Windows 10 Enterprise Getting "InPrivate Deskop" Sandboxed Execution Feature
A recent Windows 10 Insider Feedback Hub quest revealed that Microsoft is developing a new throwaway sandboxed desktop feature called "InPrivate Desktop". This feature will allow administrators to run untrusted executables in a secure sandbox without fear that it can make any changes to the operating system or system's files. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-enterprise-getting-inprivate-deskop-sandboxed-execution-feature/
A recent Windows 10 Insider Feedback Hub quest revealed that Microsoft is developing a new throwaway sandboxed desktop feature called "InPrivate Desktop". This feature will allow administrators to run untrusted executables in a secure sandbox without fear that it can make any changes to the operating system or system's files. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-enterprise-getting-inprivate-deskop-sandboxed-execution-feature/
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Windows 10 Enterprise Getting "InPrivate Deskop" Sandboxed Execution Feature
A recent Windows 10 Insider Feedback Hub quest revealed that Microsoft is developing a new throwaway sandboxed desktop feature called "InPrivate Desktop". This feature will allow administrators to run untrusted executables in a secure sandbox without fear…
Microsoft Launches New Spotify Add-In for Skype Insiders
Microsoft today announced a new add-in for Skype that integrates Spotify into a conversation. Microsoft says that the new feature/add-in is currently available for Skype Insiders in the US. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-launches-new-spotify-add-in-for-skype-insiders/
Microsoft today announced a new add-in for Skype that integrates Spotify into a conversation. Microsoft says that the new feature/add-in is currently available for Skype Insiders in the US. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-launches-new-spotify-add-in-for-skype-insiders/
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Microsoft Launches New Spotify Add-In for Skype Insiders
Microsoft today announced a new add-in for Skype that integrates Spotify into a conversation. Microsoft says that the new feature/add-in is currently available for Skype Insiders in the US.
Windows 10 Insider Build 17733 Released With Finished File Explorer Dark Theme
Microsoft just released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17733 to Insiders in the Fast Ring. The main improvement in this build, is the finalized version of the Dark Theme for File Explorer. Otherwise, it is mostly bug fixes and minor improvements as Microsoft continues to finalize the development of the Redstone 5 is released. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-17733-released-with-finished-file-explorer-dark-theme/
Microsoft just released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17733 to Insiders in the Fast Ring. The main improvement in this build, is the finalized version of the Dark Theme for File Explorer. Otherwise, it is mostly bug fixes and minor improvements as Microsoft continues to finalize the development of the Redstone 5 is released. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-17733-released-with-finished-file-explorer-dark-theme/
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Windows 10 Insider Build 17733 Released With Finished File Explorer Dark Theme
Microsoft just released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17733 to Insiders in the Fast Ring. The main improvement in this build, is the finalized version of the Dark Theme for File Explorer. Otherwise, it is mostly bug fixes and minor improvements as Microsoft…
DarkHydrus Relies on Open-Source Tools for Phishing Attacks
A threat actor named DarkHydrus that is relatively new to the scene relies on open-source tools for spear-phishing attacks designed to steal credentials from government and educational institutions in the Middle East. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/darkhydrus-relies-on-open-source-tools-for-phishing-attacks/
A threat actor named DarkHydrus that is relatively new to the scene relies on open-source tools for spear-phishing attacks designed to steal credentials from government and educational institutions in the Middle East. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/darkhydrus-relies-on-open-source-tools-for-phishing-attacks/
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DarkHydrus Relies on Open-Source Tools for Phishing Attacks
A threat actor named DarkHydrus that is relatively new to the scene relies on open-source tools for spear-phishing attacks designed to steal credentials from government and educational institutions in the Middle East.
Google Chrome Now Uses Native Windows 10 Notifications
Google Chrome has been supporting push notifications for years now but it always used its own notification system in Windows 10. The search engine giant is now rolling out a new update for Chrome which adds support for native Windows 10 notifications. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/google-chrome-now-uses-native-windows-10-notifications/
Google Chrome has been supporting push notifications for years now but it always used its own notification system in Windows 10. The search engine giant is now rolling out a new update for Chrome which adds support for native Windows 10 notifications. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/google-chrome-now-uses-native-windows-10-notifications/
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Google Chrome Now Uses Native Windows 10 Notifications
Google Chrome has been supporting push notifications for years now but it always used its own notification system in Windows 10. The search engine giant is now rolling out a new update for Chrome which adds support for native Windows 10 notifications.
