Windows 10 Build 17758 Is Now Available With Storage Sense Improvements
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 Build 17758 for Insiders in the Fast Ring. Windows 10 Build 17758 doesn't come with any major changes as the focus is now being entirely on refining performance ahead of the public launch of the Windows 10 October 2018 Update next month. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-build-17758-is-now-available-with-storage-sense-improvements/
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 Build 17758 for Insiders in the Fast Ring. Windows 10 Build 17758 doesn't come with any major changes as the focus is now being entirely on refining performance ahead of the public launch of the Windows 10 October 2018 Update next month. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-build-17758-is-now-available-with-storage-sense-improvements/
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Windows 10 Build 17758 Is Now Available With Storage Sense Improvements
Microsoft is rolling out Windows 10 Build 17758 for Insiders in the Fast Ring. Windows 10 Build 17758 doesn't come with any major changes as the focus is now being entirely on refining performance ahead of the public launch of the Windows 10 October 2018…
Data Management Firm Exposes 445 Million Records
A database with over 200GB of data was found on a server left defenseless and open to public query, to anyone knowing where to find it. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/data-management-firm-exposes-445-million-records/
A database with over 200GB of data was found on a server left defenseless and open to public query, to anyone knowing where to find it. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/data-management-firm-exposes-445-million-records/
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Data Management Firm Exposes 445 Million Records
A database with over 200GB of data was found on a server left defenseless and open to public query, to anyone knowing where to find it.
Microsoft Releases Windows 7 & 8.1 Cumulative Updates KB4457144 & KB4457129
After releasing new cumulative updates for Windows 10, Microsoft is also rolling out a new patch for both Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. Earlier today, the software maker pushed out these updates for Windows 7 and 8.1 devices to address some security issues. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-windows-7-and-81-cumulative-updates-kb4457144-and-kb4457129/
After releasing new cumulative updates for Windows 10, Microsoft is also rolling out a new patch for both Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. Earlier today, the software maker pushed out these updates for Windows 7 and 8.1 devices to address some security issues. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/microsoft-releases-windows-7-and-81-cumulative-updates-kb4457144-and-kb4457129/
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Microsoft Releases Windows 7 & 8.1 Cumulative Updates KB4457144 & KB4457129
After releasing new cumulative updates for Windows 10, Microsoft is also rolling out a new patch for both Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. Earlier today, the software maker pushed out these updates for Windows 7 and 8.1 devices to address some security issues.
Microsoft September 2018 Patch Tuesday Fixes 17 Critical Vulnerabilities
Microsoft's September 2018 Patch Tuesday security updates resolve 62 known vulnerabilities in Microsoft products as well as an update for Adobe Flash Player. Of these 62 vulnerabilities, 17 are critical and could allow an attacker to remotely take control of a computer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-september-2018-patch-tuesday-fixes-17-critical-vulnerabilities/
Microsoft's September 2018 Patch Tuesday security updates resolve 62 known vulnerabilities in Microsoft products as well as an update for Adobe Flash Player. Of these 62 vulnerabilities, 17 are critical and could allow an attacker to remotely take control of a computer. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-september-2018-patch-tuesday-fixes-17-critical-vulnerabilities/
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Microsoft September 2018 Patch Tuesday Fixes 16 Critical Vulnerabilities
Microsoft's September 2018 Patch Tuesday security updates resolve 62 known vulnerabilities in Microsoft products as well as an update for Adobe Flash Player. Of these 62 vulnerabilities, 17 are critical and could allow an attacker to remotely take control…
Mirai, Gafgyt IoT Botnets Reach To the Enterprise Sector
Mirai and Gafgyt, two of the best known IoT botnets, have forked once again, but the new variants peek at the corporate sector for creating or replenishing their denial-of-service resources for distributed attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mirai-gafgyt-iot-botnets-reach-to-the-enterprise-sector/
Mirai and Gafgyt, two of the best known IoT botnets, have forked once again, but the new variants peek at the corporate sector for creating or replenishing their denial-of-service resources for distributed attacks. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/mirai-gafgyt-iot-botnets-reach-to-the-enterprise-sector/
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Mirai, Gafgyt IoT Botnets Reach To the Enterprise Sector
Mirai and Gafgyt, two of the best known IoT botnets, have forked once again, but the new variants peek at the corporate sector for creating or replenishing their denial-of-service resources for distributed attacks.
