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Authy was acquired by American cloud communications company Twilio in 2015 (Source: Twilio)

33 million phone numbers exposed in major Authy data breach

Authy, a 2FA app owned by Twilio, was affected by a data breach earlier this week. A total of 33 million phone numbers were exposed. Twilio confirmed that no other user data was compromised, with the Authy app since receiving a ne...
Anubhav Sharma, 05 Jul 2024 23:07
LAUSD chatbot provider AllHere goes out of business after taking over $2 million for three months of poor service while violating student data privacy. (Image source: LAUSD)

Los Angeles Unified School District chatbot provider Allhere goes belly up after taking over $2 million for three months of poor performance while violating student data privacy

Los Angeles Unified School District Ed AI chatbot service provider AllHere has gone belly up after taking over $2 million for three months of poor service while violating student data privacy. The Harvard-educated CEO and most emp...
David Chien, 04 Jul 2024 07:56
The H1. (Source: HiDock)

HiDock H1 debuts as smart conference speaker powered by GPT-4o and 11-in-1 docking station in one

HiDock touts its new product as the ultimate, most futuristic laptop dock of the future. Not only can it automatically record the voice calls taken over its inbuilt speaker, it can use AI to record and produce written transcriptio...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Jul 2024 18:34
0patch is an alternative solution for Windows 10 support beyond 2025 (Source: 0Patch Blog)

0Patch promises Windows 10 support until 2030

While Microsoft plans to end support for Windows 10 in late 2025, 0patch comes with the promise of supporting Windows 10 v22H2 with critical security patches until 2030 and even further if there is enough demand. Fortunately, the ...
Codrut Nistor, 01 Jul 2024 09:37
The A510. (Source: 70mai)

70mai A510 debuts as dash cam with extra added ADAS, Sony night vision and optional 4G/LTE

70mai asserts that its latest dash cam can act as an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) as well as a vehicle surveillance system. Based on the on-trend Sony STARVIS 2 sensor, the A510 is also packed with features such as nig...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 28 Jun 2024 19:16
AU10TIX exposed personal identity information of verified individuals by failing to secure admin account for 18 months. (Source: 404 Media)

ID verification company AU10TIX exposed ID information for users of Coinbase, Fiverr, LinkedIn, PayPal, and Upwork to hackers by failing to secure admin login for 18 months

Identity verification company AU10TIX has exposed identity information for users of Coinbase, Fiverr, LinkedIn, PayPal, Upwork, and more to hackers by failing to secure admin login for 18 months. The admin account had access to th...
28 Jun 2024 06:55
Nintendo is tightening up its internal security ahead of the launch of the Switch 2 console. (Image source: Nintendo)

Nintendo leak crackdown could end Switch 2 leaks as console maker tightens security

A Nintendo leaker accidentally outed their source to Bloomberg, while other leaks allegedly originated from a Google employee with access to Nintendo's YouTube channel. Nintendo retaliated by tightening up its IT security and push...
Julian van der Merwe, 27 Jun 2024 20:17
Kaspersky banned from US sales and updates after July 20th by US Dept of Commerce. (Source: Kaspersky)

US Department of Commerce bans Kaspersky from selling to Americans starting July 20th

The US Department of Commerce will ban Kaspersky in America beginning July 20, 2024. The ban under Information and Communications Technology and Services regulations will effectively prevent Kaspersky from selling and updating pro...
David Chien, 21 Jun 2024 06:06
Massive cyberattack on the CDK dealership management system cripples over 15K North American auto dealerships. (Source: CDK)

Cyberattack cripples 15,000+ North American auto dealerships that use the CDK dealership management system

A massive cyberattack has crippled over 15,000 North American auto dealerships that use the CDK dealership management system. The software-as-a-service can manage all aspects of a dealership from quotes to service to sales. Affect...
David Chien, 20 Jun 2024 23:11
Secure USB flash drive (Generated using DALL·E 3)

Tails 6.4 debuts with improved cryptographic capabilities

Taking its level of security one step further, Tails 6.4 comes with a random seed on the USB stick that strengthens all its cryptographic functions. Thanks to it, the Persistent Storage, Tor, or HTTPS are now more secure. Addition...
Codrut Nistor, 19 Jun 2024 14:32
Adobe users are not happy with changes to the software's terms of use that raise questions about how Adobe plans to use its users' content. (Image source: Adobe / X - edited)

