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1.11.24

Microsoft Delays Windows Copilot+ Recall Release Over Privacy Concerns Microsoft is further delaying the release of its controversial Recall feature for Windows Copilot+ PCs, stating it's taking the time to OS

The Hacker News

1.11.24

New LightSpy Spyware Version Targets iPhones with Increased Surveillance Tactics Cybersecurity researchers have discovered an improved version of an Apple iOS spyware called LightSpy that not only expands on its OS

The Hacker News

28.10.24

Researchers Uncover OS Downgrade Vulnerability Targeting Microsoft Windows Kernel A new attack technique could be used to bypass Microsoft's Driver Signature Enforcement (DSE) on fully patched Windows systems, OS

The Hacker News

29.9.24

Windows 11 KB5043145 update released with 13 changes and fixesMicrosoft released the September 2024 preview update (KB5043145) for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, with 13 improvements and fixes for multiple issues, including Edge and task manager freezes.OSBleepingComputer

28.9.24

Tails OS merges with Tor Project for better privacy, securityThe Tor Project and Tails OS are merging operations to better collaborate for a free internet by protecting users from surveillance and censorship.OS

BleepingComputer

28.9.24

Google sees 68% drop in Android memory safety flaws over 5 yearsThe percentage of Android vulnerabilities caused by memory safety issues has dropped from 76% in 2019 to only 24% in 2024, representing a massive decrease of over 68% in five years.OS

BleepingComputer

28.9.24

Windows 10 KB5043131 update released with 9 changes and fixesMicrosoft has released the September 2024 non-security preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, with fixes for bugs causing Edge web browser freezes and media playback issues.OS

BleepingComputer

22.9.24

Microsoft ends development of Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)Microsoft has officially announced that Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) is now deprecated, but plans to maintain current functionality and continue publishing updates through the channel.OS

BleepingComputer

22.9.24

Windows Server 2025 previews security updates without restarts​Microsoft announced today that Hotpatching is now available in public preview for Windows Server 2025, allowing installation of security updates without restarting.OS

BleepingComputer

21.9.24

macOS Sequoia change breaks networking for VPN, antivirus softwareUsers of macOS 15 'Sequoia' are reporting network connection errors when using certain endpoint detection and response (EDR) or virtual private network (VPN) solutions, and web browsers.OSBleepingComputer

21.9.24

Microsoft may have revealed Windows 11 24H2 is coming this monthMicrosoft may have accidentally confirmed that Windows 11 24H2 (Windows 11 2024 Update) is arriving on September 24 as part of the optional preview update, with it rolling out to more people as part of the mandatory October Patch Tuesday updates.OS

BleepingComputer

21.9.24

Apple pulls iPadOS 18 update bricking M4 iPad Pro devicesApple has paused the rollout of iPadOS 18 on iPad Pro tablets with the M4 chip after numerous owners reported the update is "bricking" their devices, with no way to turn them on after performing the update.OS

BleepingComputer

20.9.24

Microsoft rolls out Office LTSC 2024 for Windows and Mac​Microsoft has announced that Office LTSC (Long Term Servicing Channel) 2024, a volume-licensed and perpetual version of Office for Windows and macOS users, is now available for commercial and government customers.OS

BleepingComputer

16.9.24

Apple Drops Spyware Case Against NSO Group, Citing Risk of Threat Intelligence ExposureApple has filed a motion to "voluntarily" dismiss its lawsuit against commercial spyware vendor NSO Group, citing a shifting riskOSThe Hacker News

14.9.24

Microsoft fixes Windows Server performance issues from August updatesMicrosoft says this month's Patch Tuesday cumulative updates also fix a known issue causing Windows Server 2019 boot problems, freezes, and performance issues after installing the August 2024 security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

14.9.24

Windows 10 KB5043064 update released with 6 fixes, security updatesMicrosoft has released the KB5043064 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, which includes 6 changes and fixes, including a fix for Bluetooth devices that stop working due to a memory leak.OS

BleepingComputer

14.9.24

Microsoft fixes Windows Smart App Control zero-day exploited since 2018Microsoft has fixed a Windows Smart App Control and SmartScreen flaw that has been exploited in attacks as a zero-day since at least 2018.OS