Crooks Combine Phishing and Impersonation For Higher Success Rate
While phishing continues to be the prevalent threat in malware-less email-based attacks, cybercriminals refine their methods by adding an impersonation component to increase the success rate against company employees. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/crooks-combine-phishing-and-impersonation-for-higher-success-rate/
While phishing continues to be the prevalent threat in malware-less email-based attacks, cybercriminals refine their methods by adding an impersonation component to increase the success rate against company employees. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/crooks-combine-phishing-and-impersonation-for-higher-success-rate/
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Crooks Combine Phishing and Impersonation For Higher Success Rate
While phishing continues to be the prevalent threat in malware-less email-based attacks, cybercriminals refine their methods by adding an impersonation component to increase the success rate against company employees.
Dramatic Increase of DDoS Attack Sizes Attributed to IoT Devices
A new report released today shows that distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks have increased dramatically in the first two quarters of 2018 compared to 2017. The increase in attacks is being attributed to large scale botnets being created by attackers using insecure IoT devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dramatic-increase-of-ddos-attack-sizes-attributed-to-iot-devices/
A new report released today shows that distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks have increased dramatically in the first two quarters of 2018 compared to 2017. The increase in attacks is being attributed to large scale botnets being created by attackers using insecure IoT devices. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/dramatic-increase-of-ddos-attack-sizes-attributed-to-iot-devices/
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Dramatic Increase of DDoS Attack Sizes Attributed to IoT Devices
A new report released today shows that distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks have increased dramatically in the first two quarters of 2018 compared to 2017. The increase in attacks is being attributed to large scale botnets being created by attackers…
Cybercriminals Go Phishing For Jaxx Wallet Users
For at least a week, the Jaxx cryptocurrency wallet website had a fraudulent version that served malicious links to trick users into revealing the backup phrase that protected the virtual funds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cybercriminals-go-phishing-for-jaxx-wallet-users/
For at least a week, the Jaxx cryptocurrency wallet website had a fraudulent version that served malicious links to trick users into revealing the backup phrase that protected the virtual funds. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cybercriminals-go-phishing-for-jaxx-wallet-users/
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Cybercriminals Go Phishing For Jaxx Wallet Users
For at least a week, the Jaxx cryptocurrency wallet website had a fraudulent version that served malicious links to trick users into revealing the backup phrase that protected the virtual funds.
Feedify Service Compromised with Magecart Information Stealing Script
A script used by the customer engagement service Feedify has been hacked to include the malicious MageCart script. MageCart is malicious code used by attackers to steal credit card details and other information from e-commerce sites when a user submits a form. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/feedify-service-compromised-with-magecart-information-stealing-script/
A script used by the customer engagement service Feedify has been hacked to include the malicious MageCart script. MageCart is malicious code used by attackers to steal credit card details and other information from e-commerce sites when a user submits a form. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/feedify-service-compromised-with-magecart-information-stealing-script/
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Feedify Service Compromised with Magecart Information Stealing Script
A script used by the customer engagement service Feedify has been hacked to include the malicious MageCart script. MageCart is malicious code used by attackers to steal credit card details and other information from e-commerce sites when a user submits a…
Windows 10 Build 18237 (19H1) Released Along with Android's Your Phone Companion
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18237 (19H1) to the Insiders on the Skip Ahead ring. This build adds a translucent Acrylic texture to the sign-in lock screen as well as fixes various issues and bugs. Also announced is the renaming of the Microsoft Apps Android application to "Your Phone Companion". [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-build-18237-19h1-released-along-with-androids-your-phone-companion/
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18237 (19H1) to the Insiders on the Skip Ahead ring. This build adds a translucent Acrylic texture to the sign-in lock screen as well as fixes various issues and bugs. Also announced is the renaming of the Microsoft Apps Android application to "Your Phone Companion". [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-build-18237-19h1-released-along-with-androids-your-phone-companion/