Adobe responds to terms of use fiasco, insists no unauthorised AI training — user scepticism ensues

Adobe recently stirred up controversy with an update to its terms of use, seemingly demanding unfettered access to user-generated content. The concerns were amplified by fears of Adobe using user content to train its Firefly gener...
Julian van der Merwe, 07 Jun 2024 23:12
Kali Linux 2024.2 now available (Source: Kali Linux Blog)

Kali Linux 2024.2 launches with updated desktops and bug fixes

Security and forensics-focused Kali Linux is back with bug updates and tweaks, as well as new tools and desktop updates. Released yesterday, Kali 2024.2 includes Gnome 46 and Xfce updates for Kali-Undercover and HiDPI, as well as ...
Codrut Nistor, 06 Jun 2024 17:52
It is well known how valuable private information is. (Image: pixabay/wal_172619)

Car versus privacy: study gives consistently miserable marks

The worst results that a privacy check by Mozilla has ever produced. And it's not at all surprising that all the car manufacturers tested were criticized - some, fortunately, less so.
Mario Petzold, 03 Jun 2024 20:20
DARPA releases deepfake tools to help counter fake AI pictures, voices, and news. (Source: DARPA)

DARPA releases deepfake detection tools and starts collaborative challenges to develop more

DARPA has released its deepfake detection tools developed in its Semantic Forensics program to counter AI threats. Nearly two dozen tools help detect deepfake photos and videos as well as AI-generated text and voice. Collaborative...
David Chien, 02 Jun 2024 09:22
Probably the most secure an August smart lock has ever been. (Source: Yale Amazon store)

Yale Keypad Touch brings August smart locks to 2024 with a fingerprint upgrade

Households with August retrofit smart locks now have the convenient option of biometric access via the Yale Keypad Touch. The wireless keypad + fingerprint scanner helps the premium smart lock compete favourably with the latest of...
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 31 May 2024 15:11
The Aqara U50 smart lock gives every budget a chance at the Home Key experience. (Source: Aqara)

Aqara’s U50 smart lock supports Matter and Home Key, but has no fingerprint reader

At $149.99, the Aqara U50 is officially the least expensive Apple Home Key smart lock around, taking over the entry-level place of the U100. Not only can the U50 be operated via voice commands, passwords, key cards and the mere ta...
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 30 May 2024 04:54
Thieves are now using hidden surveillance cameras to monitor homes and strike when unoccupied. (Source: Press Enterprise - Courtesy photo)

Thieves target unoccupied homes for theft in Los Angeles and Orange County using hidden surveillance cameras

Thieves in Los Angeles and Orange County, California are using hidden cameras to target unoccupied homes for theft. Wireless home security cameras can be knocked out with Wi-Fi jammers, but as homeowners smarten up and switch to w...
David Chien, 28 May 2024 05:28
Motorola Edge 50 Pro now banned in Germany (Source: Motorola)

Multiple Motorola and Lenovo devices banned in Germany

In the aftermath of a patent dispute, Motorola and Lenovo are no longer allowed to sell smartphones and laptops with WWAN modules. Although some targeted Lenovo laptops can still be acquired as long as existing stocks last, the br...
Codrut Nistor, 13 May 2024 16:55
The H9c Dual. (Source: EZVIZ)

EZVIZ' new dual 2K pan/tilt outdoor camera hailed as new frontier in home security tech

EZVIZ asserts that its latest pan/tilt (PT) outdoor Wi-Fi camera comes with double the security as it has double the lenses. Both of the H9c's cameras are rated for a resolution of 2K, although they have discrete zoom and wide-ang...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 06 May 2024 17:12
Microsoft rolls out passkey authentication for consumer accounts to replace passwords. (Source: AI generated by Dall-E 3)

Microsoft joins Apple and Google rolling out passkeys support to consumer accounts for passwordless logins