BleepingComputer

14.9.24

Windows 11 KB5043076 cumulative update released with 19 changesMicrosoft has released the mandatory Windows 11 23H2 KB5043076 cumulative update to fix security vulnerabilities and make 19 improvements.OS

BleepingComputer

14.9.24

Microsoft September 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 4 zero-days, 79 flawsToday is Microsoft's September 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 79 flaws, including three actively exploited and one publicly disclosed zero-days.OS

BleepingComputer

14.9.24

Microsoft to start force-upgrading Windows 22H2 systems next monthMicrosoft announced that Windows 11 installs reaching the end of support next month, on October 8, will be force-upgraded to Windows 11 23H2.OS

BleepingComputer

8.9.24

SpyAgent Android malware steals your crypto recovery phrases from imagesA new Android malware named SpyAgent uses optical character recognition (OCR) technology to steal cryptocurrency wallet recovery phrases from screenshots stored on the mobile device.OS

BleepingComputer

8.9.24

Google backports fix for Pixel EoP flaw to other Android devicesGoogle has released the September 2024 Android security updates to fix 34 vulnerabilities, including CVE-2024-32896, an actively exploited elevation of privilege flaw that was previously fixed on Pixel devices.OS

BleepingComputer

8.9.24

New Windows PowerToy launches, repositions apps to saved layoutsMicrosoft has released a new Workspaces PowerToy that helps launch sets of applications using custom desktop layouts and configurations with a mouse click.OS

BleepingComputer

1.9.24

Microsoft is trying to reduce Windows 11's desktop spotlight clutterWindows 11's Spotlight feature is a pretty nice way to jazz up your desktop background with different wallpapers and fun facts when you hover over the image icon, but it takes up a lot of space. Microsoft is working on a new change that reduces this clutter in the Windows 11 Spotlight feature.OS

BleepingComputer

1.9.24

Windows 10 KB5041582 update released with 5 changes and fixesMicrosoft has released the August 2024 preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, with fixes for issues causing system freezes and memory leaks.OS

BleepingComputer

31.8.24

Windows 11 KB5041587 update adds sharing to Android devicesMicrosoft has released the optional KB5041587 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, which adds sharing to Android devices and fixes multiple File Explorer issues.OS

BleepingComputer

31.8.24

Windows Downdate tool lets you 'unpatch' Windows systemsSafeBreach security researcher Alon Leviev has released his Windows Downdate tool, which can be used for downgrade attacks that reintroduce old vulnerabilities in up-to-date Windows 10, Windows 11, and Windows Server systems.OS

BleepingComputer

25.8.24

Microsoft shares temp fix for Linux boot issues on dual-boot systemsMicrosoft shared a workaround for Linux boot issues triggered by August security updates on dual-boot systems with Secure Boot enabledOS

BleepingComputer

25.8.24

New Windows 10 22H2 beta fixes memory leaks and crashesMicrosoft has released a new Windows 10 22H2 beta (KB5041582) with memory leak and crash fixes for Insiders in the Beta and Release Preview channels.OS

BleepingComputer

25.8.24

Microsoft: August updates cause Windows Server boot issues, freezesMicrosoft has confirmed and fixed a known issue causing performance issues, boot problems, and freezes on Windows Server 2019 systems after installing the August 2024 security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

24.8.24

Microsoft confirms August updates break Linux boot in dual-boot systemsMicrosoft has confirmed the August 2024 Windows security updates are causing Linux booting issues on dual-boot systems with Secure Boot enabled.OS

BleepingComputer

24.8.24

Hackers steal banking creds from iOS, Android users via PWA appsThreat actors started to use progressive web applications to impersonate banking apps and steal credentials from Android and iOS users.OS

BleepingComputer

24.8.24

Microsoft to roll out Windows Recall to Insiders in OctoberMicrosoft announced today that it will start rolling out its AI-powered Windows Recall feature to Insiders with Copilot+ PCs in October.OS

