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Smashing Security podcast #279: Encrypted notes, and a deadly case of AirTag spying
by Graham Cluley •
How did a saxophonist sneak sensitive information in and out of the Soviet Union? How might an Apple AirTag have led to murder? And isn’t the world of cryptocurrency and blockchain doing just great?
All this and more is discussed in the latest edi…
Global IT News
Coffee Briefing June 14, 2022 – Uber Canada releases 2022 Lost and Found index; YWCA awards; Mastercard expands Girls4Tech; and more
by Samira Balsara •
Coffee Briefings are timely deliveries of the latest ITWC headlines, interviews, and podcasts. Today’s Coffee Briefing is delivered by IT World Canada’s editorial team!
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Europe, Global Security News, North America, Vulnerabilities
Apple M1 Flaw Can’t be Fixed — PACMAN Panic
by Richi Jennings •
Apple’s M1 chip isn’t as safe from buffer overflows as previously thought. M1 and other designs based on ARMv8.3 can have their ‘PAC’ protection neutered.
The post Apple M1 Flaw Can’t be Fixed — PACMAN Panic appeared first on Security Boulevard.
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Global Security News, North America
June 2022 Patch Tuesday forecast: Internet Explorer fades into the sunset
by Help Net Security •
May 2022 Patch Tuesday provided the final releases for several Windows 10 operating systems and this month we’ll see the final update for Internet Explorer 11. But don’t go on that family vacation thinking there will be less work to do when you come ba…
Global IT News
Bad news for Apple: EU announces deal on common charging port
by Paul Barker •
It has not been a good week for Apple Computer Inc. and its iPhone development team following news yesterday that the USB Type-C will become the common charging port for all mobile phones, tablets and cameras in the European Union (EU) by the fall of 2024. “Today we have made the common charger a reality […]
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Apple’s new M2 chip lands in the redesigned MacBook Air
by Tom Li •
At its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) event held on June 6, Apple announced an updated MacBook Air, one of its most popular Macs, with the brand new M2 system-on-chip (SoC) and a plethora of hardware and software enhancements. However, the previous generation MacBook Air still stands as an attractive option. The M2 chip The focal […]
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Coffee Briefing June 7, 2022 – Xero looks for tech talent across Canada; Square to bring Tap to Pay on iPhone to Square Sellers; Canadians are reliant on digital tech for travelling; and more
by Samira Balsara •
Coffee Briefings are timely deliveries of the latest ITWC headlines, interviews, and podcasts. Today’s Coffee Briefing is delivered by IT World Canada’s editorial team!
The post Coffee Briefing June 7, 2022 – Xero looks for tech talent across Canada; Square to bring Tap to Pay on iPhone to Square Sellers; Canadians are reliant on digital tech for travelling; and more first appeared on IT World Canada.
Global Security News, North America
Apple unveils passkeys for passwordless authentication to apps and websites
by Zeljka Zorz •
At WWDC 2022, Apple has announced and previewed iOS 16 and iPad OS 16, macOS 13 (aka macOS Ventura), watchOS 9, their new M2 chips, new MacBook Air and Pro, as well as new tools, technologies, and APIs for developers focusing on Apple’s platforms…
Global Security News, North America
iOS 16 cheat sheet: Complete guide for 2022
by Cory Bohon •
Learn about the new features available with iOS 16, and how to download and install the latest version of Apple’s mobile operating system.
The post iOS 16 cheat sheet: Complete guide for 2022 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Global Security News, North America
Apple touts Passkey, its new privacy feature, at WWDC 2022
by Esther Shein •
Passkeys use cryptographic techniques and biometrics and aim to replace passwords for good.
The post Apple touts Passkey, its new privacy feature, at WWDC 2022 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Global Security News, North America
How to always access your locked iOS device
by TechRepublic Academy •
With this multifunctional iOS unlocking tool, you can solve various possible problems with your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Get a lifetime subscription of the tool for a limited time.
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Apple protected App Store users from $1.5 billion fraud last year
by Graham Cluley •
Apple says that it protected many millions of users from being defrauded to the tune of nearly $1.5 billion dollars in the last year, by policing its official App Store.
