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Official support for Ubuntu 23.04 ends today, January 25, 2024 (Image: Canonical).

Linux: Ubuntu 23.04 reaches end of support, upgrade to Ubuntu 23.10 recommended

As of today, January 25, 2024, Ubuntu 23.04 has reached the end of support and will no longer receive security updates. Linux users still using Ubuntu 23.04 are advised to upgrade to version 23.10.

Alexander Pensler, 25 Jan 2024 16:41

A recent dump of breached accounts included 12 TB of data. (Images: stock photos w/ edits)

"Mother of all Breaches:" Massive data leak includes 12 TB of hacked info across billions of accounts

Dubbed the "Mother of all Breaches" by Cybernews, a massive leak containing over 12 terabytes of data was recently discovered. The data includes information from billions of accounts and records from large corporations like Twitte...

Sam Medley, 23 Jan 2024 17:06

HP's Dynamic Security ensures the use of only HP ink cartridges in its printers (Image Source: HP)

HP cites threat of viruses from non-HP printer cartridges to justify blocking their use, experts sceptical

HP CEO Enrique Lores has sought to justify the company’s controversial Dynamic Security feature, which disables any printer with a third-party cartridge installed, by stating that non-HP cartridges might be used to inject malware ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 23 Jan 2024 07:49

VIOFO VS1 launches as super-minimalist 2K Sony STARVIS 2-powered dash-cam

Viofo claims to have developed the ideal dash-cam for users who want as much of a hands-free experience as possible in the new VS1. Its "tiny" form-factor integrates a novel rotating mount for more freedom of placement within the ...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 18 Jan 2024 17:55

The Xiaomi Solar Outdoor Camera BW 400 Pro Set will be launched globally. (Picture. Xiaomi)

New security camera from Xiaomi with local storage can operate autonomously thanks to solar power and rechargeable battery

Xiaomi is launching the Solar Outdoor Camera BW400 Pro Set, a new outdoor security camera that comes with a base station for local storage. It can also be operated independently of the power grid thanks to solar power and a rechar...

Marcus Schwarten, 14 Jan 2024 23:58

The SEC's X account was hacked earlier this week, resulting in fake news about Bitcoin ETFs being spread. (Image via Shutterstock and SEC, w/ edits)

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission X account hacked

The X account of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission, which oversees and regulates investments, was hacked earlier this week. The hackers created a false post stating that Bitcoin ETFs had been approved for tradin...

Sam Medley, 13 Jan 2024 00:19

HP Fortis x360 11-inch G5 Chromebook debuts as tough, long-lasting work-ready PC

HP claims that its latest Chrome OS convertible can last the course as a rugged work PC. The Fortis x360 G5 is also touted to be as adapted to writing by hand as it is to typing, thanks to its Gorilla Glass 3-enhanced screen and o...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2024 21:42

Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook. (Source: HP)

HP Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook launches as resilient new work PC

The Fortis 11-inch G10 Chromebook is another new HP PC "purpose-built" to "stay productive" regardless of what it encounters at work, spills and drops included. It is also equipped with a Titan C chip for security as well as "resp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2024 19:53

HP Pro Fortis x360 11-inch G11 launches touted as productivity tank of a Windows convertible

HP asserts that its new Pro Fortis-series Windows 360-degree convertible is built to withstand any professional or educational environment in 2024 with a MIL-STD-810-tested chassis and Gorilla Glass 3 screen. It is also equipped w...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 11 Jan 2024 18:54

Operation Triangulation is Kaspersky's ongoing investigation of the iOS attack (Image Source: Bing AI)

Most sophisticated iPhone malware attack ever seen detailed in Kaspersky's 'Operation Triangulation' report

Researchers at cybersecurity firm Kaspersky have revealed details of the “most sophisticated” iOS attack they have ever seen, as part of the ongoing investigation called Project Triangulation. The attack originates from a message ...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 31 Dec 2023 20:41

Tesla’s Autopilot hacked by German students

It took three Berlin students 600 euros worth of tools, time, and specialized technical knowledge to activate Tesla's ultimate "Elon mode", a “godlike” function that allows users to take control of the car's autonomous driving fea...

Robert Gelo, 30 Dec 2023 17:37

The first recorded Tesla Cybertruck collision with another vehicle reveals much about the crashworthiness and crash compatibility of the outlandish electric pickup. (Image source: X/Reddit - edited)

First Tesla Cybertruck crash wipes out front of Toyota Corolla while electric pickup takes on little damage, lends credence to prior safety criticism

A Tesla Cybertruck collided with a Toyota Corolla in California. While only minor injuries were sustained during the collision, the Toyota seems to have taken most of the abuse. The stark contrast between the damage sustained by t...