BleepingComputer

23.8.24

August Windows security update breaks dual boot on Linux systemsAccording to user reports following this month's Patch Tuesday, the August 2024 Windows security updates are breaking dual boot on some Linux systems with Secure Boot enabled.OS

BleepingComputer

22.8.24

Microsoft Patches Critical Copilot Studio Vulnerability Exposing Sensitive DataCybersecurity researchers have disclosed a critical security flaw impacting Microsoft's Copilot Studio that could be exploited toOSThe Hacker News

21.8.24

Windows 11 preview update adds new Power mode optionsWindows 11 Build 27686 has a few noteworthy improvements, such as 2TB support for FAT32 storage. It also improves Windows Sandbox and offers greater control over HDR settings, but there's an undocumented change - the ability to set power mode for two power states.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

Chrome will redact credit cards, passwords when you share Android screenGoogle is testing a new feature that redacts your credit card details, passwords and other sensitive information in Chrome when sharing or recording your screen on Android.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

Windows 11 will finally give you greater control over HDR featuresMicrosoft has released Windows 11 Build 27686 with some hidden HDR-related changes.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

Microsoft removes FAT32 partition size limit in Windows 11Microsoft removed today an arbitrary 32GB size limit for FAT32 partitions in the latest Windows 11 Canary build, now allowing for a maximum size of 2TB.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

Microsoft disables BitLocker security fix, advises manual mitigationMicrosoft has disabled a fix for a BitLocker security feature bypass vulnerability due to firmware incompatibility issues that were causing patched Windows devices to go into BitLocker recovery mode.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

Microsoft retires Windows updates causing 0x80070643 errorsMicrosoft has retired several Windows security updates released during the January 2024 Patch Tuesday that have been causing 0x80070643 errors when installing Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) updates.OS

BleepingComputer

21.8.24

New Windows SmartScreen bypass exploited as zero-day since MarchToday, Microsoft revealed that a Mark of the Web security bypass vulnerability exploited by attackers as a zero-day to bypass SmartScreen protection was patched during the June 2024 Patch Tuesday.OS

BleepingComputer

17.8.24

Windows Server August updates fix Microsoft 365 Defender issueThe August 2024 Windows Server updates fix a known issue that breaks multiple Microsoft 365 Defender features after installing last month's security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

17.8.24

Microsoft August 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 9 zero-days, 6 exploitedToday is Microsoft's August 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 89 flaws, including six actively exploited and three publicly disclosed zero-days. Microsoft is still working on an update for a tenth publicly disclosed zero-day.OS

BleepingComputer

17.8.24

Microsoft fixes issue that sent PCs into BitLocker recoveryMicrosoft has fixed a known issue causing some Windows devices to boot into BitLocker recovery after installing last month's Windows security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

17.8.24

Windows 11 KB5041585 cumulative update released with fixes, new featuresMicrosoft has released the KB5041585 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2, which includes many improvements and changes, including the ability to directly drag apps from the Pinned section of the Start menu and pin them to the taskbar.OS

BleepingComputer

17.8.24

Windows 10 KB5041580 update released with 14 fixes, security updatesMicrosoft has released the KB5041580 cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 and Windows 10 21H2, which includes 14 changes and fixes, including BitLocker fixes and important security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

16.8.24

Microsoft shares Outlook workaround for Gmail sign-in issues​​Microsoft has shared a temporary fix for a known issue preventing Microsoft 365 customers from signing in or adding Gmail accounts using classic Outlook.OS

BleepingComputer

16.8.24

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of support in 60 daysMicrosoft has reminded customers that multiple editions of Windows 11 21H2 and 22H2 will reach the end of servicing in 60 days, on October 8, 2024.OS

BleepingComputer

13.8.24

FreeBSD Releases Urgent Patch for High-Severity OpenSSH VulnerabilityThe maintainers of the FreeBSD Project have released security updates to address a high-severity flaw in OpenSSH that attackersOSThe Hacker News

11.8.24

macOS Sequoia brings better Gatekeeper, stalkerware protectionsApple's macOS Sequoia, now in beta testing, will make it harder to bypass Gatekeeper warnings and add system alerts for potential stalkerware threats.OS

