A flaw in 1Password 8 for macOS may leave vault items exposed to hackers or malware. The issue, which was discovered by Robinhood's Red Team, is resolved in 1Password 8 version 8.10.36 and later. This issue, identified as CVE-2024-42219, is due to an incomplete XPC inter-process communication implementation. In plain...

Update 1Password to Patch a Major Security Flaw on Mac

Are you confident about your passwords? Is your password safe? Is your password uncrackable? Think again. Traditional methods for cracking passwords are becoming outdated due to AI and powerful machine learning networks. Forget complex codes, studies show AI can crack common passwords in under a minute. Cybercriminals are using powerful...

AI Password Cracking: What Is It & How to Stay Safe?

Cybersecurity can be confusing. Here are six easy things you can do, and habits you can adopt, to improve your Linux security. They work equally well on fresh installs and long-running computers. Computers have transformed our lives. They allow us to do things we couldn’t possibly do otherwise. Because they’re...

6 Easy Tasks to Improve the Security of Your Linux Computer

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One Walmart shopper is issuing a warning against buying meat at the massive retail chain—but the reason why isn’t strictly tied to Walmart. It seems that customers at stores such as Walmart believe it's acceptable to grab perishable items, such as meat or dairy, and then place them on any available shelf if they decide they no longer want them.

Walmart customer shares why they will never shop for meat at the store leaving viewers torn

The Govee Triad Flood Light offers fun color combos to illuminate your home using three light heads. Limited by a short power cord, this floodlight requires advance planning for installation. The Govee Home app provides presets and full customization of color, plus smart home connectivity features. Govee Triad Flood Lights...

These New Govee Flood Lights Create Lots of Light (For Lots of Money)

For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

As technology advances, threat actors increasingly leverage these innovations to conduct social engineering attacks including vishing, targeting the human element that technical controls often cannot fully safeguard. What is Vishing?. Voice phishing, also known as Vishing, is a type of social engineering attack that uses phone calls or audio messages...

This Caller Does Not Exist: Using AI to Conduct Vishing Attacks

The emergence of Internet of Things and artificial intelligence technologies is contributing to an expanded mobile threat environment. The growing usage of IoT devices and sensors and capability of AI to support sophisticated cyberattacks pose significant challenges to mobile security, according to new Verizon Business 2024 Mobile Security Index. Retail respondents to a survey of more than 600 people responsible for security strategy, policy and management provided the following data:

Verizon: Mobile security threats are on the rise

Proton just introduced two new improvements to its password manager service, Proton Pass. The new updates allow users to autofill online forms and log into the Proton Pass desktop app using biometric authentication. The Proton Pass app across all platforms now has “identities.” This new feature lets you save and...

Proton Pass Now Has Even Better Autofill

The common crash report contains hidden information that could be golden for security professionals, according to security researcher and DoubleYou CEO Patrick Wardle, who took the stage at the 2024 BlackHat USA conference to preach the virtues of crash analysis. “From these reports we can extract a myriad of information...

Black Hat: Crash reports could prove invaluable to security pros

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

The face of cyber threats has transformed dramatically over the decades. At first, they emerged as hacks, viruses and denial of service attacks, often hatched by young computer whiz kids chasing thrills and bragging rights. Then, criminal organizations leveraged increasingly sophisticated tools and techniques to steal private customer data, shut down business operations, access confidential/sensitive corporate information and launch ransomware schemes.

The Top 4 Forms of AI-Enabled Cyber Threats

The EcoFlow Delta Pro 3 is a powerful battery for household appliances, with 4,000W capabilities. It's heavy at 113 pounds but offers 7 AC outlets, 4 USB ports, and a 12V DC out for convenience. Charging an EV is possible with this battery, but recharging can take a while using...

I Would Trust This Huge Backup Battery to Keep My Home Going During an Emergency

Following the AT&T call and text phone hack, Jenn Sullivan has tips on how to protect your personal data.

Protecting Your Phone From Hackers

LinkedIn is for everyone, not just stuffy professionals. Students and workers alike can benefit from networking and job searching. Job search tools on LinkedIn can streamline applications. Keep profiles updated for easy job application integration. LinkedIn offers free online courses, groups, and games to engage users beyond job searching. Building...

Why It's Important to Have a LinkedIn Account

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Smart projection glasses with great sound and bright screens, perfect for watching movies and Google TV content on the go. Upgraded speakers and higher resolution make the RayNeo Air 2S a slight improvement from previous models. Consider the RayNeo Pocket TV accessory for a more immersive streaming experience, especially for...

These Smart Glasses Are Like Using a Projector Only You Can See

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More and more people are warming up to the idea that decluttering your physical possessions goes hand-in-hand with decluttering your mind aka mental clutter. The following is how a clear mind will help your decluttering goal.

How A Clear Mind Will Benefit Your Decluttering Goal

Have you ever wondered if your home mirrors your true self? Just like people present their best selves on social media, our homes can showcase our personalities and lifestyles. Does your home reflect who you are? I hope so because this will make you the most comfortable.

Decluttering | Does Your Home Reflect Who You Are

Invest in quality tools, such as a screwdriver set with various bits, to prevent damaging your electronics during repairs. Start by cleaning your devices like PCs and controllers to maintain functionality and hygiene before moving onto more complex repairs. Simple repairs you can tackle next include fixing stick drift on...

This Is the Best Way to Start Your at Home Repair Journey

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9 Quickest Ways to Improve Your Cyber Security (So Do Them Now)

Cybersecurity can be a complicated topic, but it's a necessary one. Contrary to popular belief, you don't need to hire a professional or be a tech...

9 Quickest Ways to Improve Your Cyber Security (So Do Them Now)

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