Almost all new malware is targeting Windows
2022 was a big year for new malware strains, with more than 95% targeting Windows users......»»
Microsoft will try the data-scraping Windows Recall feature again in October
Initial Recall preview was lambasted for obvious privacy and security failures. Enlarge / The Recall feature provides a timeline of screenshots and a searchable database of text, thoroughly tracking everything about a person's PC.....»»
Recall is alive, but its rollout will be slow
Microsoft Microsoft has confirmed in a that Recall hasn’t been abandoned and will be ready for Windows Insider testing in October. The announcement comes after the company was forced to rethink its AI-powered automatic screenshot-taking feature.....»»
New phishing method targets Android and iPhone users
ESET researchers discovered an uncommon type of phishing campaign targeting Android and iPhone users. They analyzed a case observed in the wild that targeted clients of a prominent Czech bank. PWA phishing flow (Source: ESET) This technique is notewo.....»»
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.....»»
Cybercriminals exploit file sharing services to advance phishing attacks
Threat actors use popular file-hosting or e-signature solutions as a disguise to manipulate their targets into revealing private information or downloading malware, according to Abnormal Security. A file-sharing phishing attack is a unique type of ph.....»»
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.....»»
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......»»
x64dbg: Open-source binary debugger for Windows
x64dbg is an open-source binary debugger for Windows, designed for malware analysis and reverse engineering of executables without access to the source code. It offers a wide range of features and a plugin system, allowing you to customize and extend.....»»
The MacBook that Windows laptops still can’t beat
Windows laptops have become very competitive with MacBooks this year, but there's one MacBook that still stands......»»
How to install and uninstall Microsoft Teams
Installing and uninstalling Microsoft Teams is very simple, regardless of whether you use Windows or Mac......»»
This new threat proves that Macs aren’t immune from malware
The latest malware threat for Mac users targets popular browsers that you could be using this very instant. Which ones are affected?.....»»
Windows gaming handhelds just got a huge new feature
The new Compact Mode for Xbox Game Bar comes with a revamped UI that makes it more usable on smaller devices like handheld consoles......»»
New Windows 11 build removes ancient, arbitrary 32GB size limit for FAT32 disks
But the Windows NT-era disk formatting UI hasn't been fixed yet. Enlarge / If you've formatted a disk in Windows in the last 30 years, you may have come across this dialog box. (credit: Andrew Cunningham) As we wait for.....»»
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......»»
Banshee Stealer malware haunts browser extensions on macOS
Security researchers have discovered a new malware for macOS, which can be used to attack over 100 browser extensions that may be installed on the target Mac.Web browser extensions are the target of Banshee Stealer on macOSApple tries hard to make ma.....»»
GameSir’s New Controller Takes Inspiration from One of Marvels’ Biggest Names
Priced at $59.99, the controller supports Xbox and Windows platforms. The post GameSir’s New Controller Takes Inspiration from One of Marvels’ Biggest Names appeared first on Phandroid. GameSir’s ever-expanding lineup of.....»»
Windows 11 upgrade prompts on Windows 10 will get less annoying
Microsoft says that they will be pausing full screen Windows 11 upgrade prompts for Windows 10 users following feedback. The post Windows 11 upgrade prompts on Windows 10 will get less annoying appeared first on Phandroid. Generally speaki.....»»
Windows 11 is losing in gaming performance
AMD's new Ryzen 9000 series processors are reportedly offering better gaming performance on Linux compared to Windows......»»
Microsoft backs off on pressuring Windows 10 users to upgrade
Microsoft will do an about-face with putting ads on Windows 10 PCs after persistent negative feedback......»»
Google’s threat team confirms Iran targeting Trump, Biden, and Harris campaigns
Another Big Tech firm seems to confirm Trump adviser Roger Stone was hacked. Enlarge / Roger Stone, former adviser to Donald Trump's presidential campaign, center, during the Republican National Convention (RNC) in Milwaukee on J.....»»