BleepingComputer

7.8.24

Apple's New macOS Sequoia Tightens Gatekeeper Controls to Block Unauthorized SoftwareApple on Tuesday announced an update to its next-generation macOS version that makes it a little more difficult for users toOSThe Hacker News
6.8.24Google Patches New Android Kernel Vulnerability Exploited in the WildGoogle has addressed a high-severity security flaw impacting the Android kernel that it said has been actively exploited in the wild. TheOSThe Hacker News

3.8.24

Apple iOS 18.1 Beta previews Apple Intelligence for the first timeApple has released the iOS 18.1 Beta to developers, allowing them to test some of its upcoming AI-powered Apple Intelligence features before they are released for testing in the public previews.OS

BleepingComputer

28.7.24

Windows 11 taskbar has a hidden "End Task" feature, how to turn it onMicrosoft has added a feature to Windows 11 that allows you to end tasks directly from the taskbar.OS

BleepingComputer

28.7.24

July Windows Server updates break Remote Desktop connectionsMicrosoft has confirmed that July's security updates break remote desktop connections in organizations where Windows servers are configured to use the legacy RPC over HTTP protocol in the Remote Desktop Gateway.OS

BleepingComputer

28.7.24

Windows 11 KB5040527 update fixes Windows Backup failuresMicrosoft has released the optional KB5040527 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, which includes fixes for Windows Backup and upgrade failures.OS

BleepingComputer

27.7.24

Microsoft fixes bug behind Windows 10 Connected Cache delivery issuesMicrosoft has fixed a known Windows 10 update issue that broke Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC) node discovery on enterprise networks.OS

BleepingComputer

27.7.24

Windows July security updates send PCs into BitLocker recoveryMicrosoft warned that some Windows devices will boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the July 2024 Windows security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

27.7.24

Windows 10 KB5040525 fixes WDAC issues causing app failures, memory leakMicrosoft has released the July 2024 preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, with fixes for Windows Defender Application Control (WDAC) issues causing app crashes and system memory exhaustion.OS

BleepingComputer

20.7.24

Microsoft: Windows 11 23H2 now available for all eligible devicesMicrosoft says the Windows 11 2023 Update has entered the broad deployment phase and is now available to all seekers on eligible systems.OS

BleepingComputer

18.7.24

Microsoft finally fixes Outlook alerts bug caused by December updatesMicrosoft has finally fixed a known Outlook issue, confirmed in February, which was triggering incorrect security alerts after installing the December security updates for Outlook Desktop.OS

BleepingComputer

13.7.24

Microsoft fixes Windows 11 bug causing reboot loops, taskbar freezesMicrosoft has fixed a known issue causing restart loops and taskbar problems on Windows 11 systems after installing the June KB5039302 preview update.OS

BleepingComputer

13.7.24

Windows 10 KB5040427 update released with Copilot changes, 12 other fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5040427 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 with 13 changes, including Microsoft Copilot now behaving like an app, providing more flexibility on how it is displayed.OS

BleepingComputer

13.7.24

Microsoft July 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 142 flaws, 4 zero-daysToday is Microsoft's July 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 142 flaws, including two actively exploited and two publicly disclosed zero-days.OS

BleepingComputer

13.7.24

Windows 11 KB5040442 update released with 31 fixes, changesMicrosoft is rolling out the KB5040442 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2, which includes up to thirty-one improvements and changes. The changes include a new feature that adds back the "Show Desktop" button, which Copilot replaced.OSBleepingComputer

11.7.24

Microsoft: Windows 11 22H2 reaches end of service in OctoberMicrosoft reminded customers today that multiple editions of Windows 11, version 22H2, will reach the end of servicing (EOS) in three months, on October 8, 2024.OS

BleepingComputer

10.7.24

Microsoft's July Update Patches 143 Flaws, Including Two Actively ExploitedMicrosoft has released patches to address a total of 143 security flaws as part of its monthly security updates, two of which haveOS

The Hacker News

8.7.24

Apple Removes VPN Apps from Russian App Store Amid Government PressureApple removed a number of virtual private network (VPN) apps in Russia from its App Store on July 4, 2024, following a request byOSThe Hacker News

