Life could always be harder… Story on ZDNet
Month: April 2023
I used ChatGPT to write the same routine in 12 top programming languages. Here’s how it did
Over the past few months, we’ve all come to know that ChatGPT can write code Story on ZDNet
Israeli Firm Using Spyware to Infect iPhones Via Calendar Invites
An Israeli surveillance company has been found infecting iPhones with spyware , possibly by exploiting Apple’s iCloud calendar invitation system. Story on PCMag
How to completely remove your data from LastPass’s servers (eventually)
If the troubles dogging LastPass have prompted you to find another Password Manager, then here is some advice concerning removing your data from LastPass… Story on ZDNet
What Does Malware Look Like? Take a Tour of Real-World Samples
A properly installed and maintained antivirus program should wipe out any malware attack, be it a bot, a virus, a Trojan, or even ransomware. Story on PCMag
Windows CLFS Vulnerability Used for Ransomware Attacks
Microsoft’s Patch Tuesday for April 2023 targets 97 vulnerabilities, seven of them rated critical – as well as one that’s currently being exploited in the wild. Story on eSecurity Planet
FBI warns of public ‘juice jacking’ charging stations that steal your data. How to stay protected
FBI warns of public ‘juice jacking’ charging stations… Story on ZDNet
PSA: Public Phone Charging Ports Are Malware Magnets
Have you juiced up your laptop or phone at the free public charging stations available at places like airports and malls? You may want to reconsider… Story on PCMag
Vendor Bricks Smart Garage Door Controller to Fix Major Flaw
Nexx, the manufacturer behind a smart garage door controller that can be easily hacked, has decided to temporarily solve the problem by nuking the product… Story on PCMag
PingIdentity launches decentralized identity management
With the world moving toward password-free and low-friction user verification systems… Story on TechRepublic