[ad_1] While someone could get some of that same information through other means, the Vote Joe app trivialized obtaining it (among other issues, the software also doesn’t require users to verify their email). Moreover, the App Analyst found Vote Joe pulls in more data than it displays through its user interface, including what seems like […]
Category: Security
Razer data leak may have exposed info of over 100,000 customers
[ad_1] “We would like to thank you, sincerely apologize for the lapse and have taken all necessary steps to fix the issue as well as conduct a thorough review of our IT security and systems,” the company said. “We remain committed to ensure the digital safety and security of all our customers.” If a malicious […]
Zoom rolls out two-factor video call authentication for all accounts
[ad_1] Zoom has unveiled two-factor authentication (2FA) for all user accounts, to make it easier to prevent “zoombombing” and other security breaches. Once enabled, the system will require users to enter a one-time code from a mobile authenticator app, SMS or phone call. That in turn will block potential attackers from taking control of accounts […]
Microsoft details how it will phase out Flash support in Edge after 2020
[ad_1] As of summer 2021, Microsoft will remove the Flash-related developer frameworks, group policies and user interfaces from legacy Edge and IE11 through cumulative updates across multiple Windows versions, including Windows 10 and 8.1. Corporate customers that need Flash will still have options. Edge will let Flash run as a plugin through the Internet Explorer […]
FCC estimates it’ll cost carriers $1.8 billion to replace Huawei, ZTE hardware
[ad_1] Many carriers that serve rural areas use relatively inexpensive ZTE and Huawei equipment. After the FCC started collecting data about that in February, more than 50 carriers have told the agency they or their subsidiaries have tech from those companies in their networks. However, it might be prohibitively expensive for them to tear all […]
Ring devices will soon work with Lutron’s smart lighting systems
[ad_1] Home automation company Lutron’s smart lighting systems will soon be able to link up with Ring’s doorbells and cameras. As such, whenever someone rings your doorbell or Ring devices detect motion, Lutron can switch on your lights automatically. Lutron’s Caseta, Caseta Pro and RA2 Select systems will support this integration, as will all of […]
Apple pushes iOS 14’s updated ad anti-tracking feature to 2021
[ad_1] “We are committed to ensuring users can choose whether or not they allow an app to track them,” the company said in a developer update it posted on Thursday. “To give developers time to make necessary changes, apps will be required to obtain permission to track users starting early next year.” While the policy […]
The Level Touch is a smart lock in disguise
[ad_1] For those who want to live a key-free life without having an obvious smart lock on your door, Level Home might have the product for you. Level Touch, the company’s latest product, is a smart lock designed to look like a key lock. Some smart locks, like August, Kwikset and others, have distinctive hardware […]
Google Drive flaw may let attackers fool you into installing malware
[ad_1] The approach could be used for spear phishing attacks that trick users into compromising their systems. You might get a notification of a document update and grab the file without realizing the threat. Nikoci said he notified Google about the issue, but that it was still unpatched as of August 22nd. We’ve asked Google […]
Former Uber security chief arrested for covering up 2016 hack
[ad_1] In addition to obstruction of justice, prosecutors charged Sullivan with failing to share knowledge of a felony. In total, he faces up to eight years in prison if convicted of both charges. “We expect good corporate citizenship,” said US Attorney David L. Anderson. “We expect prompt reporting of criminal conduct. We expect cooperation with […]