WhatsApp Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Alter Messages in Chats
Researchers from CheckPoint have figured out a way to manipulate conversations in order to modify existing replies that were received, quoting a message so it appears that it came from another user who may not be part of the group, and sending private messages that can be seen by only one person in a group. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/whatsapp-vulnerability-allows-attackers-to-alter-messages-in-chats/
Researchers from CheckPoint have figured out a way to manipulate conversations in order to modify existing replies that were received, quoting a message so it appears that it came from another user who may not be part of the group, and sending private messages that can be seen by only one person in a group. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/whatsapp-vulnerability-allows-attackers-to-alter-messages-in-chats/
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WhatsApp Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Alter Messages in Chats
Researchers from CheckPoint have figured out a way to manipulate conversations in order to modify existing replies that were received, quoting a message so it appears that it came from another user who may not be part of the group, and sending private messages…
The PGA Possibly Infected With the BitPaymer Ransomware
According to reports, computers at the PGA have been infected with ransomware. The victims learned they were infected on Tuesday when ransom notes started appearing on their screen. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-pga-possibly-infected-with-the-bitpaymer-ransomware/
According to reports, computers at the PGA have been infected with ransomware. The victims learned they were infected on Tuesday when ransom notes started appearing on their screen. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-pga-possibly-infected-with-the-bitpaymer-ransomware/
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The PGA Possibly Infected With the BitPaymer Ransomware
According to reports, computers at the PGA have been infected with ransomware. The victims learned they were infected on Tuesday when ransom notes started appearing on their screen.
A First Look at the North Korean Malware Family Tree
Security researchers have analyzed malware samples from threat actors associated with North Korea and discovered connections with tools from older unattributed campaigns. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/a-first-look-at-the-north-korean-malware-family-tree/
Security researchers have analyzed malware samples from threat actors associated with North Korea and discovered connections with tools from older unattributed campaigns. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/a-first-look-at-the-north-korean-malware-family-tree/
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A First Look at the North Korean Malware Family Tree
Security researchers have analyzed malware samples from threat actors associated with North Korea and discovered connections with tools from older unattributed campaigns.
LibreOffice 6.1 Released With Icons That Make it More Windows-Like
Yesterday, The Document Foundation announced LibreOffice 6.1 for Microsoft's Windows operating system and macOS. This release comes with a long list of new features and improvements and this is the second major update of the LibreOffice 6 series introduced in early 2018. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/libreoffice-61-released-with-icons-that-make-it-more-windows-like/
Yesterday, The Document Foundation announced LibreOffice 6.1 for Microsoft's Windows operating system and macOS. This release comes with a long list of new features and improvements and this is the second major update of the LibreOffice 6 series introduced in early 2018. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/libreoffice-61-released-with-icons-that-make-it-more-windows-like/
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LibreOffice 6.1 Released With Icons That Make it More Windows-Like
Yesterday, The Document Foundation announced LibreOffice 6.1 for Microsoft's Windows operating system and macOS. This release comes with a long list of new features and improvements and this is the second major update of the LibreOffice 6 series introduced…
Criptext Announces New Email Client With Focus on Your Privacy
After Facebook revealed that users' data was collected without their consent and used for political campaigns, more and more people across the world started looking for a secure medium to communicate. Today, Criptext, an independent company, announced a new email app which is hyper-secure and cares about your privacy. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/criptext-announces-new-email-client-with-focus-on-your-privacy/
After Facebook revealed that users' data was collected without their consent and used for political campaigns, more and more people across the world started looking for a secure medium to communicate. Today, Criptext, an independent company, announced a new email app which is hyper-secure and cares about your privacy. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/criptext-announces-new-email-client-with-focus-on-your-privacy/
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Criptext Announces New Email Client With Focus on Your Privacy
After Facebook revealed that users' data was collected without their consent and used for political campaigns, more and more people across the world started looking for a secure medium to communicate. Today, Criptext, an independent company, announced a new…
Mozilla Firefox 61.0.2 Released With New Automatic Restore Feature for Windows
Mozilla has released Firefox 61.0.2 for Windows, Android, iOS, and Linux to resolve crash issues and to fix bugs. For Windows users, it also adds a new feature that will automatically restore Firefox sessions after Windows restarts. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-6102-released-with-new-automatic-restore-feature-for-windows/
Mozilla has released Firefox 61.0.2 for Windows, Android, iOS, and Linux to resolve crash issues and to fix bugs. For Windows users, it also adds a new feature that will automatically restore Firefox sessions after Windows restarts. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/software/mozilla-firefox-6102-released-with-new-automatic-restore-feature-for-windows/
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Mozilla Firefox 61.0.2 Released With New Automatic Restore Feature for Windows
Mozilla has released Firefox 61.0.2 for Windows, Android, iOS, and Linux to resolve crash issues and to fix bugs. For Windows users, it also adds a new feature that will automatically restore Firefox sessions after Windows restarts.
