Staples May Have Exposed Some Of Its Customer Data
If you're a customer of US retail chain Staples, you may have recently received a notification from the company regarding a problem with their Order Tracking system.
https://conta.cc/2GnXByc
Nvidia Gets In The CPU Game With ARM Purchase
If you're more than a casual gamer, you're probably already quite familiar with Nvidia, one of the industry's leaders when it comes to graphics cards.
https://conta.cc/3i9dvcJ
Microsoft Edge Browser Is Included With Latest Windows 10 Updates
Do you use Microsoft Edge? Unfortunately, Microsoft doesn't care whether you do or not, they're force-installing the browser on Windows 10 systems as part of their updates.
https://conta.cc/2HywWPF
Windows Makes Changes To Avoid Finger Command Security Vulnerability
Hackers use a variety of techniques to infiltrate systems and make off with data, but one of the more effective approaches is to use the system against itself.
There are a number of executables residing within the Windows operating system, for instance, that can be used by an enterprising hacker to make off with a wide range of data.
Since these techniques leverage executables that are native to the OS, they almost never trigger defensive mechanisms like Windows Defender or the company's anti-malware software suite.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/09/24/windows-makes-changes-to-avoid-finger-command-security-vulnerability/
Bluetooth Vulnerability Could Affect The Majority Of Devices
Do you have a smartphone, tablet, laptop or a "smart" device in your home? Or perhaps the better question is, how many of those devices do you have?
https://conta.cc/3ctQHTU
Chrome Update Will Block Resource Intensive Ads
Are you a regular Chrome user? If so, you've got yet another reason to love the most popular browser in the world.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/09/21/chrome-update-will-block-resource-intensive-ads/
New HEH Botnet Malware Can Destroy Devices It Attacks
Security researchers at Netlab have recently reported on their discovery of a terrifying new botnet on the web.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/14/new-heh-botnet-malware-can-destroy-devices-it-attacks
Update Windows Display Drivers Soon For Security Fix
If you've got an NVIDIA graphics card in your PC, and odds are pretty good that you do, be aware that the company recently released a security update.
https://conta.cc/3jX1IQq
Solid State Drives Get Health Monitoring In Windows 10 Update
Do you have a solid state drive (SSD) inside your PC?
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/12/solid-state-drives-get-health-monitoring-in-windows-10-update/
Software Crack Sites Are Being Used To Distribute Ransomware
The temptation is high to buy cracked software, but is it worth it in the end?
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/10/software-crack-sites-are-being-used-to-distribute-ransomware/
New Ransomware Targeting NAS Storage Company Devices
Does your business rely on QNAP NAS storage devices? You need to read this and take action now. Be aware!!!
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/09/new-ransomware-targeting-nas-storage-company-devices/
Luxury Brand Louis Vuitton Experiences Data Breach Concerns
If you're a fan of the luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton, be advised that the company recently and quietly fixed an issue on their website that may have been exploited by hackers before the company became aware of it.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/08/luxury-brand-louis-vuitton-experiences-data-breach-concerns/
Mac And Android Added To GravityRAT Malware’s Targets
Malware comes in all shapes and sizes. Some strains copy and encrypt files. Others serve annoying ads.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/31/mac-and-android-added-to-gravityrat-malwares-targets/
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Mac And Android Added To GravityRAT Malware’s Targets
Photoshop Testing Security For Images To Prevent Theft And Fakes
Deep Fakes are becoming an increasingly large problem.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/10/31/photoshop-testing-security-for-images-to-prevent-theft-and-fakes/
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Photoshop Testing Security For Images To Prevent Theft And Fakes
WordPress Loginizer Plugin Was Automatically Updated Due To Vulnerability
WordPress tends to take a light-handed approach when it comes to managing the legions of plugins that are compatible with the most popular blogging platform on the planet.
https://conta.cc/37WDH99
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WordPress Loginizer Plugin Was Automatically Updated Due To Vulnerability
Happy Halloween everyone, don't let any goblins in your system today.
Coordinated Effort Underway To Take Down Trickbot Malware
Score one for the good guys. A team led by Microsoft's DCU (Digital Crimes Unit) that includes Symantec, NTT Ltd, ESET, and Lumen's Black Lotus Labs is working on something new.
https://conta.cc/34Gf1j8
Adobe Patches A Number of Critical Vulnerabilities In Latest Update
If you make frequent use of Adobe products, then you'll definitely want to give priority to applying the latest security update offered by the company.
https://conta.cc/3oG3Leo
Cyber Attacks On Schools Are Increasing According To Recent Warning
Many schools around the world are still shuttered as tens of millions of school age children take to learning from home via remote or distance learning technologies.
https://conta.cc/3mOXJGl
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Cyber Attacks On Schools Are Increasing According To Recent Warning
Adrozek Is A New Malware Strain With Big Plans
Microsoft recently issued a warning about an ongoing malware campaign they discovered.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/12/21/adrozek-is-a-new-malware-strain-with-big-plans/
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Adrozek Is A New Malware Strain With Big Plans
Microsoft Teams Has Added Several New Features
Since the start of the pandemic, Microsoft has been working at a furious pace to add new features to Teams.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/12/19/microsoft-teams-has-added-several-new-features/
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Microsoft Teams Has Added Several New Features
Microsoft Asks Customers To Replace Internet Explorer With Edge Browser
Internet Explorer is proving to be a very difficult web browser to kill, and it's not for lack of trying on Microsoft's part.
https://conta.cc/38Clk80
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Microsoft Asks Customers To Replace Internet Explorer With Edge Browser
New iPhone Security Hack Allows Total Takeover Of Device
Do you own an iPhone? If so, although you may not know the name, you owe Ian Beer your thanks.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/12/17/new-iphone-security-hack-allows-total-takeover-of-device/
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New iPhone Security Hack Allows Total Takeover Of Device
New Android App Go SMS Pro Has Security Vulnerability
Do you use the Go SMS Pro Android app? If so, you've got plenty of company.
https://www.computertroubleshootersmaryland.com/2020/12/16/new-android-app-go-sms-pro-has-security-vulnerability/
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New Android App Go SMS Pro Has Security Vulnerability
Chrome Will Help Users By Checking Passwords For Strength
Google has come under fire from privacy groups recently, the fact remains that on balance, the company is working hard to improve overall user experience on the web and provide better security.
https://conta.cc/2LbZAbo
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Chrome Will Help Users By Checking Passwords For Strength
Healthcare Ransomware Problem Is Getting Worse Recently
Ransomware attacks are one of the most prevalent cyber attacks on healthcare. It has been around for many years, however, it became a trend in 2016.
https://conta.cc/3oKDlHc
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Healthcare Ransomware Problem Is Getting Worse Recently
Millions Of Teespring Users Had Private Information Breached
Teespring is a popular destination on the web that allows users to create and sell custom-printed apparel, including, as the name implies, custom-designed tee-shirts.
https://conta.cc/3cAvF81
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Millions Of Teespring Users Had Private Information Breached
