Security

Krafton says PUBG: Battlegrounds permanently banned about 260,000 DMA cheaters in 2025 as its 2026 anti-cheat roadmap adds AI video analysis, stronger re-entry blocks, and false-ban review improvements.

While the state sector has long restricted the use of foreign networking equipment, the Federal Communications Commission’s recent actions mark a significant escalation. Now, "all consumer-grade routers produced in foreign countries" are banned from being imported to the US.

Apple says malicious web content has been used against out-of-date iPhones, and users on older iOS versions should install recent updates to stay protected.

Microsoft has acknowledged a new known issue in Windows 11 update KB5079473 that can block Microsoft account sign-ins in apps, including Teams Free, OneDrive, Edge, Word, and Excel.

Apple has detailed Background Security Improvements, a new system for delivering smaller security fixes to iPhone, iPad, and Mac users between full OS updates.

SecurityWeek and Hudson Rock point to infostealer-exposed credentials as a possible entry point, but Stryker’s investigation is still ongoing and the company has not confirmed the intrusion path.

Sony has introduced the IMX908, a new 4K security camera sensor with 1.45 µm LOFIC pixels, 96 dB dynamic range, and single-exposure HDR.

Microsoft has confirmed a Windows 11 known issue that can make the C: drive inaccessible on some Samsung PCs, although it says the root cause is the Galaxy Connect app.

Meta says a global anti-scam crackdown disabled more than 150,000 accounts linked to Southeast Asian scam-center networks, with 21 arrests reported in Thailand.

Microsoft has released out-of-band Windows 11 hotpatch KB5084597 for an RRAS security issue, with no restart required on eligible hotpatch-enabled devices.

Windows 11 users are reporting crashes, freezes, BSODs, and failed installs after KB5079473, but Microsoft still lists no known issues for the March 2026 update.

The FBI is seeking the public’s help to limit the number of Steam games with hidden malware. Infected titles downloaded from the marketplace stole money and confidential information. Valve is assisting the FBI with the investigation, but some gamers blame the company for lax moderation.

Meta has launched new AI-powered anti-scam tools for WhatsApp, Facebook, and Messenger, including device-linking warnings and suspicious friend request alerts.

Some gamers are refunding their Crimson Desert pre-orders. Pearl Abyss has added Denuvo DRM to its latest title, raising concerns about reduced performance and stuttering. Many buyers object to the anti-piracy protection appearing so close to the Crimson Desert release date.

Microsoft’s March 2026 Patch Tuesday fixes 79 flaws, including two publicly disclosed zero-days. Windows 11 gets KB5079473 and KB5078883, while Windows 10 receives KB5078885.

A recent security study reveals the severe risks of autonomous artificial intelligence, highlighting how easily these models can be manipulated into executing destructive actions like wiping entire email servers.

The Baseus X1 Pro security camera is majorly discounted on Amazon. It comes with dual 3K cameras and AI tracking, with no subscription required.

A computer engineer, Timothy D. Meadows, discovered that ARC Raiders was logging private Discord conversations, after which Embark Studios released a hotfix to address the issue.

Cisco has released a March 2026 bundled security update for Secure Firewall ASA, Secure FTD, and Secure FMC, addressing 48 vulnerabilities across 25 advisories, including two CVSS 10.0 flaws in Secure FMC.

Google says Chrome will move to a two-week major release cycle starting in September 2026, beginning with Chrome 153 on September 8, with Extended Stable remaining on an eight-week cadence for enterprise.

If you want to replace your Vodafone router with your own OpenWRT or x86-based router, the first step is enabling bridge mode. Only then does the Vodafone Station act as a pure modem, passing the internet connection directly to your new router without interference. In part 4 of my “Unbloated Network” series, I walk through how to enable bridge mode in the Vodafone account portal—and why the Homespot feature often prevents it.

Security Onion 2.4.210 is back with major improvements for the Onion AI Assistant, as well as local model support for Onion AI. Several system components of this platform that performs threat hunting and enterprise security monitoring were updated. This new version also comes with the usual set of minor tweaks and fixes.

One of the more recent Arch-based distros is Berserk Arch, which targets power users and "is not designed to be easy" but allows Linux connoisseurs to have a base to use for building their edge. Using Openbox as the default desktop environment, Berserk Arch 2026.03.01 updates several packages, including Firefox, Mesa, Vim, and more.

OpenAI says it amended its Pentagon contract to explicitly prohibit domestic surveillance of U.S. persons, including through commercially acquired personal data, and to confirm that any NSA use would require a separate agreement.

NATO, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, has authorized Apple mobile devices for use with classified information within the organization, according to Apple. This makes the iPhone and the iPad the first (and currently only) consumer devices to meet NATO's software security standards.

Many ISP-provided routers are closed black boxes with limited functionality. In part 3 of my “Unbloated Network” project, I show how to install OpenWRT on an x86 PC to replace the Vodafone router with your own hardware. Step by step, we’ll set up the latest stable release, including image selection, Linux-based installation, and partition expansion.

