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
How to Audit a WordPress Plugin for Hidden Backdoors
A malicious plugin can silently hand attackers full control of your WordPress site. Learn how to audit any plugin for hidden backdoors before it compromises your security.
Jul 31, 2026
How to Build a 3-2-1 Backup Strategy That Survives Ransomware
Modern ransomware hunts down your backups before encrypting production data. Learn how to build a resilient 3-2-1 backup strategy that survives even targeted attacks.
Jul 30, 2026
How to Vet Open Source Software Before Using It in Production
Modern apps are 70-90% open source, meaning your production stack is full of code you've never read. Learn a practical framework to vet open source dependencies before they reach production.
Jul 30, 2026
How to Spot Fake Password Manager Alerts and Phishing Popups
Fake password manager alerts and phishing popups are getting harder to spot. Learn the telltale signs of fraudulent vault warnings and how to protect your credentials before it's too late.
Jul 29, 2026
How to Safely Import and Export Passkeys Between Managers
Passkeys promised portability, but moving them between managers is trickier than it sounds. Learn how to safely import and export passkeys without leaking your identity.
Jul 29, 2026
How to Detect and Revoke Risky OAuth App Grants Before a Breach
Forgotten OAuth app grants can silently expose your email, contacts, and files. Learn how to detect and revoke risky permissions before they lead to a breach.
Jul 28, 2026
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
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
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
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
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 26, 2026
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