Apache Flink flaw is back, and being actively exploited
An improper access control flaw is being actively exploited, CISA is warning......»»
IC designers upbeat about possible foundry price cuts
Wafer foundries, except TSMC, reportedly are actively moving to offer price discounts for fabless clients willing to place more wafer starts for some specific processes, aiming to boost their capacity utilization. But as sluggish end-market demand pe.....»»
Microsoft patches three exploited zero-days (CVE-2023-21715, CVE-2023-23376, CVE-2023-21823)
The February 2023 Patch Tuesday is upon us, with Microsoft releasing patches for 75 CVE-numbered vulnerabilities, including three actively exploited zero-day flaws (CVE-2023-21715, CVE-2023-23376, CVE-2023-21823). The three zero-days (CVE-2023-21715,.....»»
Apple fixes actively exploited WebKit zero-day in iOS, macOS (CVE-2023-23529)
Apple has released security updates that fix a WebKit zero-day vulnerability (CVE-2023-23529) that “may have been actively exploited.” The bug has been fixed in iOS 16.3.1 and iPadOS 16.3.1, macOS Ventura 13.2.1, Safari 16.3.1, and possib.....»»
Taiwan petroleum firm developing soft carbon battery materials
Taiwan's state-owned petroleum firm, CPC, is actively developing soft carbon materials for battery applications, according to Yan-Shu Chen, project manager of the company's refining and manufacturing research institute......»»
Apple releases iOS 16.3.1 and other updates with fix for “actively exploited” bug
Also includes fixes for iPhone 14 Crash Detection, Siri, and iCloud bugs. Enlarge (credit: Apple) Apple is releasing minor updates to all of its major software platforms today to address one high-priority security vulner.....»»
Big Safari & Kernel issues fixed in iOS 16.3.1, macOS 13.2.1 updates
Monday's software updates fix an array of security issues in macOS, iOS, and iPadOS, including one affecting Safari's WebKit that was being actively exploited.16-inch MacBook ProApple introduced small incremental updates across its software ecosystem.....»»
Apple: No apps circumvented user privacy controls
Apple fixed a potential privacy vulnerability with iOS 16.3 and other updates, but its investigation into an allegation concluded that no apps took advantage of the flaw.iPhone location servicesAccording to a report from February 1, there was a secur.....»»
New insight into the relationship between slow slip events and the build-up and release of tectonic strain
The Japanese archipelago is actively undergoing seismic shifts due to interactions between the oceanic plate and the continental plate. At the plate boundaries located directly beneath areas of Japan (especially the Bungo Channel, Tokai and Boso-Oki.....»»
From partnership to Investment: Systex helps startups expand into international market
Known for being a leader in Taiwan's information service industry, Systex Corporation has been reinforcing its efforts to incubate Taiwanese startups since 2018. It has also actively expanded its software ecosystem. Each year, its AI+ Generator Progr.....»»
Valve waited 15 months to patch high-severity flaw. A hacker pounced
Vulnerability had a 8.8 severity rating. Valve took its time patching anyway. (credit: Valve) Researchers have unearthed four game modes that could successfully exploit a critical vulnerability that remained unpatched in.....»»
Clop ransomware had a rather handy flaw for Linux users to exploit
Linux users could easily retrieve data stolen by ransomware as its encryptor had some crucial flaws.....»»
Powin hopes to cooperate with Taiwan makers to produce LFP battery modules in US: Q&A with company founder
US-based energy storage system developer Powin Energy, in a bid to obtain subsidies arising from Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), is actively planning to produce LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery modules in the US specifically for use in energy stor.....»»
Cisco fixes security flaw that could have allowed sneaky hacking
A fix for the Cisco IOx is already available, so patch now......»»
Foxconn hires Nissan veteran to lead EV business
Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, determined to transform its entire group, has been actively expanding to electric vehicle industry in recent years. Having made new changes to its business model, Foxconn has also recruited a large number of the industry.....»»
Apple Maps privacy bug may have allowed apps to collect location data without permission
An Apple Maps privacy bug fixed in iOS 16.3 may have allowed apps to collect user location data without permission. At least one app appears to have done so, and a security reporter has speculated that the same privacy bug could have been exploited.....»»
Largan Precision, GSEO step into non-smartphone-use lens modules
Smartphone lens module makers Largan Precision and Genius Electronic Optical (GSEO), in view of weak global demand for smartphones, have actively stepped into development and production of lens modules used in automotive cameras and VR/AR devices, ac.....»»
Critical QNAP NAS vulnerability fixed, update your device ASAP! (CVE-2022-27596)
QNAP Systems has fixed a critical vulnerability (CVE-2022-27596) affecting QNAP network-attached storage (NAS) devices, which could be exploited by remote attackers to inject malicious code into a vulnerable system. Luckily for QNAP NAS owners, there.....»»
Thousands of WordPress sites at risk from online course plug-in flaw
A patch for three major WordPress flaws is available, so patch now......»»
Report: Apple not actively developing a new HomePod mini
Apple released a new full-size HomePod just a few days ago, joining the HomePod mini in Apple’s lineup of smart speakers. The HomePod mini was released in 2020, which could lead you to speculate that a new version is on the way. Bloomberg reports.....»»
Using cancer cells as logic gates to determine what makes them move
Cancer cells migrate through the body for multiple reasons; some are simply following the flow of a fluid, while others are actively following specific chemical trails. So how do you determine which cells are moving and why? Purdue University researc.....»»