[ad_1] Compared to the MDS flaws Intel addressed in those two previous patches, these latest ones have a couple of limitations. To start, one of the vulnerabilities, L1DES, doesn’t work on Intel’s more recent chips. Moreover, a hacker can’t execute the attack using a web browser. Intel also says it’s “not aware” of anyone taking […]
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Homeland Security wants you to update your Firefox browser right now
[ad_1] Mozilla is “aware of targeted attacks in the wild abusing this flaw.” In a statement provided to Engadget, a Mozilla spokesperson said, “on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, Chinese security firm Qihoo 360 reported a vulnerability that was used as part of targeted attacks on a local network. We started shipping Firefox updates to address […]
Google’s new policy gives developers more time to address security flaws
[ad_1] There are more reforms. If there’s an incomplete fix, it’ll be reported to the developer and added to an existing report. Before, it would sometimes be treated as a separate problem with its own deadline. Google will also open tracker reports the moment a flaw is patched during the “grace period” (a 14-day window […]
‘Death Stranding’ update will fix tiny, hard-to-read text
[ad_1] #DeathStranding update, coming in mid Dec. will include the following!– Odradek will be visible when blocked by cargo– able to dispose vehicles (except for the MULE vehicles)– increasing text size on the UIThank you for all your thoughtful feedback!#TomorrowIsInYourHands https://t.co/YRwZ2EPDIE pic.twitter.com/wJygDjqYBQ — Kojima Productions (@KojiPro2015_EN) December 6, 2019 Once the latest patch drops, you […]
Samsung’s fix for Galaxy S10 fingerprint scanning will roll out soon
[ad_1] If you do get the update, you can’t escape it — the notice will stay until you install the fix. It’s a quick response, although it’s arguably a necessary one. In theory, anyone could unlock the S10 or Note 10 if the phone had a cheap screen cover installed. The fix should ensure that […]
LastPass patched a bug that could have exposed your passwords
[ad_1] Security researcher Tavis Ormandy, of Google’s Project Zero, notified LastPass of the bug. The flaw could have allowed hackers on malicious sites to access users’ credentials entered on the previous site. Fortunately, there’s no reason to believe the bug was exploited, and while it only impacted Chrome and Opera browsers, LastPass patched all browser […]
Apple re-fixes a bug that let users jailbreak iPhones
[ad_1] This current update fixes a kernel vulnerability that would have allowed an attacker to “execute arbitrary code with system privileges” on an iPhone or iPad. Apple also mentioned Pwn20wnd, the hacker that released the public jailbreak. “We would like to acknowledge @Pwn20wnd for their assistance,” the company wrote in a security update. As you […]
‘Fortnite’ finally nerfs the hated B.R.U.T.E. mechs
[ad_1] pic.twitter.com/WBnJWjB2Wf — timthetatman (@timthetatman) August 22, 2019 Thank you. Keep this up. ? https://t.co/abvM4ivNiH — FaZe EwOk (@Ewok) August 22, 2019 mechs nerfed and junk rifts vaulted, LETS GO — benjyfishy (@benjyfishy) August 22, 2019 It’s not all downside for the mechs though — their health has been bumped up from 1,000 points to […]
Even DSLR cameras are vulnerable to ransomware
[ad_1] Check Point Software noticed that the Picture Transfer Protocol (PTP) — which is unauthenticated in both wired and wireless modes — is particularly vulnerable to malware attacks. Ironically, they were able to uncover flaws in the Canon EOS 80D by using firmware originally cracked by Magic Lantern, which supplies its own open source app […]
Apple quietly updates Macs to remove Zoom webcam exploit
[ad_1] Zoom told TechCrunch that it partnered with Apple to test the fix. It shouldn’t affect functionality other than requiring your permission to launch the app. We’ve asked Apple for comment. Apple is known to deliver quiet updates to block malware. This, however, is another story — the company is pushing an update to fix […]