2.7.24

Fake IT support sites push malicious PowerShell scripts as Windows fixesFake IT support sites promote malicious PowerShell "fixes" for common Windows errors, like the 0x80070643 error, to infect devices with information-stealing malware.OS

BleepingComputer

30.6.24

Microsoft resumes rollout of Windows 11 KB5039302 update for most usersMicrosoft has resumed the rollout of the June Windows 11 KB5039302 update, now blocking the update only for those using virtualization software.OS

BleepingComputer

29.6.24

Microsoft pulls Windows 11 KB5039302 update causing reboot loopsMicrosoft pulled the June Windows 11 KB5039302 update after finding that it causes some devices to restart repeatedly.OS

BleepingComputer

29.6.24

Windows 11 KB5039302 update released with 9 changes or fixesMicrosoft has released the Windows 11 KB5039302 preview update for Windows 11 version 22H2, bringing several new features and fixes.OS

BleepingComputer

29.6.24

Windows 10 KB5039299 update released with 10 changes or fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5039299 update for Windows 10 version 22H2 with up to ten bug fixes or changes, including a fix for "Open With" dialog boxes being shown when using apps.OS

BleepingComputer

27.6.24Microsoft says bug causes Windows 10 apps to display Open With dialogsMicrosoft has confirmed that Windows 10 apps will mistakenly display an "How do you want to open this file?" dialog box when attempting to right-click on the program's icon and perform a registered task.OS

BleepingComputer

27.6.24Apple Patches AirPods Bluetooth Vulnerability That Could Allow EavesdroppingApple has released a firmware update for AirPods that could allow a malicious actor to gain access to the headphones in an unauthorizedOSThe Hacker News
14.6.24Microsoft deprecates Windows DirectAccess, recommends Always On VPNMicrosoft has announced that the DirectAccess remote access solution is now deprecated and will be removed in a future release of Windows, recommending companies migrate to the 'Always On VPN' for enhanced security and continued support.OS

BleepingComputer

14.6.24New Windows Server KB5039227 and KB5039217 updates fix LSASS crashesMicrosoft has released the Windows Server 2022 KB5039227 and Windows Server 2019 KB5039217 cumulative updates with security fixes and fixes for a variety of bugs.OS

BleepingComputer

14.6.24Windows 11 KB5039212 update released with 37 changes, fixesMicrosoft is rolling out the KB5039212 cumulative update for Windows 11 version 23H3 with thirty-seven improvements and changes, including better drag-and-drop support in the File Explorer address bar.OS

BleepingComputer

14.6.24Windows 10 KB5039211 update released with new feature, 12 fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5039211 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 with 12 changes, including a Snipping Tool feature that allows you to edit Android photos in Windows.OS

BleepingComputer

14.6.24Microsoft June 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 51 flaws, 18 RCEsToday is Microsoft's June 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 51 flaws, eighteen remote code execution flaws, and one publicly disclosed zero-day vulnerability.OS

BleepingComputer

9.6.24Apple to unveil new 'Passwords' password manager app for iPhones, MacsApple will reportedly unveil a standalone password manager named 'Passwords' as part of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS 15 during the upcoming Apple Worldwide Developers Conference.OS

BleepingComputer

9.6.24Microsoft makes Windows Recall opt-in, secures data with Windows HelloFollowing massive customer pushback after it announced the new AI-powered Recall for Copilot+ PCs last month, Microsoft says it will update the feature to be more secure and require customers to opt in to enable it.OS

BleepingComputer

8.6.24Kali Linux 2024.2 released with 18 new tools, Y2038 changesKali Linux has released version 2024.2, the first version of 2024, with eighteen new tools and fixes for the Y2038 bug.OS

BleepingComputer

8.6.24Microsoft announces first Windows 10 Beta build since 2021Microsoft has reopened the Windows 10 beta channel and is asking Insiders to join or switch to receive a new beta build in the coming weeks.OS

BleepingComputer

1.6.24

Microsoft: Windows 11 preview update causes taskbar crashesMicrosoft warned customers on Thursday that the May 2024 non-security preview update for Windows 11 is causing taskbar crashes and glitches.OS

