There is a really great series of online events highlighting cool uses of AI in cybersecurity, titled Prompt||GTFO. Videos from the first three events are online. And here’s where to register to attend, or participate, in the fourth. Some really…
New Multi-Stage Tycoon2FA Phishing Attack Now Beats Top Security Systems
If you think phishing is just clicking a bad link and landing on a fake login page, Tycoon2FA will prove you wrong. This new wave of phishing-as-a-service isn’t playing the old game anymore; it’s running a 7-stage obstacle course built…
Microsoft Office Vulnerabilities Let Attackers Execute Malicious Code Remotely
Microsoft released critical security updates, addressing three serious vulnerabilities in Microsoft Office that could allow attackers to execute remote code on affected systems. The vulnerabilities, tracked as CVE-2025-53731, CVE-2025-53740, and CVE-2025-53730, affect multiple versions of Microsoft Office and pose significant…
Microsoft patches some very important vulnerabilities in August’s patch Tuesday
In the August 2025 patch Tuesday round Microsoft fixed a total of 111 Microsoft vulnerabilities, some of which are very important. This article has been indexed from Malwarebytes Read the original article: Microsoft patches some very important vulnerabilities in August’s…
SmartLoader Malware Masquerades as Legitimate GitHub Repository to Infect Users
AhnLab Security Intelligence Center (ASEC) has uncovered a sophisticated campaign involving the massive dissemination of SmartLoader malware through GitHub repositories designed to mimic legitimate software projects. These repositories target users searching for popular illicit content such as game cheats, software…
Why solar-powered portable batteries are not as reliable as you think (and the best alternative)
Last summer, I put a range of solar-powered power banks to the test – only to find they were all disappointing and potentially unsafe. Here’s what I recommend using instead. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the…
My AirPods were constantly slipping out of my ears – until I found these $15 accessories
Dangling, loose AirPods are a nuisance and susceptible to falling out and getting lost. Here are three inexpensive accessories to try before writing the earbuds off. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: My AirPods…
I replaced my ThinkPad with a dual-screen Windows laptop – here’s my verdict after a month
The Asus Zenbook Duo combines serious performance, dual OLED touchscreens, and impressive battery life, making it one of the boldest dual-screen laptops to date. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: I replaced my ThinkPad…
GPT-5 was supposed to simplify ChatGPT but now it has 4 new modes – here’s why
Are all these choices helpful or do they just complicate things? This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: GPT-5 was supposed to simplify ChatGPT but now it has 4 new modes – here’s why
3 new ChatGPT-like upgrades come to Google Gemini – why they’re worth trying
Some of my favorite ChatGPT features are coming to Gemini, and they’re even available to free users. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: 3 new ChatGPT-like upgrades come to Google Gemini – why they’re…
Crooks can’t let go: Active attacks target Office vuln patched 8 years ago
CVE-2017-11882 in discontinued Equation Editor still attracting keylogger campaigns despite software being killed off in 2018 Very few people are immune to the siren song of nostalgia, a yearning for a “better time” when this was all fields and kids…
Patch Tuesday Update – August 2025
In total, including third-party CVEs, in this Patch Tuesday edition, Microsoft published 119 CVEs, including 8 republished CVEs. Overall, Microsoft announced 1 Zero-Day, 16 Critical, and 92 Important vulnerabilities. From an Impact perspective, Escalation of Privilege vulnerabilities accounted for 40%,…
Rising Underwater Mortgages Signal Strain in Florida and Texas Property Markets
A growing number of American homebuyers are turning to adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) and temporary buydowns as a way of easing the initial repayment burden when they are faced with persistently high interest rates. This is a new report from…
Erlang/OTP SSH Vulnerability Sees Spike in Exploitation Attempts
A critical RCE vulnerability in Erlang’s OTP SSH daemon has been identified that allows unauthenticated command execution This article has been indexed from www.infosecurity-magazine.com Read the original article: Erlang/OTP SSH Vulnerability Sees Spike in Exploitation Attempts
Software Security Treat or Threat? Leveraging SBOMs to Control Your Supply Chain Chaos [Infographic]
Editor’s Note: The following is an article written for and published in DZone’s 2025 Trend Report, Software Supply Chain Security: Enhancing Trust and Resilience Across the Software Development Lifecycle. Software supply chain security is on the rise as systems advance and…
Should you buy sleep earbuds? My verdict after testing in a busy NYC apartment
Soundcore’s new A30 sleep earbuds advertise active noise cancellation, but can they hold up on my busy street? I put them to the test. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Should you buy sleep…
How I used Conky to make my Linux desktop cooler – in minutes
Looking to customize and jazz up your Linux desktop? Conky can help. Here’s how. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: How I used Conky to make my Linux desktop cooler – in minutes
The security gadget I never leave home without (and it’s not an AirTag)
I take security seriously, and I’ve been using one tool for several years now to protect my most valuable online accounts. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: The security gadget I never leave home…
Why I recommend the Google TV Streamer over competing Roku and Amazon Fire models
Whether you’re revamping an old setup or turning a standard TV into a smart one, the Google TV Streamer is the top streaming device for Android users. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Why…
Don’t like GPT-5? You can still use GPT-4 and other legacy models in ChatGPT – here’s how
While OpenAI’s new GPT-5 model is out, there are still good reasons to use the older models. This article has been indexed from Latest news Read the original article: Don’t like GPT-5? You can still use GPT-4 and other legacy…
Hack of North Korean Spy’s Computer Exposes 8.9 GB of Espionage Operations
A North Korean spy’s computer was hacked, leaking phishing logs, stolen South Korean government email platform source code, and links to Chinese hackers. This article has been indexed from Security | TechRepublic Read the original article: Hack of North Korean…
The Looming Domino Effect of Cyberattacks on Energy and Utilities
When systems go dark and become unavailable, consumers and operators may feel frustration, panic, and anger. When there is disruption to energy and utilities that affects homes, businesses, and entire… The post The Looming Domino Effect of Cyberattacks on Energy…
CISA and Partners Release Asset Inventory Guidance to Strengthen Operational Technology Security
This post doesn’t have text content, please click on the link below to view the original article. This article has been indexed from CISA News Read the original article: CISA and Partners Release Asset Inventory Guidance to Strengthen Operational Technology…
Hackers Deploy Dedicated Phishlet for FIDO Authentication Downgrade Attacks
Proofpoint researchers have uncovered a novel technique allowing threat actors to bypass FIDO-based authentication through downgrade attacks, leveraging a custom phishlet within adversary-in-the-middle (AiTM) frameworks. This method exploits gaps in browser compatibility and user agent handling, forcing victims to revert…