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MacOS security bug could allow a bogus version of Safari to steal your data
Last year, Apple expanded its security bounty program to include macOS after several years of offering the same for iPhone developers. But according to at least one researcher, the company isn't acting quick enough on some exploits. Developer Jeff Johnson informed Apple about an ...
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5 things to do if you’re worried about job security
Is job security keeping you up at night? Here are five practical things you can do to feel less anxious and hopefully plan ...
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Samsung's new mobile security chip protects booting process and crypto transactions
Samsung introduced its second-gen security chip (S3FV9RR) for smartphones today. The chip, akin to Apple's T2 and Google's Titan M chips, is designed to secure the booting process, parts of storage, and mobile-based payments. The Korean tech-giant launched its first Secure Enclave ...
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Microsoft open-sources its coronavirus threat data for security researchers
For the last couple of months, cybercriminals have taken advantage of the coronavirus pandemic to launch a series of attacks on individuals and companies, with a COVID-19 angle. In order to fight these threats, Microsoft has open-sourced its threat knowledge to help the security ...
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No need to mourn the death of the third-party cookie
Amid the whirlwinds of the industry’s response, it’s become abundantly clear that the demise of the cookie is probably ...
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GitHub bolsters code security with advanced scanning and private instances
GitHub today announced that it's bolstering its security solutions by offering GitHub Advanced Security and Private Instances features. Along with this the company also unveiled Codespaces -- cloud-based development environment -- and Discussions feature. Last year, GitHub acquired ...
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Here's how UX design can protect users' security and privacy
Did you know TNW Conference has a track fully dedicated to exploring new design trends this year? Check out the full ‘Sprint’ program here. It’s time for bed, but first, a few routine tasks: Put on pajamas. Brush teeth. Open windows. Unlock doors. Place ...
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Facebook tests security measures by cloning itself and setting bots free
In a parallel social network hidden from prying eyes, an army of Facebook bots is abusing the platform to find hidden security flaws work out ways to improve security. The fake users try to scam other bots, post illicit content, and steal personal data in a scaled-down version ...
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Zoom sued by shareholder after security issues tanked its stock price
Just when it looked like Zoom's getting its act together, the company's troubles got bad to worse. Yesterday, one of its shareholders sued the company in the US for "overstating its privacy standards and failing to disclose that its service was not end-to-end encrypted." According ...
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After a litany of security fuck-ups, Zoom promises weekly updates
While the world is sitting at home, video calling and conferencing apps are having the time of their lives. Zoom is probably one of the most used apps, the most controversial one as well. In the past few weeks, it has reached the peak of its popularity with more than 200 million ...
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Coronavirus hype leads New York's top lawyer to probe Zoom over security
Zoom so far says its school services are in line with federal laws, but let's see if that tune changes with New York's top ...
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CIA agents have been hacking China for 11 years, security firm claims
A leading Chinese security firm has accused the CIA of hacking local businesses and government agencies for the past 11 years. ...