BleepingComputer

1.6.24

macOS version of elusive 'LightSpy' spyware tool discoveredA macOS version of the LightSpy surveillance framework has been discovered, confirming the extensive reach of a tool only previously known for targeting Android and iOS devices.OS

BleepingComputer

1.6.24

Windows 11 KB5037853 update fixes File Explorer issues, 20 bugsMicrosoft has released the May 2024 non-security preview update for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which includes 32 fixes and changes.OS

BleepingComputer

1.6.24

Windows 10 KB5037849 update released with 9 changes or fixesMicrosoft has released the optional KB5037849 Preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 with nine fixes or changes.OS

BleepingComputer

31.5.24

Over 90 malicious Android apps with 5.5M installs found on Google PlayOver 90 malicious Android apps were found installed over 5.5 million times through Google Play to deliver malware and adware, with the Anatsa banking trojan seeing a recent surge in activity.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Microsoft: Windows 24H2 will remove Cortana and WordPad appsMicrosoft says the Cortana, Tips, and WordPad applications will be automatically removed on systems upgraded to the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 release.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Microsoft Copilot fixed worldwide after 24 hour outageAfter over a 24-hour outage, Microsoft's Bing, Copilot, and Copilot in Windows services are back online worldwide, with no information released as to what caused the problem.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Microsoft pushes emergency fix for Windows Server 2019 update errorsMicrosoft has released an emergency out-of-band (OOB) update for Windows Server 2019 that fixes a bug causing 0x800f0982 errors when attempting to install the May 2024 Patch Tuesday security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Apple wasn’t storing deleted iOS photos in iCloud after allSecurity researchers reverse-engineered Apple's recent iOS 17.5.1 update and found that a recent bug that restored images deleted months or even years ago was caused by an iOS bug and not an issue with iCloud.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Windows 11 24H2 now rolling out to Release Preview InsidersMicrosoft is rolling out Windows 11 24H2 to testers in the Release Preview Channel, confirming that it is in the final stages of testing.OS

BleepingComputer

26.5.24

Microsoft to start killing off VBScript in second half of 2024Microsoft announced today that it will start deprecating VBScript in the second half of 2024 by making it an on-demand feature until it's completely removed.OS

BleepingComputer

25.5.24

Microsoft's new Windows 11 Recall is a privacy nightmareMicrosoft's announcement of the new AI-powered Windows 11 Recall feature has sparked a lot of concern, with many thinking that it has created massive privacy risks and a new attack vector that threat actors can exploit to steal data.OS

BleepingComputer

23.5.24

Windows 11 Recall AI feature will record everything you do on your PCMicrosoft has announced a new AI-powered feature for Windows 11 called 'Recall,' which records everything you do on your PC and lets you search through your historical activities.OS

BleepingComputer

23.5.24

The End of an Era: Microsoft Phases Out VBScript for JavaScript and PowerShellMicrosoft on Wednesday outlined its plans to deprecate Visual Basic Script (VBScript) in the second half of 2024 in favor of moreOSThe Hacker News

21.5.24

Windows 11 to Deprecate NTLM, Add AI-Powered App Controls and Security DefensesMicrosoft on Monday confirmed its plans to deprecate NT LAN Manager (NTLM) in Windows 11 in the second half of the year, asOSThe Hacker News

