“Meaningful harm” from AI necessary before regulation, says Microsoft exec
"Did anybody suffer at least a thousand dollars' worth of damage" because of AI? Enlarge (credit: HJBC | iStock Editorial / Getty Images Plus) As lawmakers worldwide attempt to understand how to regulate rapidly advancin.....»»
How Russian gender-based disinformation could influence the 2024 US presidential election
Most people have a general understanding of disinformation—false information that is intentionally created to cause harm. Disinformation becomes "gendered" when deliberately false information draws on common understandings of issues like masculinit.....»»
Trees stripped by invasive caterpillars muster defenses that can harm native insects, research shows
An invasive insect with an insatiable appetite can cause serious problems for a favorite native moth that likes the same food source—even though the two are never in direct competition for a meal, according to new research, published in the journal.....»»
0-day in Windows driver exploited by North Korean hackers to deliver rootkit (CVE-2024-38193)
CVE-2024-38193, an actively exploited zero-day that Microsoft patched earlier this month, has been leveraged by North Korean hackers to install a rootkit on targets’ computers, Gen Digital researchers have revealed. About CVE-2024-38193 CVE-202.....»»
iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Pro -- What Apple"s prototypes say is coming
Apple's iPhone 16 is less than a month away. Here's what's actually known about the upcoming model based on prototypes and leaked internal designs.Apple's iPhone 16 range is set to usher in a series of meaningful hardware improvements and featuresAs.....»»
Vulnerabilities in Microsoft macOS apps may give attackers access to microphone, camera
Vulnerabilities in popular Microsoft apps for macOS can be abused by attackers to record video and audio clips, take pictures, access and exfiltrate data and send emails, Cisco Talos researchers have discovered. Library injection vulnerabilities in M.....»»
Vulnerability in Microsoft apps allowed hackers to spy on Mac users
A vulnerability found in Microsoft apps for macOS allowed hackers to spy on users. Security researchers from Cisco Talos reported in a blog post how the vulnerability could be exploited by attackers and what Microsoft has been doing to fix the explo.....»»
Windows 0-day was exploited by North Korea to install advanced rootkit
FudModule rootkit burrows deep into Windows, where it can bypass key security defenses. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images) A Windows zero-day vulnerability recently patched by Microsoft was exploited by hackers working on be.....»»
How to use Microsoft Word: a tutorial for beginners
If you’re new to Microsoft Word, it can be a little intimidating when you first open it. Here’s how to use Word......»»
Microsoft cracks down on Windows 11 upgrade requirements
The latest Insider Build of Windows 11 has patched the "/product server" workaround that let old CPU users easily bypass the system requirements check......»»
The Xbox Series S and X are both on sale at Walmart
Microsoft's latest generation of video game consoles, the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X, are on sale from Walmart with discounts of $31 and $51, respectively......»»
Microsoft: AI is no replacement for human expertise
Microsoft made a change to its terms of services that says it won't be held liable for your decisions based on its bots' advice......»»
Mandatory MFA for Azure sign-ins is coming
Microsoft is making multi-factor authentication (MFA) – “one of the most effective security measures available” – mandatory for all Azure sign-ins. Preparing for mandatory MFA for Azure The plan is for the shift to happen in t.....»»
Security flaws in Microsoft Mac apps could let attackers spy on users
Cisco Talos recently uncovered security vulnerabilities in several Microsoft apps for macOS that can potentially let attackers spy on your camera and other system components.Security flaws found in Microsoft apps for MacTalos claims to have found eig.....»»
How to make a resume in Microsoft Word
Need to make a resume in Word but not sure where to start? We’ll show you how use a resume template and details to include if you make one from scratch......»»
How to install and uninstall Microsoft Teams
Installing and uninstalling Microsoft Teams is very simple, regardless of whether you use Windows or Mac......»»
Epic Games Store and Fortnite arrive on EU iPhones
Epic also launched its store on Android. Enlarge / Artist's conception of Epic dodging harm from Apple's decisions (and perhaps its own). It's been four years since Fortnite, one of the world's most popular games, was p.....»»
Expert weighs in on gender identity and regulation in Olympic boxing
Olympic competition is meant to celebrate the best of the best—often serving as a career high point for elite athletes......»»
It took Microsoft 30 years to change this Windows feature
After 30 years, Microsoft is finally changing a feature that was implemented as a temporary measure and never addressed again......»»
The Xbox Series X is $50 off for a limited time
The Microsoft Xbox Series X is on sale from Best Buy with a $50 discount that drops its price to $450. However, this offer is only available for a limited time......»»
Tech support scammers impersonate Google via malicious search ads
Google Search ads that target users looking for Google’s own services lead them to spoofed sites and Microsoft and Apple tech support scams. The fake Google Search ads (Source: Malwarebytes) “In this particular scheme, all web resources u.....»»