DNS Leak Fixed in Kaspersky VPN App for Android
Kaspersky has fixed a bug in their Kaspersky VPN app for Android that leaked the computer's configured DNS server while using a VPN connection. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dns-leak-fixed-in-kaspersky-vpn-app-for-android/
Kaspersky has fixed a bug in their Kaspersky VPN app for Android that leaked the computer's configured DNS server while using a VPN connection. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dns-leak-fixed-in-kaspersky-vpn-app-for-android/
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DNS Leak Fixed in Kaspersky VPN App for Android
Kaspersky has fixed a bug in their Kaspersky VPN app for Android that leaked the computer's configured DNS server while using a VPN connection.
Windows 10 Insider Build 17735 Released With Bug Fixes
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17735 (Redstone 5) to Insiders on the Fast Ring. This build does not contain any new features and appears to be just a bug fix build as Microsoft gets the upcoming Redstone 5 feature update ready to be released. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-17735-released-with-bug-fixes/
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17735 (Redstone 5) to Insiders on the Fast Ring. This build does not contain any new features and appears to be just a bug fix build as Microsoft gets the upcoming Redstone 5 feature update ready to be released. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-insider-build-17735-released-with-bug-fixes/
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Windows 10 Insider Build 17735 Released With Bug Fixes
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 17735 (Redstone 5) to Insiders on the Fast Ring. This build does not contain any new features and appears to be just a bug fix build as Microsoft gets the upcoming Redstone 5 feature update ready to…
5 Examples of How Cheating in Fortnite Gets You Infected
Have you ever heard the saying "If it's too good to be true, then it probably is." If so, then it applies perfectly to programs that claim they can help you cheat in Fortnite or earn free V-Bucks. In this article we take a look at 5 malware samples that pretend to be Fortnite cheats, hacks, or tools. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/5-examples-of-how-cheating-in-fortnite-gets-you-infected/
Have you ever heard the saying "If it's too good to be true, then it probably is." If so, then it applies perfectly to programs that claim they can help you cheat in Fortnite or earn free V-Bucks. In this article we take a look at 5 malware samples that pretend to be Fortnite cheats, hacks, or tools. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/5-examples-of-how-cheating-in-fortnite-gets-you-infected/
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5 Examples of How Cheating in Fortnite Gets You Infected
Have you ever heard the saying "If it's too good to be true, then it probably is." If so, then it applies perfectly to programs that claim they can help you cheat in Fortnite or earn free V-Bucks. In this article we take a look at 5 malware samples that pretend…
New KeyPass Ransomware Campaign Underway
A new distribution campaign is underway for a STOP Ransomware variant called KeyPass based on the amount of victims that have been seen. Unfortunately, how the ransomware is being distributed is unknown at this time. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-keypass-ransomware-campaign-underway/
A new distribution campaign is underway for a STOP Ransomware variant called KeyPass based on the amount of victims that have been seen. Unfortunately, how the ransomware is being distributed is unknown at this time. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-keypass-ransomware-campaign-underway/
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New KeyPass Ransomware Campaign Underway
A new distribution campaign is underway for a STOP Ransomware variant called KeyPass based on the amount of victims that have been seen. Unfortunately, how the ransomware is being distributed is unknown at this time.
Windows 10 Preview Build 18214 Is Now Available With One New Feature
Microsoft has released another Windows 10 "19H1" build, as the company has started to work on the next major feature update for its operating system. It comes with the same changes as the latest build for Windows 10 Redstone 5 (also known as Windows 10 October 2018 Update). [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-preview-build-18214-is-now-available-with-one-new-feature/
Microsoft has released another Windows 10 "19H1" build, as the company has started to work on the next major feature update for its operating system. It comes with the same changes as the latest build for Windows 10 Redstone 5 (also known as Windows 10 October 2018 Update). [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-preview-build-18214-is-now-available-with-one-new-feature/
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Windows 10 Preview Build 18214 Is Now Available With One New Feature
Microsoft has released another Windows 10 "19H1" build, as the company has started to work on the next major feature update for its operating system. It comes with the same changes as the latest build for Windows 10 Redstone 5 (also known as Windows 10 October…
The Week in Ransomware - August 10th 2018 - BitPaymer & KeyPass
This was a pretty quiet week with mostly small variants, one new active release, and a large organization getting hit. This article outlines what new ransomware has been released and other ransomware related stories. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-august-10th-2018-bitpaymer-and-keypass/
This was a pretty quiet week with mostly small variants, one new active release, and a large organization getting hit. This article outlines what new ransomware has been released and other ransomware related stories. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/the-week-in-ransomware-august-10th-2018-bitpaymer-and-keypass/
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The Week in Ransomware - August 10th 2018 - BitPaymer & KeyPass
This was a pretty quiet week with mostly small variants, one new active release, and a large organization getting hit. This article outlines what new ransomware has been released and other ransomware related stories.
