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.
Articles by Priya Sharma
Passkeys vs Password Managers: What's Actually Safer in 2026
Passwords still cause most data breaches, even with password managers. We break down whether passkeys are actually safer in 2026—and what the shift means for your security.
Aug 18, 2026
AI Coding Agents Are Learning to Hack: How to Vet Them Safely
AI coding agents can exploit real vulnerabilities as easily as they scaffold code. Learn the security risks of autonomous agents and how to vet them safely before trusting your codebase.
Aug 17, 2026
Immutable Backups Explained: Ransomware-Proof Your Data in 2026
Ransomware crews now find and destroy backups before encrypting production. Learn how immutable backups create a tamper-proof safety net that ransomware can't touch in 2026.
Aug 16, 2026
Passkeys Explained: How to Ditch Passwords Across Your Apps
Passwords are the weak link in digital security—65% of people reuse them across sites. Discover how passkeys let you ditch passwords for good and log in securely across all your apps.
Aug 15, 2026
Browser Extension Security: How to Audit Permissions Before Installing
That harmless dark mode toggle might be reading data on every site you visit. Learn how to audit browser extension permissions before you click "Add extension".
Aug 13, 2026
August 2026 Patch Tuesday: Prioritize These 3 Zero-Days First
Microsoft's August 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 107 vulnerabilities, including 3 actively exploited zero-days. Learn which to patch first to protect your systems.
Aug 13, 2026
How to Stop AI Chats From Leaking Into Google Search Results
In 2025, private AI chats leaked into Google search via a share feature. Learn why it happened and how to stop your AI conversations from being indexed.
Aug 10, 2026
How Often Should You Really Change Your Passwords in 2026?
The 90-day password change rule you grew up with is officially outdated. Discover why NIST reversed its own advice and what modern password security really looks like in 2026.
Aug 10, 2026
How to Detect Malicious Browser Extensions Draining Bank Accounts
A forgotten browser extension quietly drained ₹184,000 from a business bank account. Learn how malicious extensions steal your data and how to detect them before it's too late.
Aug 9, 2026
How to Secure Your Software Supply Chain: Vendors, Logins & AI Tools
The event-stream npm hack proved you don't get breached by bad code—you get breached by trusted tools turned against you. Learn how to secure vendors, logins, and AI tools.
Aug 9, 2026
How to Vet AI Agent Plugins Before You Install Them
One rogue AI agent plugin demanded browser cookies, clipboard access, and shell command permissions. Learn the step-by-step process to vet AI agent plugins before you install them.
Aug 9, 2026
How to Protect Passkeys From Malware That Hijacks Password Managers
Passkeys promise a phishing-free future, but they're only as secure as the software storing them. Learn how malware targets password managers and how to defend your passkeys.
Aug 8, 2026