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Google's master software for some Android phones includes an insecure hidden feature that could potentially allow remote control or spying on users, according to a security company that discovered it inside phones at a US intelligence contractor. The feature seems to be designed to give employees at stores selling Pixel...

Google's hidden Android feature raises security concerns

Suspected Chinese hackers have been exploiting a previously unknown "zero-day" vulnerability in networking software to plant password-harvesting malware in at least one US-based ISP. The flaw affects a product called Versa Director, which ISPs use to manage SD-WAN networks. On Tuesday, researchers with Black Lotus Labs at Lumen Technologies said...

Chinese Hacking Unit Uses Zero-Day Flaw to Infiltrate US ISP

In this version of the Hacker’s Playbook Threat Coverage round-up, we are highlighting attack coverage for several new threats, including those discovered via original research by the SafeBreach Labs team. SafeBreach customers can select and run these attacks and more from the SafeBreach Hacker’s Playbook. to ensure coverage...

Windows Downdate Attacks, Quick Share Vulnerability Exploit, and More: Hacker’s Playbook Threat Coverage Round-up: August 2024

AMD had its internal communications claimed to be stolen and posted for sale by hacking groups IntelBroker and EnergyWeaponUser following a breach of the U.S. multinational semiconductor manufacturer's systems on Sunday, according to The Register. Included in the data purportedly exfiltrated from AMD were communications from various sources, including "amdsso[.]okta[.]com,"...

Attackers Steal, Sell AMD’s Internal Communications

Email logins may seem convenient, but they often come with hidden pitfalls. They can slow you down, compromise your security, and leave you vulnerable in ways passwords simply don’t. Here’s why I stick with passwords for my accounts. MAKEUSEOF VIDEO OF THE DAY. 1 Speed and Convenience. Passwords...

Email Login Is Secure, But There Are Still 5 Reasons I Prefer a Password

When Tesla introduced its CCS-to-NACS charging adapter back in 2022, it priced it at the hefty $250. Older Model Y and Model 3 vehicles made before 2020 had to also buy a CCS Combo 1 retrofit component together with the adapter for $350, while the Model X/S retrofits went for the princely $450.

Tesla Model Y CCS retrofit price drops to lowest ever as the adapter is now 50% off

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A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Paralyzed Ivan Vargas has become the first person on East Coast to receive the $91,032 Ekso Indego Personal exoskeleton under a revised Medicare 2024 ruling. Medicare now classifies exoskeletons in the braces category, allowing these devices to be prescribed to qualifying patients for home use. Ivan Vargas has become the...

Paralyzed Ivan Vargas becomes first person on East Coast to receive the $91,032 Ekso Indego exoskeleton under revised Medicare 2024 ruling

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Gainesville, FL

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Big changes are coming to Florida’s home improvement scene as LL Flooring, the company once known as Lumber Liquidators, is shutting down five of its stores across the state. This isn’t just a Florida issue—LL Flooring is going through a massive restructuring nationwide after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, which will affect 94 stores in 31 states.

A home improvement store chain to shut down 5 locations in Florida due to bankruptcy issues

‘Any meat items my dogs refuse to eat, I no longer eat.’ It’s said that animals have a “sixth sense,” which affords them an insight human beings cannot match. There are clips of security camera earthquake footage where pets can be seen wigging out seconds before tremors begin.

‘It ain’t food anymore.’: Dairy Queen customer warns against chicken after his dog refuses to eat it

These companies are on growth paths that could deliver major gains in the coming years. If you follow tech or stock market news even slightly, you're probably growing tired of reading about artificial intelligence (AI). The technology has been featured in countless headlines since the start of 2023, after the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT. The advanced chatbot reignited interest in AI, highlighted its potential to improve many industries, and motivated companies across tech to pivot their business toward the budding market.

2 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks That Could Help Make You a Fortune

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A leaked spreadsheet reportedly belonging to Microsoft employees discloses that the company is paying employees in the AI division handsomely compared to counterparts in Azure and Cloud.

