Have you ever thought about what cookies do besides remembering your web preferences? Well, according to a recent article on The truththese files not only do they track our online habits but they also contain a lot of personal information. And when i cybercriminals they put their hands on them, it's as if they've found a real treasure.
In one fell swoop, they were stolen 54 billion cookies worldwidewith Italy contributing more than 450 million to this unenviable statistic. These numbers might seem astronomical to you, and they are! But what does this mean for you and your online security?
Cookies, especially those that are still active, are like pass digital keys. If a cybercriminal steals them, they could access your accounts without needing passwords or various authentication. And that's not all: they can contain even more intimate details, such as your geographic location, personal preferences and much more.
Tips to protect yourself: from cleaning cookies to safe browsing
But all is not lost! There are ways to protect yourself, such as regularly deleting these files from your browser and staying vigilant about the web pages you visit and the files you download. Tools like VPNs and threat protections can significantly reduce the risks associated with cookies and online browsing in general.
So, now that you are aware of the risk, How will your online behavior change? Have you ever thought about cleaning cookies or do you already use any protection tools? Share your experience in the comments!
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