Microsoft Fixes 8 Zero-Days In January 2025 Patch Tuesday

These included eight zero-day vulnerabilities, of which three are under active exploitation and five are publicly known flaws. The three zero-day vulnerabilities under active exploitation in the wild are tracked asCVE-2025-21333,CVE-2025-21334, andCVE-2025-21335. According to Microsoft, successfully exploiting the vulnerability could allow an authenticated user to execute code with SYSTEM privileges. It is recommended that the latest security updates be applied to ensure protection against these vulnerabilities. source: www.techworm.net

January 15, 2025 · 1 min · 68 words · Mark Cannon

Zero-Day Vulnerability Targets Fortinet FortiGate Firewalls

According to Arctic Wolf Labs researchers, malicious activity against Fortinet firewalls began in mid-November 2024. Threat actors also created new SSL VPN portals where the user accounts were added directly. According to the cybersecurity company, the threat actors have been removed from affected systems before they can proceed. Artic Wolf Labs notified Fortinet about the activity observed in this campaign on December 12, 2024. It also advises regularly upgrading the firmware on firewall devices to the latest version to protect against known vulnerabilities....

January 14, 2025 · 1 min · 85 words · Michael Cannon

Google Project Zero Researcher Discovers Exploit In Samsung Devices

Out-of-bound write in libsaped.so prior to SMR Dec-2024 Release 1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. How the attack could be performed? This setting is enabled by default on the Galaxy S23 and S24 models. This flaw allowed local attackers allowed local attackers to install malicious applications by exploiting insufficient cryptographic signature verification. Additionally, it is advisable to disable RCS in Google Messages to reduce the risk of zero-click exploits further....

January 11, 2025 · 1 min · 74 words · John Smith

Getty Images And Shutterstock To Merge In A $3.7 Billion Deal

It will also give content creators substantially greater opportunities to reach customers worldwide. source: www.techworm.net

January 8, 2025 · 1 min · 15 words · Michael Bowers

CISA: Recent Government Hack Only Affected US Treasury

At this time, there is no indication that any other federal agencies have been impacted by this incident. The cybercriminals had compromised BeyondTrust, a third-party vendor that provides identity and remote support for Treasury workstations. However, it is unclear how the BeyondTrust key was stolen. We are working aggressively to safeguard against any further impacts and will provide updates, as appropriate. source: www.techworm.net

January 7, 2025 · 1 min · 63 words · Nicole Dougherty DDS

Apple To Pay Siri Users $20 Per Device Over Siri Privacy Lawsuit

Apple has denied any wrongdoing and liability as part of the settlement. For those unaware, a class-action lawsuit was filed against Apple five years ago. The lawsuit accused Siri of recording users private and confidential conversations when it was surreptitiously activated on Siri-enabled devices. source: www.techworm.net

January 3, 2025 · 1 min · 46 words · Melissa Frey

Apple Pauses Vision Pro Production Due To Low Demand: Report

The high price and a limited ecosystem of software offerings contributed to this decline in demand. MacRumorssaidthis updated machine could launch sometime between late 2025 and early 2026. source: www.techworm.net

January 2, 2025 · 1 min · 30 words · Paul Thomas

Comparing Three Top AI Tools for Video Storyboarding

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is helping creators build their dream toolkit for video ideation, storyboarding and production. Faster project turnarounds without sacrificing quality or creativity. Users can select resolutions up to 1080p from various aspect ratios, including widescreen, vertical, and square. This blend of automation and customization saves valuable time and ensures polished, professional-grade results for compelling storytelling. Krock Storyboard AI Krockis an all-in-one, automated platform designed to streamline creative workflows....

January 2, 2025 · 1 min · 116 words · Randy Spencer

Adobe Warns Of Critical ColdFusion Flaw With PoC Exploit

This could lead to the disclosure of sensitive information or the manipulation of system data, aNIST advisoryreads. The company has released emergency security patches (ColdFusion 2021 Update 18 and ColdFusion 2023 Update 12). Further, Adobe has suggested that users apply the security configuration tweaks detailed in theColdFusion 2023andColdFusion 2021lockdown guides. source: www.techworm.net

December 25, 2024 · 1 min · 52 words · Margaret Rivera

Italy Fines OpenAI €15M For ChatGPT GDPR Breach

This lack of transparency delayed the authoritys ability to respond and safeguard affected individuals. Reacting to the recent fine, OpenAI dubbed the decision disproportionate and announced it would appeal. source: www.techworm.net

December 23, 2024 · 1 min · 31 words · Micheal Russo

U.S. Charges Developer Of LockBit For Billions In Ransomware Damages

Panev is currently in custody in Israel and is awaiting extradition to the United States. My client is a computer technician. The arrest of Mr. Panev reflects the Departments commitment to using all its tools to combat the ransomware threat. We started this year with a coordinated international disruption of LockBit the most damaging ransomware group in the world. source: www.techworm.net

December 21, 2024 · 1 min · 61 words · Sandra Gilmore

Dutch DPA Fines Netflix $4.75M For GDPR Breach

That must be crystal clear. Especially if the customer asks about this. And that was not in order, Aleid Wolfsen, Chairman of the Dutch DPA, said. However, it took almost five years to obtain it, and in a very simple case. Meanwhile, Netflix has objected to the fine but hasnt yet appealed the decision as a whole. source: www.techworm.net

December 20, 2024 · 1 min · 59 words · David Alexander

Microsoft Halts Windows 11 24H2 Update Amid Audio Glitches

There is nothing that requires your attention at the moment. Once the update is ready for your gadget, youll see it available on this page. Currently, there are no workarounds for the newly discovered audio bug. source: www.techworm.net

December 19, 2024 · 1 min · 38 words · Ronald Fernandez