Leaked document: Microsoft pays, on average, $120K more per year for an AI software engineer compared to someone working in Azure

Over the years, scammers have become very inventive in their efforts to swindle you out of your money, privacy, security, and sanity. They have pretended to be everything from your family, friends, employers, insurance companies, and financial institutions. Now, they are taking it a step further and sending emails from you. That’s right, these scammers are spoofing your email address to make it appear as though the emails you are receiving are coming from your own address.

Why am I getting spam from my own email address and how to stop it

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Atlanta, GA

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A 40-year-old man has been sentenced to over 28 years in prison for distributing significant amounts of fentanyl and other controlled substances to dealers in the Middle Georgia region. Authorities revealed that investigators uncovered evidence linking the drugs provided by the defendant, 40-year-old Lagary Williams, also known as "Frog," from Atlanta, to a fatal overdose.

Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Supplying Deadly Fentanyl Linked to Fatal Overdose

Square Enix's Foamstars initially launched to a very strong reception, reportedly beating out smash-hit Helldivers 2 on launch day — likely owing to its launch as part of the PS Plus monthly games program. However, that player count soon dropped steeply, with some gamers seemingly looking to greener pastures and others put off by the use of AI-generated images in in-game art. Now, it looks like Foamstars might be looking to regain some of its lost player count by going free-to-play.

Square Enix shooter Foamstars to go free-to-play after haemorrhaging players following February release

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San Antonio, TX

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NEW JERSEY - A San Antonio, Texas woman, Janet Bernal, also known by several aliases including “Rocky G” and “RockyG-Kruella,” has been arrested and charged with wire fraud for allegedly selling over $18 million worth of counterfeit coupons to be used at retail stores across the United States.

Coupon Queen's $18M Fraud: Woman Arrested in Nationwide Scheme

In today's fast-paced digital environment, securing online accounts has become more crucial than ever. One-time passwords (OTPs) stand out as a robust layer of security, safeguarding users from potential cyber threats. But what exactly are OTPs, and how do they function to protect our digital identities? One-time passwords are unique codes sent to your mobile device or email, used for a single login session or transaction, making them much harder for hackers to exploit. This introduction will guide you through 20 fascinating facts about OTPs, shedding light on their importance, how they're generated, and their role in enhancing online security. From their use in multi-factor authentication to their application in banking and e-commerce, understanding OTPs is essential for anyone navigating the digital world.

20 Facts About One-Time Passwords

Since July 12, four unnamed American Internet Service Providers (ISPs) have been hacked. They all used the same platform to manage and control their vast networking enterprise. By infiltrating this platform, hackers managed to steal customer credentials, which were otherwise encrypted. Black Lotus Labs first discovered and reported the vulnerability...

Your Internet Provider Might Have Got Hacked

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AMD has reportedly been the victim of a data breach which compromised internal communications and sensitive employee information, experts have said.Criminal organizations IntelBroker and EnergyWeaponUser took credit for the attack, with the stolen data apparently consisting of sensitive employee information such as user credentials, internal resolutions, and case descriptions.The data was listed on dark web marketplace BreachForums, and is professed to be from a ‘mix of sources’.
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That’s not all, as IntelBroker claimed to be behind several alleged attacks in recent months, namely Europol and T-Mobile, with sensitive data listed for sale each time. Both organizations affected denied that they...

AMD reportedly hacked again — criminals offer data for sale online

Your data is important—to you but also to corporations. Apps may sell your data and build profiles about you. How do you fight back and reclaim your privacy? You need to delete apps that vacuum up your personal information. That includes getting rid of your accounts completely and requesting they delete your private data. Here’s where to start.

Give Your Privacy a Quick Boost by Deleting These 10 Data-Hungry Apps

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A $500-a-month malware dubbed \"Cthulhu Stealer\" targets macOS users and steals sensitive data

A new information-stealing malware targeting Apple macOS users has been exposed by cybersecurity researchers. Referred to as \"Cthulhu Stealer\", it first became available as a malware-as-a-service...

A new information-stealing malware targeting Apple macOS users has been exposed by cybersecurity researchers. Referred to as "Cthulhu Stealer", it first became available as a malware-as-a-service...

A $500-a-month malware dubbed "Cthulhu Stealer" targets macOS users and steals sensitive data

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