Julian van der Merwe, 29 Dec 2023 21:50

Screenshots of the Telegram group show camera footage from bedrooms for sale

Hacked security cam footage from bedrooms, dressing rooms, spas found to be on sale on Telegram group

A disturbing Telegram group has been found selling private footage from hacked security cameras placed in bedrooms, dressing rooms, toilets and spas around Vietnam. The hackers offer three tiers of paid access to the camera footag...

Vishal Bhardwaj, 21 Dec 2023 17:07

Despite the enhanced AI features, Imou's Bullet 3 comes off as a mild refresh. (Image source: Imou)

AI security cameras for surveillance on a budget: IMOU launches the Bullet 3 and Cruiser 2C

Much like its earlier releases, Imou's latest security cameras come with full-color night vision, customizable detection zones, IP67 water-resistance and AI detection for humans, vehicles and pets. Neither the Bullet 3 nor the Cru...

Sarfo Ashong-Listowell, 21 Dec 2023 03:09

The Honor Pad 9. (Source: Digital Chat Station via Weibo)

Honor Pad 9 touted to launch with paper-like display and generous storage options

Honor has announced that it has a product to launch later in December 2023 - however, it is a tablet rather than a certain upcoming flagship smartphone. Regardless, the Pad 9 is now backed to launch with next-gen "soft light" disp...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 16 Dec 2023 18:56

X (Twitter) violates GDPR and DSA: Illegal micro-targeting for political advertising

X (Twitter) violates GDPR and Digital Services Act: Illegal micro-targeting for political advertising

The EU Commission has been placing advertisements on X for planned chat control. To this end, they have been specifically evaluating and contacting users based on political interests. The fact that this is possible on the platform...

Christian Hintze, 15 Dec 2023 00:16

Littlebird Connected Care Marlon lets parents track their young children's health and location continously over LTE. (Source: Littlebird Connected Care)

Littlebird Connected Care announces Marlon wearable for location tracking and health monitoring of children over T-Mobile USA cellular connections

Littlebird Connected Care has announced the first ever, child wearable capable of allowing parents to monitor their young children's location and health remotely - the Littlebird Marlon. Continuous transmission of health and locat...

David Chien, 12 Dec 2023 10:04

A new security vulnerability puts password manager apps under Android at risk (Image: Dan Nelson/Unsplash).

AutoSpill vulnerability of Android password managers exposes login data

Entering passwords using the autofill function in password managers has a security vulnerability on Android devices. Malicious apps can use the WebView module to spy on login details as they are entered.

Alexander Pensler, 12 Dec 2023 01:45

Despite an alarming security vulnerability, Counter-Strike 2 still managed over 1 million concurrent players on December 11. (Image source: Valve)

Counter-Strike 2 exploit briefly allows malicious code injection, IP grabbing before developer hastily issues patch

A Counter-Strike 2 security vulnerability was discovered this week, allowing enterprising players to access the IP addresses and run code on machines of other players in the game lobby. The exploit affected the lobby voting mechan...

Julian van der Merwe, 12 Dec 2023 01:28

Messenger now supports end-to-end encryption by default. Image source: RDNE Stock project/Pexels

Meta introduces default end-to-end encryption for Messenger

Meta has commenced the extensive deployment of default end-to-end encryption protection for its Messenger platform, following years of announcements and limited testing.

Robert Gelo, 11 Dec 2023 16:23

FBI and other US authorities warn of most common email scams

As part of the Don't Click December initiative, US consumers are set to receive ongoing updates and guidance to enhance their awareness and resilience against fraudulent online activities.

Robert Gelo, 07 Dec 2023 15:48

Almost 7 million 23andMe users were affected in a recent data breach. (Image via 23andMe w/ edits)

Genetic testing company 23andMe discloses security breach affecting 6.9 million users

23andMe, a company known for tracing ancestry via genetic testing, recently closed an investigation into unauthorized access of user accounts. The investigation revealed that roughly 6.9 user accounts were affected in the breach, ...

Sam Medley, 06 Dec 2023 20:05

Image source: DreamStudio by stability.ai

North Korean hackers rake up US$3B in Crypto over six years

Recorded Future’s Insikt Group reported that hackers backed by a regime have acquired an estimated US$3 billion by targeting the cryptocurrency and finance industry, with South Korea being their primary target, as well as the rest...

Robert Gelo, 05 Dec 2023 14:40

Security gaps in the open source services prompted a server update (Image: Nextcloud/Owncloud)

Security gaps discovered in Nextcloud and ownCloud's cloud software

Cloud computing programs Nextcloud and ownCloud were recently affected by several security gaps that allowed third parties to access stored server files. The vulnerabilities have already been fixed in the current versions.