18.5.24

Microsoft shares temp fix for Outlook encrypted email reply issuesMicrosoft has shared a temporary fix for a known issue preventing Microsoft 365 customers from replying to encrypted emails using the Outlook Desktop client.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Microsoft: Windows Server 2019 updates fail with 0x800f0982 errorsMicrosoft has acknowledged a new known issue causing this month's KB5037765 security update for Windows Server 2019 to fail to install with 0x800f0982 errors.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Android to add new anti-theft and data protection featuresGoogle is introducing multiple anti-theft and data protection features later this year, some available only for Android 15+ devices, while others will roll out to billions of devices running Android 10 and later.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Android 15, Google Play Protect get new anti-malware and anti-fraud featuresToday, Google announced new security features coming to Android 15 and Google Play Protect that will help block scams, fraud, and malware apps on users' devices.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Apple blocked $7 billion in fraudulent App Store purchases in 4 yearsApple's antifraud technology has blocked more than $7 billion in potentially fraudulent transactions in four years, the company states in its latest annual fraud prevention analysis.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Microsoft fixes VPN failures caused by April Windows updatesToday, ​Microsoft fixed a known issue breaking VPN connections across client and server platforms after installing the April 2024 Windows security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Microsoft fixes Windows Server bug causing crashes, NTLM auth failuresMicrosoft has fixed a known issue causing NTLM authentication failures and domain controller reboots after installing last month's Windows Server security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Microsoft fixes Windows zero-day exploited in QakBot malware attacksMicrosoft has fixed a zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks to deliver QakBot and other malware payloads on vulnerable Windows systems.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Windows 10 KB5037768 update released with new features and 20 fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5037768 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 with twenty changes, including account notifications in the Start Menu and Widgets on the lock screen.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Microsoft May 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 3 zero-days, 61 flawsToday is Microsoft's May 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 61 flaws and three actively exploited or publicly disclosed zero days.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Windows 11 KB5037771 update released with 30 fixes, changesMicrosoft is rolling out the KB5037771 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H3 with thirty bug fixes and changes, including a fix for a bug breaking VPN connections.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Apple fixes Safari WebKit zero-day flaw exploited at Pwn2OwnApple has released security updates to fix a zero-day vulnerability in the Safari web browser exploited during this year's Pwn2Own Vancouver hacking competition.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Apple and Google add alerts for unknown Bluetooth trackers to iOS, AndroidOn Monday, Apple and Google jointly announced a new privacy feature that warns Android and iOS users when an unknown Bluetooth tracking device travels with them.OS

BleepingComputer

18.5.24

Apple backports fix for zero-day exploited in attacks to older iPhonesApple has backported security patches released in March to older iPhones and iPads, fixing an iOS zero-day tagged as exploited in attacks.OS

BleepingComputer

16.5.24

Android 15 Rolls Out Advanced Features to Protect Users from Scams and Malicious AppsGoogle is unveiling a set of new features in Android 15 to prevent malicious apps installed on the device from capturing sensitiveOSThe Hacker News

14.5.24

Apple and Google Launch Cross-Platform Feature to Detect Unwanted Bluetooth Tracking DevicesApple and Google on Monday officially announced the rollout of a new feature that notifies users across both iOS and Android if aOSThe Hacker News
9.5.24Microsoft: April Windows Server updates also cause crashes, rebootsMicrosoft has confirmed that last month's Windows Server security updates may also cause domain controller reboots after the Local Security Authority Subsystem Service (LSASS) process crashes.OS

BleepingComputer

8.5.24Microsoft tests using MT/s for memory speed in Windows 11 Task ManagerMicrosoft is testing showing memory speeds as MT/s (mega-transfers per second) rather than MHz (megahertz) in the Windows 11 Task Manager.OS

BleepingComputer

8.5.24Finland warns of Android malware attacks breaching bank accountsFinland's Transport and Communications Agency (Traficom) has issued a warning about an ongoing Android malware campaign targeting banking accounts.OS

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6.5.24Android bug leaks DNS queries even when VPN kill switch is enabledA Mullvad VPN user has discovered that Android devices leak DNS queries when switching VPN servers even though the "Always-on VPN" feature was enabled with the "Block connections without VPN" option.OS

BleepingComputer

6.5.24Microsoft warns of "Dirty Stream" attack impacting Android appsMicrosoft has highlighted a novel attack dubbed "Dirty Stream," which could allow malicious Android apps to overwrite files in another application's home directory, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution and secrets theft.OS

BleepingComputer

6.5.24Microsoft won't fix Windows 0x80070643 errors, manual fix requiredMicrosoft has confirmed that it won't provide an automated fix for a known issue causing 0x80070643 errors when installing recent Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) updates.OS

