Google Fi Introduces “Number Lock” Feature to Combat SIM Swapping Attacks
Google Fi has rolled out a new security feature called "Number Lock" aimed at preventing SIM swapping attacks, the company announced.
Fujitsu Confirms Customer Data Exposed in March Cyberattack
Fujitsu has confirmed that customer data was compromised in a cyberattack discovered earlier this year.
Hackers Exploit Vulnerabilities in WordPress Calendar Plugin Used by 150,000 Sites
Security researchers have discovered a critical vulnerability in the Modern Events Calendar plugin for WordPress, affecting all versions up to and including 7.11.0.
DOJ Seizes ‘Bot Farm’ Operated by the Russian Government
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has seized control of a sprawling 'bot farm' allegedly operated by the Russian government.
WhatsApp’s New Feature to Help Users Stay Safe in Group Messaging
WhatsApp on Tuesday rolled out a new feature that will help users stay safe in group messaging.
Avast Releases Free Decryptor for DoNex Ransomware and Past Variants
Security researchers at Avast have cracked the code on DoNex ransomware and released a free decryptor tool for it and its previous variants.
Apple Complies with Russian Regulations, Removes 25 VPN Apps from App Store
Apple has removed 25 virtual private network (VPN) apps from the Russian App Store following a request from Roskomnadzor, Russia's telecommunications watchdog.
Nearly 39 Million Records Exposed in Rapid Legal Database Breach
Cybersecurity researcher Jeremiah Fowler uncovered a non-password-protected database containing 38.6 million records belonging to Rapid Legal.
Microsoft Rolls Out Spellcheck, Autocorrect for Notepad Users in Windows 11
Microsoft has rolled out spellcheck and autocorrect in the Notepad app in Windows 11 -- 40 years after the text editor was first introduced in Windows in 1983.
South Korea’s Regulator Set to Take Steps Against Google over YouTube Bundling Allegations
South Korea's antitrust regulator is expected to take punitive steps against Google regarding allegations that it has unfairly bundled YouTube's music service with its premium subscription program, officials said on Monday.
X Manually Reviewing Users’ Direct Messages, Musk Has No Clear Answer
In a worrying trend, Elon Musk-owned X is manually reviewing certain users’ direct messages (DMs) to investigate reported violations and misuse of its service, “or to comply with laws or governmental requests”.
LG Energy Solution’s Operating Profit Plunges 58 Pc as EV Sales Slip
LG Energy Solution Ltd (LGES), South Korea's leading battery maker, said on Monday its second-quarter operating profit plunged 58 percent from a year earlier due to slowing sales of electric vehicles.
Shopify Points Finger at Third-Party App After Customer Data Appears Online
Shopify, the popular e-commerce platform, is facing controversy after customer data allegedly leaked online. The company denies a direct security breach, instead pointing the finger at a third-party app on its platform.
CERT-In Finds Multiple Bugs in Microsoft Edge, Alerts Users
The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has warned users of multiple vulnerabilities in Microsoft Edge (Chromium-based) which could allow an attacker to compromise the targeted system.
Will Fight Apple Over ‘Arbitrary’ Changes: Epic Games CEO
The fight between Apple and Epic Games is not over yet and now, Epic Games Founder and CEO Tim Sweeney have said that the App Store owner's EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) saga "has taken a turn towards the absurd".
Unboxing Bliss: 5 Essential Steps After Buying a New Laptop
Unbox your new laptop with excitement! Follow these 5 must-do steps to ensure a smooth, secure, and personalized start. Happy computing awaits!
Update All Your Windows Apps with Just 2 Command Lines Using Winget
Keep your Windows apps up-to-date effortlessly with `winget`. Learn how to upgrade all your applications using just two simple command lines.
Apple Approves Epic Games’ Marketplace App After Initial Rejections
After multiple rejections, Apple has approved Epic Games' app marketplace for iPhones and iPads in Europe.
Crypto Thefts Surge to $1.4 Billion in H1 2024, Researchers Report
The total value of cryptocurrency stolen in hacks worldwide more than doubled in the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in the previous year.
YouTube’s Eraser Tool Gets AI Upgrade, Simplifying Copyright Issues for Creators
YouTube has significantly upgraded its "erase song" tool, leveraging AI to make copyright claim resolution a breeze.
