The computer code behind the massive ransomware attack by the Russian-speaking hacking ring REvil was written so that the malware avoids systems that primarily use Russian or related languages, according to a new report by a cybersecurity firm.
There's an emergency Microsoft update for windows 10. It's called "KB5004945" and it patches a serious security vulnerability. Don't push it off; do it now!
On the other hand, this update might bring some new issues, especially if you have a zebra printer. There's a temporary fix if you don't want to update just yet.
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https://www.cisa.gov/stopransomware
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TIPS & GUIDANCE Ransomware incidents can severely impact business processes and leave organizations without the data they need to operate and deliver mission-critical services. The economic and reputational impacts of ransomware incidents, throughout the…
Google ADMITS employees listen to conversations recorded by Google Assistant even without a user’s ‘Hey Google’ trigger
https://www.the-sun.com/news/3304811/google-admits-recording-converstations-assistant/
https://www.the-sun.com/news/3304811/google-admits-recording-converstations-assistant/
The US Sun
Google ADMITS employees listen to conversations recorded by Google Assistant
GOOGLE confirmed employees listen to snippets of conversations recorded by Google Assistant earlier this month, according to reports. The tech giant made the admission during a closed-door meeting …
Kaseya denies paying hackers for decryption key after ransomware attack
https://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/564909-kaseya-denies-paying-hackers-for-decryption-key-after-ransomware-attack
https://thehill.com/policy/cybersecurity/564909-kaseya-denies-paying-hackers-for-decryption-key-after-ransomware-attack
TheHill
Kaseya denies paying hackers for decryption key after ransomware attack
Software company Kaseya on Monday strongly denied paying to get access to a key to decrypt its systems following a massive ransomware attack on the company that impacted up to 1,500 organizations
The first totally modular Intel laptop is now shipping. This is exciting!
https://www.pcgamer.com/the-first-totally-modular-intel-laptop-is-now-shipping-and-i-really-hope-its-a-success/
https://www.pcgamer.com/the-first-totally-modular-intel-laptop-is-now-shipping-and-i-really-hope-its-a-success/
PC Gamer
The first totally modular Intel laptop is now shipping, and I really hope it's a success
Everything on this laptop can be replaced, even the individual I/O ports.
👆 See it in action
https://youtu.be/0rkTgPt3M4k
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Microsoft reminds users to watch out for BazaCall, a ransomware scam
https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-reminds-users-watch-out-bazacall-theft-and-ransomware-scam
https://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-reminds-users-watch-out-bazacall-theft-and-ransomware-scam
Windows Central
Microsoft says to watch out for this crafty ransomware scam
Microsoft is serious about BazaCall, a scam that involves phony call centers. Should you play along with the scam and get caught by it, you'll likely be susceptible to ransomware and having sensitive credentials stolen.
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Google starts signing out free Hangouts accounts on Android and iOS
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-signing-out-free-hangouts-users/
https://www.xda-developers.com/google-signing-out-free-hangouts-users/
XDA Developers
Google starts signing out free Hangouts accounts on Android and iOS
Google has started signing out free accounts from Hangouts, marking yet another step towards the service’s slow and inevitable death.
T-Mobile investigating report of customer data breach that reportedly involves 100 million people
https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/15/22626270/t-mobile-investigating-report-customer-data-breach
https://www.theverge.com/2021/8/15/22626270/t-mobile-investigating-report-customer-data-breach
The Verge
T-Mobile investigating report of customer data breach that reportedly involves 100 million people
An online forum claimed to be selling the data
EU proposal may force Apple to switch the iPhone to USB-C after all
https://www.pocket-lint.com/gadgets/news/158033-eu-proposal-may-force-apple-to-switch-the-iphone-to-usb-c-after-all
https://www.pocket-lint.com/gadgets/news/158033-eu-proposal-may-force-apple-to-switch-the-iphone-to-usb-c-after-all
Pocket-lint
EU proposal may force Apple to switch the iPhone to USB-C after all
A new proposal set to be voted upon by the EU next month will require mobile device manufactures to use a standard charging port across all devices.
The 'Joker' virus can empty your bank accounts without you noticing
https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/381038
https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/381038
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Massive Microsoft data breach exposes 38 Million records including Social Security numbers and vaccination data
https://www.the-sun.com/tech/3525714/microsoft-power-apps-exposed-data-leaks/
https://www.the-sun.com/tech/3525714/microsoft-power-apps-exposed-data-leaks/
The US Sun
Microsoft data breach exposes 38M records including Social Security numbers
THE personal records of 38million people were accidentally leaked on the open internet due to a flaw in more than a thousand Microsoft web apps, according to reports. American Airlines, Ford, J.B. …
Microsoft sets Nov. 1 deadline for shutting off old Outlook clients from 365 services
https://www.computerworld.com/article/3632129/microsoft-sets-nov-1-deadline-for-shutting-off-old-outlook-clients-from-365-services.html
https://www.computerworld.com/article/3632129/microsoft-sets-nov-1-deadline-for-shutting-off-old-outlook-clients-from-365-services.html
Computerworld
Microsoft sets Nov. 1 deadline for shutting off old Outlook clients from 365 services
Commercial customers running older versions of Outlook have two months to upgrade before losing access to the company's Microsoft 365 and Office 365 services.
WhatsApp's iOS-to-Android chat history transfer tool rolls out to Samsung devices
https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-chat-history-ios-android-transfer-now-available-155546782.html
https://www.engadget.com/whatsapp-chat-history-ios-android-transfer-now-available-155546782.html
Engadget
WhatsApp's iOS-to-Android chat history transfer tool rolls out to Samsung devices | Engadget
WhatsApp has started rolling out its long-awaited cross-platform chat history transfer feature..