New ‘Stagefright’ vulnerability puts millions of Android smartphone users at risk

The Stagefright vulnerability was discovered last year and had put billion+ Android smartphones at risk. However, Android security team and many smartphone manufacturers have issued patches and updates to mitigate the risks. In a demonstration, the researchers were able to remotely hack a phone with Stagefright-based exploit. The team was able to hack devices running Android 2.2, 4.0, 5.0, and 5.1. Thankfully, other versions of Android dont seem to be affected by the issue....

March 18, 2016 · 1 min · 198 words · Chelsea Sanders

Facebook denial that turned into a $4 billion cheque for this developer

working as an early employee for 11 years. However, it was his past and he had been wrecked thinking about it. It feels like you are being pushed out the door when you are nearing the dreaded age of 40. Looking forward to lifes next adventure. The hurt emits from those 140 characters and also strength of character. So, Brian stuck with it and landed up with a job with an old colleague from Yahoo!...

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 124 words · Selena Hall

Hacker Behind ‘The Fappening’ Pleads Guilty to hacking Hollywood stars

However, prosecutors say they will recommend he only get 18 months in exchange for a guilty plea. The photos were spread widely on Web forums like Reddit and 4chan. Collins is not charged with leaking the photos after taking them. Lawless unauthorized access to such private information is a criminal offense. Collins would send emails that seemed to be from Apple or Google, asking them to provide information. When the victims responded, Collins accessed their accounts and obtained personal information, including nude photographs and videos....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 87 words · Bonnie Mann

Make up your Facebook profile, choose from hundreds of profile picture frames

But fans from India and Pakistan are doing something different. Hundreds of thousands of Indian cricket fans are putting the Pakistani frame around their picture. And Pakistani fans are doing the same thing showing support for India. Theyre using the hashtag #ProfilesForPeace… If you wish to try out the new feature, you’re free to go to facebook.com/profilepicframes. source: www.techworm.net

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 59 words · Jacqueline Cox

Meet Raspberry Pi 3’s new competitor – $15 Pine 64 computer

The most expensive Pine 64 which comes with Wi-Fi, is priced at $29. Pine 64 runs on Android and Remix OS, a version of Android for PCs. The companys website haslisted three models of Pine 64. On the other hand, Pi 3 is capable of rendering 1080p video at 60 frames per second. The Pine 64 has two USB ports, while the Raspberry Pi 3 has four USB ports. No details were provided by Pine64 on its shipment plans....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 81 words · Denise Edwards

NASA to burn unmanned orbiting craft to test fire in space

Understanding fire in space has been the focus of many experiments over the years, said Ruff. As the material burns, the same would also be filmed by the cameras. source: www.techworm.net

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 31 words · Wendy Tyler

Security-focused messaging service Wire gets ultra private video call feature

You may have heard ofWireultra-private messaging app with end-to-end encryption and no advertising to prevent misuse of user data. It now has added another feather to its cap total privacy enabled video call service. First telephone call was made today, 140 years ago. “Mr. Watson come here I want to see you.” Wire utilizes the Axolotl ratchet for end-to-end encryption, with prekeys employed for asynchronous communication. As such, both parties do not need to be connected simultaneously for the connection to be encrypted....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 118 words · Jason Smith

Steve Wozniak: ‘This isn’t the Apple that changed the world’

The only difference is the band in all those watches. Twenty watches from $500 to $1100. The bands the only difference? So it might be moving, but youve got to follow, you know. Youve got to follow the paths of where the markets are. So, I love the software, and I love the hardware, and nothings letting me down. So I approve very strongly of Tim Cook and the new Apple....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 156 words · Paul Davis

Tips to make your Windows 10 PC run faster

And the latest Windows 10 is somewhat a bulky OS. From there, you’re able to disable anything you dont want. They can also cause unexpected bugs and incompatibility issues with other devices and apps. Turn off the toggle switches next to the apps you dont want to have running all the time. Of course, you could still launch these programs manually if you need them. Even better, now its mostly automatic and easy to navigate....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 77 words · Jason Ruiz

Victoria Police are proud owners of $200,000 Mercedes GLE63 AMG SUV Coupe

The imposing Mercedes will be a fully functional highway patrol vehicle used for everyday police work by Victoria Police. However, the new Mercedes-Benz police car does have leather seats and shiny wheels. Assistant Commissioner Doug Fryer wants new car buyers to highlight safety when purchasing a car. Its a shame safety this good costs as much as a studio apartment. This is not the first time that high-powered luxury cars have been used for police duties....

March 17, 2016 · 1 min · 95 words · Wendy Clark

AceDeceiver, the malware that attacks iPhones via Apple DRM

Once it infects the non-jailbroken iPhone, it starts installing malicious Apps without the iPhone owners knowledge. Apples security team removed all the three Apps in February 2016. Palo Alto networks has notified Apple of the malware threat, but it has yet to be patched. source: www.techworm.net

March 16, 2016 · 1 min · 46 words · Juan Vega

Founding Member Of LulzSec Gets Hired By An Online Payments Firm

This project aims to create a commercial blockchain platform to enhance the visibility and reliability of online payments. Beyond the Trustery project, Al-Bassam will also work closely with Secure Tradings cyber security sister company Cognosec. Al-Bassam was one of six core members of LulzSec during its 50-day spree of attacks in that year. He was 16 at the time. Mustafa is now reformed and is a sought after security expert with a special focus on financial services....

March 16, 2016 · 1 min · 137 words · Kayla Taylor

Now FBI Wants Apple To Hack a Boston Gang Member’s iPhone

A search warrant was approved in February for two phones belonging to Desmond Crawford. According to him, the iPhone contains contact information for other gang members, associates, and drug customers. Based on wiretapped phone conversations, I . The San Bernardino case initiated an intense national debate over privacy, security, and encryption. source: www.techworm.net

March 16, 2016 · 1 min · 53 words · Gabriela Williams