Alexander Pensler, 04 Dec 2023 23:36

Deepfake creation is made simple with generative AI applications (symbolic image: Bing AI)

Deepfake scandal at high school calls lawmakers to action

Since deepfake images created by AI have been circulating at a school, lawmakers want to take stricter action against creators and distributors of non-consensual deepfakes. With the advancement of AI, creating such fake images wit...

Nicole Dominikowski, 02 Dec 2023 18:45

Bad bots are increasingly attacking customer service call centers. (Image source: MS Bing/DALL-E 3)

Malicious bots generate over 70% of Internet traffic

According to a recent analysis by fraud prevention software Arkose Labs, the majority of internet traffic in 2023 has come from malicious bots driven by artificial intelligence. Bad bot practices include card testing, account scra...

Robert Gelo, 01 Dec 2023 17:52

(Image source: DreamStudio/stability.ai)

US government investigates cyber attacks on water suppliers in Pennsylvania and Texas

The attacks targeted water facilities, with the hackers gaining control of a water station in Pennsylvania and claiming to have stolen data from a regional water supplier in Texas. One of these attacks is suspected to have been st...

Robert Gelo, 30 Nov 2023 16:54

The breach was detected during a similar attack on Dutch airline Transavia. (Image source: MS Bing/DALL-E 3)

Chinese hackers breach Dutch semiconductor giant NXP

Chimera group infiltrated the network of Dutch semiconductor giant NXP, gaining access for over two years from late 2017 to the beginning of 2020. The breach remained undetected until late 2019.

Robert Gelo, 27 Nov 2023 22:25

Ransomware attacks hit Stanford University and Nassau Bay in Texas

In May, the Akira gang ransomware attack hit the Texas community, and only on Wednesday did the affected 8,000 citizens receive a note about it. A few days earlier, Stanford University was listed as the target of a ransomware atta...

Robert Gelo, 24 Nov 2023 19:37

The Mi 10T is also affected (Image: Xiaomi)

Xiaomi Mi and Poco: These smartphones are no longer officially supported, potentially posing a security risk

Xiaomi has announced which smartphones will no longer be officially supported in the future. The list is extensive and also includes popular models; the discontinuation of support is likely to become a security-relevant factor for...

Silvio Werner, 23 Nov 2023 03:54

Signal: How much it costs to run a messenger app

Under the headline "Privacy is Priceless, but Signal is Expensive", non-commercial messenger Signal provides interesting insights into the infrastructure of a messenger app and its costs.

Christian Hintze, 18 Nov 2023 22:57

Anonymous Sudan claimed responsibility. Unrelated to Anonymous. (Source: MS Bing/DALL-E 3)

Cyberattacks disrupt OpenAI's ChatGPT

The Popular ChatGPT service suffered widespread outages, possibly caused by a DDoS attack. Anonymous Sudan, a group linked to Russia, claimed responsibility.

Robert Gelo, 17 Nov 2023 19:45

7 warning signs your iPhone may be tracked

CheckMag By recognizing the signs of mobile phone tracking, you can determine whether your iPhone is being monitored. Below are 7 warning signs your iPhone may be tracked, which range from unexpected Apple ID login alerts to unusual data u...

Triet Le, 13 Nov 2023 21:49

Microsoft Outlook Windows client version 20231027003.15 (Source: Own)

The new Outlook gives Microsoft access to Gmail, Yahoo, iCloud, and IMAP accounts

Replacing Mail, Calendar, and the classic Outlook, Microsoft's new Outlook for Windows might be a security problem for some users. Available as a part of Windows 11 and as a standalone app, it shares all emails, contacts, and even...

Codrut Nistor, 10 Nov 2023 13:39

A leaked Xiaomi Car image. (Source: Car News China)

Xiaomi Car tipped to come with on-board crash detection

The personal electronics OEM Xiaomi has yet to follow through on its long-hyped foray into the automotive market; nevertheless, the company is still definitely working on it, according to a new leak. It reportedly reveals a new pa...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Nov 2023 20:55

The EU is one step away from mass digital surveillance. (image source: recheck.io)

New proposed eiDAS amendment gives the EU legal mandate to surveil HTTPS sites

Article 45 would grant EU governments total control over HTTPS root certificates, allowing for internet traffic interception across the entire EU space. 300 internet security experts are now trying to raise awareness regarding the...