According to a newly published report by Apple, over 1.6 million risky and untr…
Security Bloggers, Security Vendor News
Apple protected App Store users from $1.5 billion fraud last year
by Graham Cluley •
Apple says that it protected many millions of users from being defrauded to the tune of nearly $1.5 billion dollars in the last year, by policing its official App Store. According to a newly published report by Apple, over 1.6 million risky and untrust…
Europe, Global Security News, North America
DuckDuckGo Browser Allows Microsoft Trackers, Stolen Verizon Employee Database, Attacking Powered Off iPhones
by Tom Eston •
The DuckDuckGo mobile browser allows Microsoft trackers due to an agreement in their syndicated search content contract, a database of contact details for hundreds of Verizon employees was compromised after an employee was social engineered to give the…
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This is the most effective Apple mobile device management service
by TechRepublic Academy •
Jamf Now helps teams manage and optimize their Apple devices.
The post This is the most effective Apple mobile device management service appeared first on TechRepublic.
Europe, Global Security News, North America
Apple Mail Privacy Protection, Government Agencies Reveal Top Attack Vectors, Is Big Brother Watching You at Work?
by Tom Eston •
What is Apple Mail Privacy Protection and how does it hide your IP address, so senders can’t link it to your online activity or determine your location, government authorities such as the FBI and NSA have released a list of top attack vectors used to g…
Global IT News
Hashtag Trending May 20 – Google Russia bankruptcy; Netflix loses loyal subscribers; and IT admin wipes four servers
by Samira Balsara •
Google Russia files for bankruptcy, Netflix is losing its most loyal subscribers, and an IT admin gets seven years in prison for wiping four servers.
The post Hashtag Trending May 20 – Google Russia bankruptcy; Netflix loses loyal subscribers; and IT admin wipes four servers first appeared on IT World Canada.
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S3 Ep83: Cracking passwords, patching Firefox, and Apple vulns [Podcast]
by Paul Ducklin •
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Apple patches zero-day kernel hole and much more – update now!
by Paul Ducklin •
You’ll find fixes for numerous kernel-level code execution holes, including an 0-day vulnerability in many (though not all) versions.
Global IT News
SAP highlights four focus areas at Sapphire conference
by Lynn Greiner •
Enterprise application software giant SAP chose four areas to focus on during its hybrid Sapphire customer and partner conference this week: supply chain, sustainability, business process transformation, and accelerating innovation. Chief executive officer and member of the executive board of SAP SE Christian Klein noted that the company turns 50 this year, and said that […]
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Hashtag Trending May 11 – Apple says goodbye to the iPod Touch; Big tech companies face lawsuits from Russia; Tech companies laying off employees
by Samira Balsara •
Apple will discontinue its iPod Touch, big tech companies face lawsuits for pulling services in Russia, and tech companies are laying off employees due to a post pandemic reset. That’s all the tech news that’s trending right now, welcome to Hashtag Trending. It’s Wednesday, May 11, and I’m your host, Samira Balsara. Apple will discontinue […]
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Hashtag Trending May 10 – Trump lawsuit dismissed; Apple chip vulnerability; Apple AI director leaves
by Samira Balsara •
A San Francisco district judge dismisses Donald Trump’s lawsuit against Twitter, a new vulnerability is discovered in Apple’s chips, and Apple’s director of machine learning leaves his post.
The post Hashtag Trending May 10 – Trump lawsuit dismissed; Apple chip vulnerability; Apple AI director leaves first appeared on IT World Canada.
Europe, Global Security News, North America
Your Phone May Soon Replace Many of Your Passwords
by BrianKrebs •
Apple, Google and Microsoft announced this week they will soon support an approach to authentication that avoids passwords altogether, and instead requires users to merely unlock their smartphones to sign in to websites or online services. Experts say …
Global IT News
Apple, Microsoft, Google expand support for passwordless sign-in
by Howard Solomon •
The three companies announce support for new FIDO Alliance
The post Apple, Microsoft, Google expand support for passwordless sign-in first appeared on IT World Canada.
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How to secure your internet activity on iOS devices
by Cory Bohon •
Learn about the on-device and network security options available to you in order to supercharge your internet security when browsing the web and using apps on iOS.
The post How to secure your internet activity on iOS devices appeared first on TechRepu…
Global Security News, North America
May 2022 Patch Tuesday forecast: Look beyond just application and OS updates
by Help Net Security •
April Patch Tuesday provided an extensive set of operating system and application updates after a few quiet months. Microsoft addressed 97 vulnerabilities in Windows 10, and 67 in Windows 11. Adobe updated Reader and Acrobat to fix 62 vulnerabilities. …
Global Security News, North America
Apple, Google and Microsoft expand support for FIDO Alliance’s passwordless sign-in standard
by Industry News •
In a joint effort to make the web more secure and usable for all, Apple, Google and Microsoft announced plans to expand support for a common passwordless sign-in standard created by the FIDO Alliance and the World Wide Web Consortium. The new capabilit…
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Google, Apple, Microsoft promise end to passwords, courtesy of your mobile phone
by Lance Whitney •
Adopting a new authentication method from the FIDO Alliance, the three major OS vendors will let you use encrypted credentials stored on your phone to automatically sign you into your online accounts.