Microsoft has rolled out passkeys support to consumer accounts, joining an effort by major companies including Apple and Google to eliminate password use. The login method utilizes face, fingerprint, or pin authentication, typical...
David Chien, 06 May 2024 04:30
CEO of Pro Network Entities sentenced for importing counterfeit Cisco equipment sold to military bases, schools, and more. (source: AI generated image Dall-E 3)

CEO trafficking counterfeit Cisco networking equipment into US military bases, government sites, hospitals, and schools sentenced to merely 78 months in prison

The CEO of Pro Network Entities trafficking counterfeit Cisco networking equipment into America has been sentenced to merely 78 months in prison. Despite supplying hundreds of millions of dollars of fake, potentially compromised C...
David Chien, 05 May 2024 06:02
Windows users may find themselves unable to connect to VPNs after the latest update (Image Source: ExpressVPN)

Microsoft's latest Windows update breaks VPN connectivity

Microsoft has officially acknowledged that the Windows security update for April could prevent the use of VPNs, affecting all versions of Windows 11, Windows 10 and Windows Server. While a fix is on the way, the only solution unti...
Vishal Bhardwaj, 03 May 2024 10:00
The EP3x Pro. (Source: EZVIZ)

EZVIZ' latest video doorbell launches with dual-lens tech and solar power back-up

EZVIZ' latest video doorbell is its first to come with its own solar power for potentially always-on operation. The EP3x Pro is also rated to 'expand' its field of vision with dual cameras, and to keep the user alerted as to the a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 27 Apr 2024 15:19
Microsoft is a cyber security threat (Source: DALL·E 3-generated image)

Microsoft considered a national security risk by former White House cyber policy director

With a share of over 85% in the productivity software segment and more than 90% in the operating system market share currently in use with the federal agencies, Microsoft reigns supreme in the US. However, this makes it quite slug...
Codrut Nistor, 22 Apr 2024 23:27
The G7 countries, Ukraine and China are deep blue. Unfortunately, there is no data on Russia. (Image: imperva)

Every second click a bot: human activity on the internet almost in the minority

Of course, there are many automated processes on the Internet. Search engines like Google browse for new content. AI makes use of freely available knowledge. What is worrying, however, is the development of so-called bad bots.
Mario Petzold, 19 Apr 2024 10:29
A vulnerability has been found in the Windows version of Telegram Messenger (image: created with Dall-E 3).

Security vulnerability in Telegram Messenger's Windows application allowed code execution after clicking on video

A simple spelling error in the source code of the Telegram Messenger Windows application let attackers bypass a security warning. This enabled the automatic execution of Python scripts after clicking on a link disguised as a video...
Alexander Pensler, 15 Apr 2024 12:15
U.S. Department of Defense orders removal of China-made battery energy storage systems due to cyberattack risks. (Source: Camp Lejeune - Lance Cpl. Loriann Dauscher)

U.S. Department of Defense proactively eliminating Chinese battery energy storage systems from use due to foreign threat risks

The U.S. Department of Defense has proactively begun eliminating all Chinese battery energy storage system from use across all branches of the military, including the Navy, due foreign threat risks. China, Russia, and other countr...
David Chien, 15 Apr 2024 06:55
Google One: VPN to be discontinued, so users now have to look for an alternative.

Existing customers also affected: Google removes Google One function without replacement

Tech giant Google is restricting the range of functions of Google One, which is intended to ensure easy surfing with a high level of privacy protection, including protection in public WiFi networks, for example.
Silvio Werner, 14 Apr 2024 03:45
The newly discovered vulnerability is causing concern in the Linux community (image: generated with Dall-E 3).

New Linux kernel vulnerability grants attackers root privileges

A recently discovered vulnerability in the Linux kernel could allow an attacker to gain root privileges. Exploits are available for several Linux distributions, but the vulnerability does not appear to be fully patched.
Alexander Pensler, 12 Apr 2024 14:23
Hackers are using vulnerable Facebook pages to distribute malware (Image source: Midjourney)

Fake Midjourney AI Facebook page with 1.2 million followers gets caught for pushing malware

A Facebook page with 1.2 million followers claiming to offer free access to Midjourney AI got caught for pushing malware and infostealers. It, along with many other hacked pages doing the same thing with other generative AI tools,...
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 11 Apr 2024 07:05
Bitdefender reveals root vulnerability in LG WebOS powered HDTVs and commerical signage monitors. (Source: LG)