Bogdan Solca, 02 Nov 2023 17:52

Psync Camera Genie S launches touted as world's first GPT-powered indoor security camera

GPT has found its way into the smart home with the Camera Genie S, a gadget backed by its maker Psync Labs, Inc to keep watch over domestic life in the smartest way possible. The Genie S is rated to leverage its "innovative genera...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 01 Nov 2023 19:27

Google pays hackers to fix AI security problems

Google offers $12 million for hackers to tackle generative AI attacks

Google is encouraging hackers to reveal possible threats to its AI systems. Previously, the company employed its internal "AI Red Team" to investigate attack techniques on artificial intelligence. However, the updated program now ...

Nicole Dominikowski, 31 Oct 2023 16:45

Reolink's latest solar cameras. (Source: Reolink)

Reolink 4K Solar Camera Series launches touted as fully wireless home security solutions

Reolink has announced that all of its latest accessories "revolutionize" battery-powered home security systems with both solar power and "4K clarity" across the board. The line-up also includes choices of either Wi-Fi- or standalo...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Oct 2023 19:15

Microsoft's HoloLens virtual reality headset to be redesigned to better resist hacker attacks.

Microsoft HoloLens for the military: Hacker attacks on VR headset may cause physical pain

The HoloLens virtual reality headset, which Microsoft manufactures for the US military, has met with widespread rejection by soldiers because it can cause various physical ailments. There are now also fears that hacker attacks on ...

Nicole Dominikowski, 20 Oct 2023 01:08

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max flagship (Source: Apple)

iOS 17.0.1, iPadOS 17.0.1, and macOS 13.6 bring critical security patches

Released just a few days after iOS 17 and iPadOS 17, the 17.0.1 updates arrive to take care of three vulnerabilities. Launched two months after macOS 13.5, macOS 13.6 also patches two of the three vulnerabilities targeted by the u...

Codrut Nistor, 25 Sep 2023 19:17

Apple has made privacy a cornerstone of its products and services. (Source: Apple)

Siri app tracking enabled by default, appears to access user data without express user consent

Apple has made privacy a cornerstone of its customer experience across its product lineup. However, there has been more than one occasion where the company has fallen short of its claims, and it might still have some work to do ye...

Sanjiv Sathiah, 24 Sep 2023 14:19

This router is getting a successor. (Source: Charter)

Spectrum Advanced WiFi next-gen router to support Wi-Fi 7 thanks to Qualcomm

Qualcomm has announced that it will partner the US broadband company Charter to deliver a new router for the latter's Spectrum Advanced WiFi service. It is rated to deliver 10 gigabit per second (Gb/s) wired speeds as well as Wi-F...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 20 Sep 2023 19:47

TikTok slapped with ~US$370 million fine for mis-handling underage user data

The Republic of Ireland's Data Protection Commission (DPC) has concluded that TikTok has violated various aspects of GDPR as it relates to "child users". The social media giant faces a "reprimand" as well as a multi-million-euro f...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 17 Sep 2023 15:15

A "Galaxy SmartTag2" lifestyle shot. (Source: MobileFun)

Samsung Galaxy SmartTag 2 possible launch date, pricing and color options presented in new leak

Samsung is said to have updated its second-gen smart tracker to premium ultra-wide band (UWB) connectivity and a larger, possibly more user-friendly, form-factor. Its latest leak purports to confirm this design change as well as a...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 25 Aug 2023 20:02

An AI-ready AMD stack server. (Source: AMD)

Over 66% of IT heads see AI as an advantage, but only ~50% are ready to adopt it

According to new AMD-commissioned research, nearly 80% of the 2,000+ "IT leaders" surveyed believed that AI will boost their productivity, while 70% of them believe that it will result in an improved work-life balance. Despite thi...

Deirdre O'Donnell, 15 Aug 2023 23:10

It appears that Tesla's AMD-based infotainment systems have a fatal security flaw that can be exploited with off-the-shelf-hardware. (Image source: Various - edited)

Tesla hack exploits AMD vulnerability to access user data and unlock US$15,000 in paid software-locked features

A group of enterprising hackers has managed to take advantage of a known exploit in Tesla's in-vehicle software that allowed them to access thousands of dollars in software-locked features, sideload custom apps, and, most alarming...

Julian van der Merwe, 03 Aug 2023 23:10

Over 100 malicious signed Windows drivers blocked by Microsoft

The security advisory that arrived alongside yesterday's updates for Windows revealed that Microsoft has blocked over 100 malicious signed drivers. Back in February, researchers from a trio of security companies informed the tech ...

Codrut Nistor, 12 Jul 2023 13:41

July 2023 security update for the Samsung Galaxy S23 lineup now available

The July security patch has started rolling out in the US, where all Galaxy S23 series devices locked on T-Mobile are receiving the 425 MB software package. Other regions should follow in the coming days. The update is based on An...

Codrut Nistor, 03 Jul 2023 12:41