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August adds Z-Wave to its new Smart Lock Pro

Got a Z-Wave hub? August's Smart Lock Pro might just be right for you.

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August's bargain Smart Lock does all of the basics

August's $149 Smart Lock isn't HomeKit- or Z-Wave-enabled, but it still manages to impress.

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<p>CCleaner on Android wasn't affected.</p>

CCleaner hack affects 2.27 million computers, including yours?

Your device may have CCleaner malware. Here's what you need to know.

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<p>A lock with social security card and driver's license on a computer keyboard by not maintaining proper safeguards.</p>

Massachusetts AG sues Equifax over massive data breach

The suit alleges the credit reporting bureau violated state data protection and privacy laws by not installing appropriate safeguards.

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<p>CCleaner is downloaded millions of times a week for free.</p>

Hackers hid malicious code in popular CCleaner software

Avast-owned Piriform, which makes the computer-cleaning program, says no harm was done to any users but encourages people to check which version they have.

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August's affordable Smart Lock is solid, even sans Siri

Don't be fooled by the price; the $149 August Smart Lock is pretty darn clever.

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<p>August has three new products -- the Smart Lock Pro, the Smart Lock and the Doorbell Cam Pro.</p>

August’s smart home line just doubled in size

August's product lineup now includes two new smart locks and a doorbell.

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August's Smart Lock Pro does it all -- really

August's Bluetooth-, Z-Wave- and Wi-Fi-friendly Smart Lock Pro gives you tons of options.

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<p>Equifax confirmed it suffered an "incident" in March that led to its hiring cybersecurity firm Mandiant, a specialist in resolving data breaches</p>

Equifax reportedly suffered a hack earlier than disclosed

The credit-reporting firm says an "incident" in March was unrelated to the massive hack revealed earlier this month.

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<p>In September of 2017, a data breach at Equifax exposed the personal information of thousands of customers.&nbsp;</p>

New York proposes stricter regs following Equifax hack

Gov. Andrew Cuomo wants heftier security requirements for credit reporting agencies to better protect consumer data.

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China to get even tougher on bitcoin trading

Chinese regulators are preparing the biggest crackdown on the cryptocurrency to date.

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<p>Hacking group Shadow Broker claims to release NSA hacking tools.</p>

Your guide to surviving the Equifax data breach

Most US adults are affected by the hack. Here's a step-by-step on what to do.

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