Bitdefender details root vulnerability in LG WebOS v4 to v7 affecting LG HDTVs and commercial signage monitors

Bitdefender has detailed a serious vulnerability in LG WebOS v4 to v7 allowing hackers to gain root access on LG HDTVs and commercial signage monitors that use this operating system. Over 91,000 potentially vulnerable displays are...
David Chien, 10 Apr 2024 00:28
Windows 10 translucent start menu (Source: Microsoft)

Microsoft Windows 10 ESU subscriptions will start at $61 per year

After October 2025, when official support for Microsoft's Windows 10 operating system will end, those interested in continuing to use it will have to pay. The Extended Security Updates (ESU) support will not be cheap, starting at ...
Codrut Nistor, 04 Apr 2024 12:12
AT&T Store on North West Avenue - Jackson, MI (Source: AT&T)

AT&T confirms massive customer data leak

The largest wireless carrier in the United States is currently investigating how the data of 73 million customers (current and former) has ended up on the dark web. While AT&T decided to go with a mass reset of account passcodes a...
Codrut Nistor, 01 Apr 2024 12:03
Massive vulnerability threatens several Linux distributions, especially those that update quickly (Image: generated with Dall-E 3)

Backdoor injected into XZ compression tools in several Linux distributions

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the XZ compression tools, allowing remote access via SSH remote logins. Rolling Linux distributions are particularly affected, an update is already available.
Alexander Pensler, 30 Mar 2024 08:40
OpenAI demonstrates capabilities of Voice Engine that can clone a person's voice with a 15 second sample. (AI image Dall-E 3)

OpenAI previews ability of Voice Engine to convincingly clone a person’s voice with 15 second voice sample

OpenAI has previewed the ability of its Voice Engine technology to convincingly clone a person’s voice with a 15 second voice sample. The Engine can also transfer a person’s accent into other spoken languages while translating spe...
David Chien, 30 Mar 2024 01:41
macOS Sonoma got a new security update (Source: Apple)

Apple macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 irons out USB Hub and Java bugs

Released earlier this week, macOS Sonoma 14.4.1 is a minor security update that takes care of Java apps crashing, a problem that surfaced with version 14.4 of Apple's operating system, as well as the USB Hub-related issues that ca...
Codrut Nistor, 29 Mar 2024 19:07
Most companies make few edits to Chromium's source code. Apparently, Yandex does not follow suit (Image source: AI generated)

Yandex seems to be the only major Web browser for Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 that still gets updated regularly

CheckMag Whereas Chrome 109, Opera 95 and most other Chromium-based Web browsers for Windows 7/8.1 got their last update in January 2023, Yandex 24.1.4 is built around Chromium 120 and is therefore a lot safer to use. One will have to chan...
Sergey Tarasov, 28 Mar 2024 18:48
KDE's Global Themes allow scripts to run commands as the root user, resulting in a potential security hazard for users of the Linux desktop environment. (Image source: KDE - edited)

KDE Plasma theming security nightmare: scripting feature can run root commands including the worst Linux meme

KDE Plasma's Global Themes can run scripts in the background, which can run commands as a root user, including the infamous “sudo rm -rf" which wipes the user's root partition, causing significant data loss. KDE is aware of the is...
Julian van der Merwe, 25 Mar 2024 21:11
Criminals can open all Saflok RFID secured doors on a property using one keycard to create a master keycard. (Source: AI Image Dall-E 3)

Security researchers disclose vulnerability in three million Dormakaba Saflok RFID locks used in hotels and homes across 131 countries

Security researchers have disclosed a vulnerability in three million Dormakaba Saflok RFID locks. After reading one keycard used on the premise, criminals can create a working keycard using a MIFARE Classic card, NFC hacking tool,...
David Chien, 24 Mar 2024 04:48
Apple's M1 and M2 family of silicon has a baked in security vulnerability dubbed "GoFetch." (Image: Apple)

Apple M-series chips have serious security flaw baked in, fix will result in performance hit

