Why I use this $200 Android tablet more than my iPad, and don’t regret it
For under $250, the Blackview Link 8 is a fantastic buy for an all-around Android tablet.READ MORE HERE…
Cyber Security Trending News
Crypto scams rake in $5.6B a year for cyberscum lowlifes, FBI says
Elderly people report the greatest losses The FBI just dropped its annual report examining the costs of crypto-related cybercrime, painting a predictably grim picture as total losses in the US exceeded $5.6 billion in 2023 – a 45 percent year-on-year increase.… READ MORE HERE…
Read MoreThanks, Edward Snowden: you propelled China to quantum networking leadership
Beijing aimed research at immediate needs – like blocking leaks – while the US sought abstract knowledge China has an undeniable lead in quantum networking technology – a state of affairs that should give the US pause, despite its lead in quantum computing.… READ MORE HERE…
Read MoreSingapore moots legislation to outlaw use of deepfakes during elections
With the country expected to hold its general elections soon, the bill is touted to provide safeguards against digitally manipulated content.
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Avis alerts nearly 300k car renters that crooks stole their info
‘Insider wrongdoing’ to blame for the breach Avis Rent A Car System has alerted 299,006 customers across multiple US states that their personal information was stolen in an August data breach.… READ MORE HERE…
Read MoreCOLDRIVER Crooks Take Pro Democracy NGOs For A Phishy Ride
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Read MoreWhat is a TPM, and why does Windows 11 require one?
Officially, Windows 11 requires a Trusted Platform Module. Here’s what it does and how you can work around that requirement if your old PC doesn’t have one.
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Predator spyware updated with dangerous new features, also now harder to track
Plus: Trump family X accounts hijacked to promote crypto scam; Fog ransomware spreads; Hijacked PyPI packages; and more Infosec in brief After activating its chameleon field and going to ground following press attention earlier this year, the dangerous Predator commercial spyware kit is back – with upgrades.… READ MORE HERE…
Read MoreEarth Preta Evolves its Attacks with New Malware and Strategies
In this blog entry, we discuss our analysis of Earth Preta’s enhancements in their attacks by introducing new tools, malware variants and strategies to their worm-based attacks and their time-sensitive spear-phishing campaign. Read More HERE…
Read MoreCisco merch shoppers stung in Magecart attack
The ‘security issue’ was caused by a 9.8-rated Magento flaw Adobe patched back in June Bad news for anyone who purchased a Cisco hoodie earlier this month: Suspected Russia-based attackers injected data-stealing JavaScript into the networking giant’s online store selling Cisco-branded merch.… READ MORE HERE…
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