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Windows 10 Build 18237 (19H1) Released Along with Android's Your Phone Companion
Today Microsoft released Windows 10 Insider Preview Build 18237 (19H1) to the Insiders on the Skip Ahead ring. This build adds a translucent Acrylic texture to the sign-in lock screen as well as fixes various issues and bugs. Also announced is the renaming…
Apple Launches iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and Watch Series 4
Today is a special day for all Apple fans out there as the tech giant has unveiled the new iPhones and smartwatch, along with the watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 operating systems. Apple just launched the new Apple Watch Series 4, the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and the more affordable iPhone XR. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-launches-iphone-xr-iphone-xs-iphone-xs-max-and-watch-series-4/
Today is a special day for all Apple fans out there as the tech giant has unveiled the new iPhones and smartwatch, along with the watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 operating systems. Apple just launched the new Apple Watch Series 4, the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and the more affordable iPhone XR. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/apple/apple-launches-iphone-xr-iphone-xs-iphone-xs-max-and-watch-series-4/
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Apple Launches iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and Watch Series 4
Today is a special day for all Apple fans out there as the tech giant has unveiled the new iPhones and smartwatch, along with the watchOS 5 and tvOS 12 operating systems. Apple just launched the new Apple Watch Series 4, the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and…
BEC Scammer To Serve Five Years And Pay $2.5 Million
A Nigerian man has been sentenced to five years of prison time and pay $2.54 million in restitution for running business email compromise scams that attempted to steal $25 million. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bec-scammer-to-serve-five-years-and-pay-25-million/
A Nigerian man has been sentenced to five years of prison time and pay $2.54 million in restitution for running business email compromise scams that attempted to steal $25 million. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/bec-scammer-to-serve-five-years-and-pay-25-million/
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BEC Scammer To Serve Five Years And Pay $2.5 Million
A Nigerian man has been sentenced to five years of prison time and pay $2.54 million in restitution for running business email compromise scams that attempted to steal $25 million.
Files With 42 Million Emails and Passwords Found On Free Hosting Service
A huge database with email addresses, passwords in clear text, and partial credit card data has been uploaded to a free, public hosting service. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/files-with-42-million-emails-and-passwords-found-on-free-hosting-service/
A huge database with email addresses, passwords in clear text, and partial credit card data has been uploaded to a free, public hosting service. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/files-with-42-million-emails-and-passwords-found-on-free-hosting-service/
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Files With 42 Million Emails and Passwords Found On Free Hosting Service
A huge database with email addresses, passwords in clear text, and partial credit card data has been uploaded to a free, public hosting service.
Malicious Kodi Add-ons Install Windows & Linux Coin Mining Trojans
Some unofficial add-ons for Kodi open-source media player come with malware that mines for Monero cryptocurrency on Windows and Linux platforms. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-kodi-add-ons-install-windows-and-linux-coin-mining-trojans/
Some unofficial add-ons for Kodi open-source media player come with malware that mines for Monero cryptocurrency on Windows and Linux platforms. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/malicious-kodi-add-ons-install-windows-and-linux-coin-mining-trojans/
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Malicious Kodi Add-ons Install Windows & Linux Coin Mining Trojans
Some unofficial add-ons for Kodi open-source media player come with malware that mines for Monero cryptocurrency on Windows and Linux platforms.
Essential Apps & Resources for Surviving a Hurricane
For those of you in the regions affected by the a hurricane or who have family or friends in the area, this article provides a list of recommended apps and links to helpful resources. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/essential-apps-and-resources-for-surviving-a-hurricane/
For those of you in the regions affected by the a hurricane or who have family or friends in the area, this article provides a list of recommended apps and links to helpful resources. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/technology/essential-apps-and-resources-for-surviving-a-hurricane/
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Essential Apps & Resources for Surviving a Hurricane
For those of you in the regions affected by the a hurricane or who have family or friends in the area, this article provides a list of recommended apps and links to helpful resources.
