Microsoft introduces Windows "Quick Machine Recovery" to prevent another CrowdStrike-like incident
Microsoft doubles down on Windows security with transformative updates and new recovery features
Malicious Android app masquerades as Swiss weather service, delivered via snail mail
A factory reset is recommended for infected devices
Gmail may soon receive "email alias" feature to combat unsolicited mail
For now, the option is still hidden within Google's latest Android code
US officials confirm Chinese hackers had access to law enforcement wiretap systems for months
The group is a splinter of a larger state-backed hacking collective known as Typhoon
Google Pixel phones get scam detection powered by on-device AI
A great security feature... if you're cool with Google eavesdropping on your calls
Easy to guess, hard to believe: America's most common passwords
Old habits die hard
FBI raids Polymarket CEO's apartment, seizes his phone after platform predicted easy Trump win
"Grand political theater at its worst"
National Guard leaker receives 15-year prison term after sharing military secrets on Discord
Sentence comes after a plea deal copping to six counts of espionage
Biden Administration to support the UN convention against cybercrime sponsored by autocratic nations
A hot potato: A controversial proposal to strengthen international cooperation against cybercrime has gained US support. The Biden Administration is interested in signing the treaty, while politicians are still warning about its potential for misuse and human rights abuse.
D-Link will not fix a critical vulnerability in discontinued NAS devices
A security risk for thousands of internet-connected devices
Apple's new "inactivity reboot" in iOS 18.1 frustrates law enforcement's access to iPhones
The new feature is designed to make iPhones less attractive to thieves
Roblox responds to safety concerns with new restrictions for under-13s
New guidelines limit social hangouts and unrated material from popular platform
FBI alerts tech companies of forged subpoenas used by data-stealing hackers
Cybercriminals are leveraging fake law enforcement requests to access user data
Canada bans TikTok from operating in the country, but using the app is a personal choice
Canadian government orders TikTok to close offices over security concerns
Bread over Bitcoin? Hacking group asks for $125,000 ransom to be paid in baguettes
Carbs are the new crypto
CrowdStrike part 2 crashes Microsoft Office on Windows 11 24H2
Luckily, the problem hasn't crashed millions of computers worldwide
Android malware intercepts calls to banks, redirecting victims to fraudulent numbers
"FakeCall" variants have many new sophisticated features
Hacked TP-Link routers at center of massive botnet used to attack Azure customers
The network is probably still operational and likely acquiring new infrastructure
Apex Legends will not support Linux and Linux-based Steam Decks anymore because of cheating
Facepalm: Prominent companies like Valve have tried to push Linux as a worthwhile gaming platform for a while now. However, some game developers argue that the open-source OS is not viable, especially for multiplayer games, since their anti-cheat systems, like BattlEye are incompatible.
Ransomware attacks hit record levels in 2024 despite law enforcement crackdowns
Is it time to ban payments to ransomware gangs?
Microsoft will let consumers purchase security updates for Windows 10 after its end of life, but only for a single year
Less expensive than business rates
In brief: We're less than one year away from Windows 10's end-of-life date. Microsoft has already revealed how much businesses will have to pay if they want to continue receiving official support after October 14, 2025. Now, the company has announced that customers will also be able to purchase Extended Security Updates (ESU) for $30 for one year, with no option to continue beyond that period.
Eurojust, FBI, and other agencies join forces to take down two major data-stealing malware rings
"We are looking forward to seeing you soon..." in jail
Defense Department began testing AI surveillance system to safeguard critical military assets
A commercial AI surveillance solution which can be tailored to specific DoD needs
Apple offers $1 million bounty for uncovering security flaws in private AI cloud
The rewards are comparable to those offered for iOS