Hackers Exploiting DLink Routers to Redirect Users to Fake Brazilian Banks
Attackers are targeting DLink DSL modem routers in Brazil and exploiting them to change the DNS settings to a DNS server under the attacker's control. This then allows them to redirect users attempting to connect to their online banks to fake banking websites that steal the user's account information. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-exploiting-dlink-routers-to-redirect-users-to-fake-brazilian-banks/
Attackers are targeting DLink DSL modem routers in Brazil and exploiting them to change the DNS settings to a DNS server under the attacker's control. This then allows them to redirect users attempting to connect to their online banks to fake banking websites that steal the user's account information. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/hackers-exploiting-dlink-routers-to-redirect-users-to-fake-brazilian-banks/
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Hackers Exploiting DLink Routers to Redirect Users to Fake Brazilian Banks
Attackers are targeting DLink DSL modem routers in Brazil and exploiting them to change the DNS settings to a DNS server under the attacker's control. This then allows them to redirect users attempting to connect to their online banks to fake banking websites…
New Cmb Dharma Ransomware Variant Released
On Thursday a new variant of the Dharma Ransomware was discovered that appends the .cmb extension to encrypted files. This article will discuss how you become infected with the Cmb ransomware and how it encrypts a computer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-cmb-dharma-ransomware-variant-released/
On Thursday a new variant of the Dharma Ransomware was discovered that appends the .cmb extension to encrypted files. This article will discuss how you become infected with the Cmb ransomware and how it encrypts a computer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/new-cmb-dharma-ransomware-variant-released/
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New Cmb Dharma Ransomware Variant Released
On Thursday a new variant of the Dharma Ransomware was discovered that appends the .cmb extension to encrypted files. This article will discuss how you become infected with the Cmb ransomware and how it encrypts a computer.
Vulnerabilities Found in the Firmware of 25 Android Smartphone Models
Last week, at the DEF CON security conference held in Las Vegas, security researchers presented details about 47 vulnerabilities in the firmware and default apps of 25 Android smartphone models, 11 of which are also sold in the US. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vulnerabilities-found-in-the-firmware-of-25-android-smartphone-models/
Last week, at the DEF CON security conference held in Las Vegas, security researchers presented details about 47 vulnerabilities in the firmware and default apps of 25 Android smartphone models, 11 of which are also sold in the US. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/vulnerabilities-found-in-the-firmware-of-25-android-smartphone-models/
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Vulnerabilities Found in the Firmware of 25 Android Smartphone Models
Last week, at the DEF CON security conference held in Las Vegas, security researchers presented details about 47 vulnerabilities in the firmware and default apps of 25 Android smartphone models, 11 of which are also sold in the US.
Backdoor Mechanism Discovered in VIA C3 x86 Processors
At the DEF CON 26 security conference held in Las Vegas last week, a security researcher detailed a backdoor mechanism in x86-based VIA C3 processors, a CPU family produced and sold between 2001 and 2003 by Taiwan-based VIA Technologies Inc. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/backdoor-mechanism-discovered-in-via-c3-x86-processors/
At the DEF CON 26 security conference held in Las Vegas last week, a security researcher detailed a backdoor mechanism in x86-based VIA C3 processors, a CPU family produced and sold between 2001 and 2003 by Taiwan-based VIA Technologies Inc. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/backdoor-mechanism-discovered-in-via-c3-x86-processors/
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Backdoor Mechanism Discovered in VIA C3 x86 Processors
At the DEF CON 26 security conference held in Las Vegas last week, a security researcher detailed a backdoor mechanism in x86-based VIA C3 processors, a CPU family produced and sold between 2001 and 2003 by Taiwan-based VIA Technologies Inc.