Security researchers have uncovered a major security vulnerability affecting Apple’s M1 and M2 family of chips. Using a crafted attack, researchers were able to use what is known as a “side-channel” to access and decode security k...
Sanjiv Sathiah, 22 Mar 2024 05:24
Samsung's next-gen car camera. (Source: Korea Herald)

Next-gen Samsung all-weather automotive camera with groundbreaking lens design about to hit factory lines

Samsung's Electro-Mechanics division has developed the camera every auto manufacturer is going to want as part of their next-gen vehicles, according to the latest reports. The potentially crucial module is backed to last up to six...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Mar 2024 18:09
There are currently no comparable restrictions for other messengers such as Telegram or Signal. (Source: DallE 3)

WhatsApp restricts screenshot function

To make life difficult for cyber criminals, Meta is restricting the screenshot function when using WhatsApp. However, the update has not yet arrived on all smartphones.
Marius Müller, 15 Mar 2024 12:45
Not an original trick, but with considerable damage - phishing at the Supercharger. (Image: Tesla)

Hack and steal a Tesla in just a few steps

Two security experts hijack access to the car at the Tesla Supercharger and create their own key. Neither a lot of technology nor a lot of effort was required.
Mario Petzold, 11 Mar 2024 14:47
The LAPD is recommending hard-wired home security systems to counter organized thieves using Wi-Fi jammers. (Source: AI generated image Dall-E 3)

Los Angeles Police Department warning home owners to hard-wire home security systems as organized theft rings quickly defeat wireless security with jammers

The Los Angeles Police Department is warning home owners to hard-wire their home security systems. Organized theft rings from Los Angeles and South America are utilizing Wi-Fi jammers to disable wireless security systems in second...
David Chien, 11 Mar 2024 04:44
"Toothbrush botnet hacker" might not be as ridiculous as it sounds. (DALLE 3-generated image)

Toothbrush botnet isn't as far-fetched as it seems as there are plenty of connected devices that could get you hacked

CheckMag The toothbrush botnet was one of those examples of the mainstream media fanning flames without the correct facts. However, the concept isn’t entirely unrealistic. Buying any connected device, particularly those from China, has the...
David Devey, 10 Mar 2024 20:37
The latest piece of smart home tech from Aqara (Source: Aqara)

Aqara U200 is a Matter-over-Thread smart lock that promises support for Home Key

Aqara's upgrade to the U100 deadbolt has just launched on Kickstarter. The new smart lock U200 now sports a retrofit design and is compatible with Matter and Thread. Like its predecessor, it will soon support Apple Home Key, makin...
Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 08 Mar 2024 15:40
The Libon. (Source: PVY)

PVY Libon previewed as ultra-lightweight, long-range e-bike

PVY has announced that its next e-bike, the Libon, will blend performance and endurance in a light-weight form-factor. It will do so via innovative dual battery technology, touted to give it up to ~160 miles of range. It is also p...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Feb 2024 22:08
The Sony PlayStation 5 now supports account logins via passkeys. (Image: Sony)

Enough of passwords: Sony PS4 and PlayStation 5 now support passkeys

Anyone logging into the PlayStation Network on a Sony PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5 no longer needs a password, as Sony now supports passkeys. This is intended to provide better protection for accounts and make the login process ...
Hannes Brecher, 23 Feb 2024 23:58
Acemagic has made a statement regarding the malware on its PCs.

Virus scandal: Acemagic comments on infected PCs and offers affected customers several options

Acemagic has commented on the preinstalled viruses on its own PC systems. Affected customers can have their devices exchanged or receive compensation, even if they keep the devices. The company has also announced several measures ...
Silvio Werner, 22 Feb 2024 23:44
Automotive Grade Wi-Fi 7 is on the way. (Source: Qualcomm)

MWC 2024 | Qualcomm Snapdragon Auto Connectivity Platform upgrade touted to bring Wi-Fi 7 to next-gen cars

Qualcomm has announced that it will bring its first ever "Automotive Grade" Wi-Fi 7 access point to MWC 2024. The new addition to the Snapdragon Auto Connectivity platform is thus touted to bring cutting-edge bandwidth, interferen...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 21 Feb 2024 19:38

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