Activate Security

Whitepapers & Reports

In-depth research, security analysis, and technical documentation from Activate Security.

Featured Research & Analysis

Security Research

Zero-Knowledge Encryption: Why It's the Only Privacy That Matters

September 2025 • 43 pages

Deep dive into zero-knowledge architecture, why traditional encryption isn't enough, and how true privacy requires that even the service provider cannot access your data. Includes technical implementation details and security proofs.

Threat Analysis

The Rise of AI-Powered Cyberattacks in 2025

August 2025 • 56 pages

How criminals are using ChatGPT, AI voice cloning, and deepfakes to create unprecedented phishing attacks. Includes real examples, detection techniques, and protection strategies for individuals and businesses.

Privacy Guide

The Complete Guide to Browser Fingerprinting Prevention

July 2025 • 34 pages

Everything you need to know about device fingerprinting: how it works, who's using it, why VPNs and private browsing can't stop it, and practical defense strategies that actually work.

Best Practices

Password Security in 2025: Beyond "Use Uppercase Letters"

June 2025 • 28 pages

Modern password security recommendations based on current attack methods. Why traditional password rules are outdated, how password managers change everything, and the future of authentication.

Industry Analysis

The $254 Billion Data Broker Industry: How Your Information Gets Sold

May 2025 • 67 pages

Investigative report exposing how data brokers collect, package, and sell your personal information. Includes interviews with former data broker employees and step-by-step removal guides for 50+ major sites.

Compliance Guide

GDPR Compliance for Small Businesses: Practical Implementation Guide

April 2025 • 45 pages

Plain-English guide to GDPR compliance without hiring expensive consultants. Covers data protection requirements, user rights, breach notification rules, and how to implement proper security controls.

Quarterly Threat Intelligence Reports

Every quarter, we analyze millions of security events detected by our systems and publish detailed threat intelligence reports. These reports help you understand the current threat landscape and prepare for emerging risks.

Q3 2025 Threat Intelligence Report

Analysis of 47 million security events from July-September 2025

Malware TrendsPhishing AnalysisVPN Data

32 pages • 4.2 MB

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Q2 2025 Threat Intelligence Report

Analysis of 52 million security events from April-June 2025

RansomwareMobile ThreatsData Breaches

38 pages • 5.1 MB

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Q1 2025 Threat Intelligence Report

Analysis of 44 million security events from January-March 2025

Password AttacksTracking TechSocial Engineering

41 pages • 6.8 MB

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Technical Whitepapers

Activate Security Technical Architecture & Security Model

March 2025 • 89 pages

Complete technical documentation of our security architecture, encryption implementation, zero-knowledge design, threat detection algorithms, and infrastructure security. Written for security professionals and technical evaluators.

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VPN Protocol Comparison: WireGuard vs OpenVPN vs IKEv2

February 2025 • 31 pages

Performance benchmarks, security analysis, and practical comparison of major VPN protocols. Includes speed tests, encryption strength evaluation, and recommendations for different use cases.

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Modern Malware Detection: AI vs Signature-Based Antivirus

January 2025 • 37 pages

Comparison of traditional signature-based malware detection versus AI-powered behavioral analysis. Real-world testing results show AI catches 97% of zero-day threats versus 34% for signatures alone.

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Browser Tracking Technologies: From Cookies to Fingerprinting

December 2024 • 52 pages

Comprehensive analysis of tracking technologies including cookies, super cookies, ETags, canvas fingerprinting, WebGL fingerprinting, and emerging tracking methods. Includes defense mechanisms and effectiveness ratings.

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Practical Security Guides

Complete Identity Theft Recovery Guide

Step-by-step recovery process • 24 pages

Securing Your Home Network: Router to Smart Devices

Comprehensive home security • 19 pages

Small Business Cybersecurity Checklist

Essential security for SMBs • 15 pages

Parental Guide to Child Online Safety

Age-appropriate security • 22 pages