Windows 10 Test Halts Competing Browser Installs, Suggests Edge Instead
Microsoft has started to test a new feature in Windows 10 Insider builds that displays a message promoting Microsoft edge when a user attempts to install a competing browser such as Firefox, Chrome, Vivaldi, or Opera. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-test-halts-competing-browser-installs-suggests-edge-instead/
Microsoft has started to test a new feature in Windows 10 Insider builds that displays a message promoting Microsoft edge when a user attempts to install a competing browser such as Firefox, Chrome, Vivaldi, or Opera. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/microsoft/windows-10-test-halts-competing-browser-installs-suggests-edge-instead/
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Windows 10 Test Halts Competing Browser Installs, Suggests Edge Instead
Microsoft has started to test a new feature in Windows 10 Insider builds that displays a message promoting Microsoft edge when a user attempts to install a competing browser such as Firefox, Chrome, Vivaldi, or Opera.
Cold-Boot Attack Steals Passwords In Under Two Minutes
Relying on computer memory's remanence behavior, security researchers figured out a way to extract sensitive data from RAM, such as encryption keys, even after the loss of power. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cold-boot-attack-steals-passwords-in-under-two-minutes/
Relying on computer memory's remanence behavior, security researchers figured out a way to extract sensitive data from RAM, such as encryption keys, even after the loss of power. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/cold-boot-attack-steals-passwords-in-under-two-minutes/
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Cold-Boot Attack Steals Passwords In Under Two Minutes
Relying on computer memory's remanence behavior, security researchers figured out a way to extract sensitive data from RAM, such as encryption keys, even after the loss of power.
Illegal Patch Allows Easier Access to India's Aadhaar Biometric Database
Access to India's Aadhaar unique identity enrollment software is unrestricted to anyone for as much as $35 - the price of a debilitating patch for important security features. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/illegal-patch-allows-easier-access-to-indias-aadhaar-biometric-database/
Access to India's Aadhaar unique identity enrollment software is unrestricted to anyone for as much as $35 - the price of a debilitating patch for important security features. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/illegal-patch-allows-easier-access-to-indias-aadhaar-biometric-database/
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Illegal Patch Allows Easier Access to India's Aadhaar Biometric Database
Access to India's Aadhaar unique identity enrollment software is unrestricted to anyone for as much as $35 - the price of a debilitating patch for important security features.
Kraken Ransomware Masquerading as SuperAntiSpyware Security Program
The Kraken Ransomware is a newer ransomware that was released in August 2018. A new version, called Kraken 1.5, was recently released that is masquerading as the legitimate SuperAntiSpyware anti-malware program in order to trick users into installing it. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/kraken-ransomware-masquerading-as-superantispyware-security-program/
The Kraken Ransomware is a newer ransomware that was released in August 2018. A new version, called Kraken 1.5, was recently released that is masquerading as the legitimate SuperAntiSpyware anti-malware program in order to trick users into installing it. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/kraken-ransomware-masquerading-as-superantispyware-security-program/
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Kraken Ransomware Masquerading as SuperAntiSpyware Security Program
The Kraken Ransomware is a newer ransomware that was released in August 2018. A new version, called Kraken 1.5, was recently released that is masquerading as the legitimate SuperAntiSpyware anti-malware program in order to trick users into installing it.
Firefox 64 To Add a Report Abuse Option When Removing Extensions
According to a bugzilla post, Mozilla is also looking to add a Report Abuse option when a user removes an extension. Unfortunately, though, it is not being added at this time and being saved for the future. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/firefox-64-to-add-a-report-abuse-option-when-removing-extensions/
According to a bugzilla post, Mozilla is also looking to add a Report Abuse option when a user removes an extension. Unfortunately, though, it is not being added at this time and being saved for the future. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/firefox-64-to-add-a-report-abuse-option-when-removing-extensions/
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Firefox 64 To Add a Report Abuse Option When Removing Extensions
According to a bugzilla post, Mozilla is also looking to add a Report Abuse option when a user removes an extension. Unfortunately, though, it is not being added at this time and being saved for the future.
Microsoft Office 365 Customers Get Protection Against Malicious Macros
Microsoft extends support for its Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) to Office 365 client applications, offering protection against script-based threats at runtime. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-office-365-customers-get-protection-against-malicious-macros/
Microsoft extends support for its Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) to Office 365 client applications, offering protection against script-based threats at runtime. [...]
https://www.bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-office-365-customers-get-protection-against-malicious-macros/
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Microsoft Office 365 Customers Get Protection Against Malicious Macros
Microsoft extends support for its Antimalware Scan Interface (AMSI) to Office 365 client applications, offering protection against script-based threats at runtime.