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The Pegasus Project Shows Tech Giants Need to Do More to Keep Users Safe
Cybersecurity experts have been sounding the alarm about industrialized insecurity for years, but the Pegasus Project has to be a line in the sand.
Mysterious Israeli Spyware Vendor’s Windows Zero-Days Caught in the Wild
Microsoft and Citizen Lab found a new kind of spyware made by the mysterious Israeli vendor Candiru, and targeting someone in Europe based on their political beliefs.
Annoying LinkedIn Networkers Actually Russian Hackers Spreading Zero-Days, Google Says
A new report by Google researchers details a hacking campaign by “likely Russian government-backed” hackers targeting European government officials.
Microsoft Tries, Fails to Patch Critical Windows Vulnerability. Chaos Ensues
Security researchers warn there's an unpatched vulnerability in Windows and Windows Server that could allow hackers to take full control of targets' computers and servers.
Hackers Tricked Microsoft Into Certifying Malware That Could Spy on Users
The company said the hackers targeted video games in China, potentially to cheat and compromise their accounts.
Microsoft’s Shareholders Demand Right-to-Repair
The computer giant’s shareholders are demanding it investigate how right-to-repair can build a more sustainable world.
Google Won't Say If It Will Update Its Blurry Maps of Gaza
Images of Israel and Gaza are now legal to distribute. But Google is still running outdated images on Maps, potentially hindering open source conflict researchers.
FBI Accesses Computers Around Country to Delete Microsoft Exchange Hacks
The FBI obtained court approval to access vulnerable computers across the United States.
Ransomware Gangs Are Starting to Hack Vulnerable Microsoft Exchange Servers
After Chinese government hackers took the lead, cybercriminals are stepping in to try to monetize unpatched Exchange email servers: “This is poised to be pretty bad,” a Microsoft researcher said.
Photos of the Time NSYNC Launched Some MSN Network Thing on CD-ROM
Looking at these photos from 2000, you can see Justin Timberlake wondering why he was there.
Microsoft Determined To Make Xbox Live Gold A Bad Deal
The price increase makes it seem more cost effective just to spring for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Getting a Refund for 'Cyberpunk 2077' Is a Complete Mess
The studio issued a public policy for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions, telling folks to seek a refund. Chaos ensued.