 24 June 25

SparkKitty is prowling through smartphone photo libraries to steal access to your crypto wallet.

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Best secure email provider of 2025

By Benedict Collins last updated 24 June 25

We list the best secure email providers, so you can keep your emails fully private and securely protected.

This mega DDoS attack broke all records - huge 37.4TB bombardment in 45 seconds against a single victim is the largest ever recorded

By Benedict Collins published 23 June 25

A huge DDoS attack which sent 38TB of data could have wreaked havoc - but it was stopped in its tracks.

Whole big mess - Krispy Kreme data breach sees data on over 160,000 people exposed

By Benedict Collins published 20 June 25

Krispy Kreme employees bore the brunt of the breach, but we donut know who was responsible.

Your Facebook account just got even more secure – and it could make phishing a thing of the past

By Benedict Collins published 19 June 25

Users will soon be able to secure their Facebook account with the added safety of a passkey.

AWS just hit a major cloud security milestone - and it could be a win-win for businesses everywhere

By Benedict Collins published 18 June 25

AWS reveals a cloud security gamechanger in its bid to keep customers safe.

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