The post Google, Apple, Microsoft promise end to pa…
Europe, Global Security News, North America
Google, Apple, Microsoft Commit to Eliminating Passwords
by Michael Vizard •
Google, Apple and Microsoft today committed to building support for passwordless sign-in capabilities based on authentication technologies advanced under the auspices of the FIDO Alliance. Sam Srinivas, director of product management for authenticatio…
Global IT News
Hashtag Trending April 28 – Twitch cut streamer pay; Apple hides old apps; Tesla stock woes
by Samira Balsara •
Amazon’s Twitch streaming platform is considering cutting streamer’s pay to increase profits, Apple wants to hide apps that have not been updated, and Tesla stocks suffer after the Twitter purchase. That’s all the tech news that’s trending right now, welcome to Hashtag Trending. It’s Thursday, April 28, and I’m your host, Samira Balsara. Twitch, […]
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Europe, Global Security News, North America
Fighting Fake EDRs With ‘Credit Ratings’ for Police
by BrianKrebs •
When KrebsOnSecurity last month explored how cybercriminals were using hacked email accounts at police departments worldwide to obtain warrantless Emergency Data Requests (EDRs) from social media and technology providers, many security experts called i…
Global IT News
Hashtag Trending April 26 – Elon Musk strikes a deal with Twitter; low morale at Netflix; Apple must pay over absent iPhone charger
by Samira Balsara •
Twitter accepts Elon Musk’s buyout deal, Netflix is facing a morale crisis, and Apple must pay a customer $1000 for not including a charger with his iPhone.
The post Hashtag Trending April 26 – Elon Musk strikes a deal with Twitter; low morale at Netflix; Apple must pay over absent iPhone charger first appeared on IT World Canada.
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Apple App Store and Apple Music currently experiencing issues
by Samira Balsara •
Apple’s App Store and music service, Apple Music are currently experiencing issues, according to Apple’s system status page. The system status page notes that “users may be experiencing a problem” with the App Store. A similar message is linked to Apple Music saying, “users may be experiencing intermittent issues.” The status pages also indicate that […]
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Leaked Chats Show LAPSUS$ Stole T-Mobile Source Code
by BrianKrebs •
KrebsOnSecurity recently reviewed a copy of the private chat messages between members of the LAPSUS$ cybercrime group in the week leading up to the arrest of its most active members last month. The logs show LAPSUS$ breached T-Mobile multiple times in …
Global Security News, North America
How to lock an iPad or iPhone into Single App Mode with Guided Access
by Cory Bohon •
Set your device into kiosk mode and pass it around without worrying about someone opening other apps or accessing unwanted content through an accessibility feature called Guided Access.
The post How to lock an iPad or iPhone into Single App Mode with …
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Smashing Security podcast #271: Crypto break-in, Google blurring, and mics not muting
by Graham Cluley •
A man loses $650,000 from his cryptocurrency wallet after his Apple iCloud account is hacked, video conferencing apps may not be muting your mic quite the way you imagined, and Google has unblurred military bases in Russia… or has it?
All this an…
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Apple iCloud account attack results in man losing $650,000 from his cryptocurrency wallet
by Graham Cluley •
Cryptocurrency wallet maker MetaMask has warned its 21 million monthly users to be wary of Apple iCloud backing up their app’s data by default, after attackers successfully stole $650,000 of funds and NFTs.
Read more in my article on the Hot for Sec…
Europe, Global Security News, North America
Improve Data Security Through Automation
by News team •
Human error is endemic to data breaches. Process automation can minimize the risk. By Gregory Hoffer, CEO, Coviant […]
The post Improve Data Security Through Automation appeared first on Cyber Defense Magazine.
Europe, Global Security News, North America
Top 10 Node.Js Security Best Practices
by News team •
Best Security Practices in Nodejs By Harikrishna Kundariya, CEO, eSparkBiz Node.js is one of the most popular frameworks […]
The post Top 10 Node.Js Security Best Practices appeared first on Cyber Defense Magazine.