Version 7.5 of the Debian-based Irish-flavored Linux distro with a strong focus on online anonymity and security, namely Tails, is now available with several updated apps and the usual set of bugs and fixes. It is also the first version that installs Thunderbird as additional software on each start.

A widespread safety mandate has inadvertently created a massive privacy vulnerability, allowing anyone with inexpensive radio equipment to track the movement patterns of vehicles.

Discord says its UK Persona age-verification test has ended, and its support docs explain how “age assurance” will work as teen-by-default settings roll out.

The FBI issued an IC3 FLASH advisory warning of increased malware-enabled ATM jackpotting in the U.S., naming Ploutus malware, sharing IOCs, and outlining mitigation steps.

Small mistake, big impact. A misplaced backslash caused a PowerShell script running on GPT to completely erase the hard drive contents for a Reddit user. A simple "typo" that could have happened to anyone reveals that it's not just vibecoding that is prone to errors.

Wavelet Lab’s xSDR is a tiny M.2 2230 A+E-key software-defined radio (SDR) module built to plug straight into laptops, tablets, embedded PCs, and other compact systems. Just drop this tiny card into a spare M.2 slot, and turn it into a portable cellular network analyzer or penetration testing tool.

Google has shipped newer Chrome 145 Stable builds after the CVE-2026-2441 zero-day fix, adding three more security patches, updating Extended Stable, and prompting a CISA KEV listing for the exploited flaw.

Windows 11 KB5077181 (OS Builds 26100.7840/26200.7840) shipped on Feb. 10, 2026. On a Lenovo LOQ test system, KB5077181 installed Feb. 11 (Build 26200.7840) and was followed by Wi-Fi instability, Bluetooth disconnects, stutter, and slow shutdowns.

Mass surveillance through a tech titan, enabled by cameras purchased by the monitored consumers themselves – this appears to be Amazon’s latest plans. Leaked emails show how Amazon aims to utilise a new Ring feature to track much more than just parcels.

Windows 10 ESU update KB5075912 (Build 19045.6937) is rolling out for February 2026, addressing a shutdown/hibernation restart issue on some Secure Launch-capable PCs and carrying Secure Boot rollout targeting data.

Google has released an emergency security update for Chrome Desktop to address CVE-2026-2441, a high-severity use-after-free vulnerability in the browser's CSS component.

70mai has unveiled the new 4K A810S two-channel dash cam in the global market with its in-house Night Owl Vision technology. The dash cam features 4K recording, a 3-inch IPS display, AI motion detection, a built-in GPS and ADAS, and WiFi 6 connectivity for high-speed transfers.

After deciding against using the ISP router in part one, it’s time to focus on hardware: what actually works best for an OpenWRT router? A mini PC, Raspberry Pi, or a traditional router? And what about the switch and access point? In this part, I’ll walk through my hardware choices, including considerations around power consumption, architecture, and cost.

Microsoft’s Windows 11 KB5077181 update (Builds 26100.7840 / 26200.7840) is reportedly triggering infinite boot loops and SENS sign-in failures. Despite officially fixing previous boot bugs, users are encountering new DHCP networking regressions and 0x800f0983 installation errors.

Provider routers are convenient—but that’s exactly their biggest problem. Poor Wi-Fi coverage, limited control, questionable privacy, and technical limitations are everyday issues for many users. In this new series, I’ll gradually replace my provider’s all-in-one device (the Vodafone Station) with a modular setup using an OpenWRT router, access point, and switch. In part 1, I’ll explain why I’m taking this approach and how the project is structured.

Microsoft warns that 2011 Secure Boot certificates expire in June 2026. Is your PC ready? We look at the OEM roadmap and how to verify your firmware status.

Meant to protect younger players, Microsoft’s age verification measures are affecting other UK gamers. Some players can’t finish a multiplayer match without having to relog into their Xbox accounts. The company is working on a fix, but hasn’t provided an ETA for a solution.

GitLab has released urgent patch updates for its Community and Enterprise editions, addressing multiple high-severity vulnerabilities including an 8.0-rated Web IDE flaw that could allow token theft and unauthorized access to private repositories.

Microsoft’s February 2026 Windows 11 updates (KB5077181 and KB5075941) add security patches, bug fixes, and new Secure Boot rollout signals ahead of certificate expirations starting in June 2026.

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has issued a warning after a cyberattack targeted renewable energy facilities in Poland. The incident shows security weaknesses in internet-connected systems used in energy infrastructure and has prompted global agencies to advise operators to improve their cybersecurity protections.

Microsoft has issued new guidance warning that 2011 Secure Boot certificates begin expiring in June 2026. Windows updates are rolling out 2023 replacement certificates, with some PCs requiring OEM firmware updates.

Discord will soon force all users to complete ID verification or be shut out from age-restricted servers and features. In March, chatters must upload a video showing their faces or other qualified IDs. The company outlined privacy protections following an attempted October 2025 data breach.

Microsoft is pivoting engineering teams to a new "swarming" model to fix Windows 11 performance and reliability issues after a wave of buggy 2026 updates.