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Seecrets on Stability A Gentle Intro on Cryptography
A somewhat prolonged list of content "Retaining Your Guidelines Strategy" will have a look at smart ideas in more element and offer very helpful advice and tips. Certainly, these will continue with the style of making crypto and computer stability re...
Johnthomas · 2 years ago · 71
Chrome is going to hide parts of URLs
Web browsing has changed a lot over the years. There's no more Home button, we browse with tabs instead of opening a new window every time, and a GeoCities page, with lots and lots of animated GIFs is no longer the pinnacle of cool. But one thing tha...
Alex · 08 July 2020 · 71
Faster Fixes: Ubuntu's Plan to Reduce Linux Kernel Package Vulnerabilities
Kleber Souza, an engineer at Canonical who maintains Linux kernel packages for Ubuntu, has announced a new kernel update cycle. The new cycle, which is codenamed "4/2", involves generating additional SU kernel package updates (Security Update) that i...
Jacob Enderson · 03 August 2023 · 70
So you want to be a Security Engineer?
Data is exposed, leaked, stolen and traded every day on the internet. Data breaches are now so common, they no longer become headlines, but mere side notes. Yet companies are spending more and more and more on information security every year, which i...
Alex · 05 November 2020 · 66
Security threats every software developer should be aware of
Working as a security developer comes with many perks. Flexible working opportunities, a high-demand market, a promising salary, and a bright future ahead of you are just some advantages of the job. However, many people don't know how...
Alex · 15 November 2022 · 67
Are Google Chrome extensions safe?
One of the most useful things about modern web browsers is their support for extensions, whether it's automatically finding coupon codes. Cleaning up your experience on social media, auto-magically filling in passwords or blocking ads and cutting int...
Alex · 24 July 2020 · 64
How to Change Netflix Region to Access Geo-Blocked Content?
It goes without saying that US Netflix offers the greatest and most varied selection of material available. Even though you pay a monthly membership, you won't be able to use it if you're in Europe or Asia. The good news is that you no longer have to fly abroad to see your favorite program. Continue reading to learn how to safely change your Netfl...
cornerstone · 01 February 2023 · 67Gigabyte Motherboards have a firmware backdoor
Researchers from Eclypsium have discovered anomalous behavior on systems with motherboards from the Taiwanese company Gigabyte Technology. The UEFI firmware used in these motherboards, without informing the user during system boot, performed substitution and execution of an executable file for the Windows platform. Subsequently, the executed file w...
Kelly · 01 June 2023 · 64Why Does Intel Keep Having Security Problems?
In the never ending CPU wars between AMD and Intel, a lot of enthusiasts understandably focus on which of the latest offerings from team red or team blue will give them the best bang for the buck for gaming, streaming and content creation. In other w...
Alex · 30 June 2020 · 56
Top 8 Helpful Security Apps for Your Mobile Phone
So, do you need antivirus software on your phone, taking up extra space, slowing you down, and sending you a barrage of annoying notifications? More than 86% of smartphones worldwide run Android, compared to less than 15% running iOS. It's no surpris...
Setsuna Lake · 03 August 2022 · 52
Can Reverse DNS Boost Security Significantly?
Reverse DNS isn't a term that many people know. If you have ever wanted to know what it is and how its implementation can help boost your security, then keep on reading! We'll cover the purpose of Reverse DNS, how it works, and the value it brings. So, hop on board and let us help you understand how you can use it to boost. History of Reverse DNS...
Alex · 08 February 2023 · 50GeForce's graphics cards: Nvidia backdoor enables BIOS modifications
With two new flash tools, the BIOS versions of current GeForce graphics cards can be overwritten - even in the RTX 4000 models. Two hobbyists have managed to do what Nvidia has been trying to prevent for years: They have designed tools that allow mod...
Kelly · 21 August 2023 · 53
Security updates: Attackers can compromise Aruba switches
Certain switch models from Aruba are vulnerable. The developers have closed a security hole. Network admins should update their Aruba switches to the latest version for security reasons. If this is not done, attackers can compromise the operating sys...
Kelly · 03 August 2023 · 49
Your Main Guide to Vulnerability Assessment and Its Many Types
Vulnerability assessments are used to define, detect, categorize, and prioritize defects and vulnerabilities in applications, devices, and networks that might expose organizations' products, services, code, and applications to attack. Security flaws allow malicious actors to exploit an organization's apps and systems. Comprehensive vulnerability a...
Alex · 30 March 2023 · 44Secure Hard Drive Disposal: Protecting Your Data and the Environment
As technology continues to advance, the need for secure and responsible disposal of hard drives has become increasingly important. Proper disposal of hard drives is essential to protect sensitive data and comply with environmental regulations....
SPW Enterprise · 21 June 2023 · 44
Patchday: Critical malware vulnerabilities pose threat to Android 11, 12 and 13
Google and other Android device manufacturers have released their monthly collective security updates. Attackers can attack Android in many ways and paralyze devices via DoS attack or even execute malicious code. Some manufacturers have now released...
Kelly · 09 August 2023 · 49