BleepingComputer

6.5.24New 'Cuckoo' Persistent macOS Spyware Targeting Intel and Arm MacsCybersecurity researchers have discovered a new information stealer targeting Apple macOS systems that's designed to set upOSThe Hacker News
5.5.24Microsoft: April Windows Server updates cause NTLM auth failuresMicrosoft has confirmed customer reports of NTLM authentication failures and high load after installing last month's Windows Server security updates.OS

BleepingComputer

5.5.24Microsoft says April Windows updates break VPN connectionsMicrosoft says the April 2024 Windows security updates break VPN connections on Windows 11, Windows 10, and Windows Server systems.OS

BleepingComputer

4.5.24New Wpeeper Android malware hides behind hacked WordPress sitesA new Android backdoor malware named 'Wpeeper' has been spotted in at least two unofficial app stores mimicking the Uptodown App Store, a popular third-party app store for Android devices with over 220 million downloads.OS

BleepingComputer

4.5.24Google rejected 2.28 million risky Android apps from Play store in 2023Google blocked 2.28 million Android apps from being published on Google Play after finding various policy violations that could threaten user's security.OS

BleepingComputer

4.5.24New Brokewell malware takes over Android devices, steals dataSecurity researchers have discovered a new Android banking trojan they named Brokewell that can capture every event on the device, from touches and information displayed to text input and the applications the user launches.OS

BleepingComputer

3.5.24Popular Android Apps Like Xiaomi, WPS Office Vulnerable to File Overwrite FlawSeveral popular Android applications available in Google Play Store are susceptible to a path traversal-affiliated vulnerabilityOSThe Hacker News
2.5.24Android Malware Wpeeper Uses Compromised WordPress Sites to Hide C2 ServersCybersecurity researchers have discovered a previously undocumented malware targeting Android devices that usesOSThe Hacker News
27.4.24Windows 11 KB5036980 update goes live with Start Menu adsMicrosoft has enabled Start menu ads in the optional KB5036980 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2.OS

BleepingComputer

27.4.24Microsoft pulls fix for Outlook bug behind ICS security alertsMicrosoft reversed the fix for an Outlook bug causing erroneous security warnings after installing December 2023 security updatesOS

BleepingComputer

27.4.24Microsoft releases Exchange hotfixes for security update issuesMicrosoft has released hotfix updates to address multiple known issues impacting Exchange servers after installing the March 2024 security updates.OS

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26.4.24New 'Brokewell' Android Malware Spread Through Fake Browser UpdatesFake browser updates are being used to push a previously undocumented Android malware called Brokewell . "Brokewell is aOSThe Hacker News
19.4.24SoumniBot malware exploits Android bugs to evade detectionA new Android banking malware named 'SoumniBot' is using a less common obfuscation approach by exploiting weaknesses in the Android manifest extraction and parsing procedure.OSBleepingComputer
18.4.24New Android Trojan 'SoumniBot' Evades Detection with Clever TricksA new Android trojan called SoumniBot has been detected in the wild targeting users in South Korea by leveraging weaknesses in theOSThe Hacker News
16.4.24Microsoft lifts Windows 11 block on some Intel systems after 2 yearsMicrosoft has finally lifted a compatibility hold blocking Windows 11 upgrades on systems with Intel 11th Gen Core processors and Intel Smart Sound Technology (SST) audio drivers.OS

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15.4.24Chinese-Linked LightSpy iOS Spyware Targets South Asian iPhone UsersCybersecurity researchers have discovered a "renewed" cyber espionage campaign targeting users in South Asia with the aim ofOSThe Hacker News
13.4.24Apple: Mercenary spyware attacks target iPhone users in 92 countriesApple has been notifying iPhone users in 92 countries about a "mercenary spyware attack" attempting to remotely compromise their device.OS

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13.4.24Critical Rust flaw enables Windows command injection attacksMicrosoft has released the KB5036892 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 with twenty-three changes and two new features.OSBleepingComputer
11.4.24Windows 10 KB5036892 update released with 23 new fixes, changesMicrosoft has released the KB5036892 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2 with twenty-three changes and two new features.OS

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11.4.24Windows 11 KB5036893 update released with 29 changes, Moment 5 featuresMicrosoft has released the KB5036893 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H3, which includes 29 changes and fixes and enables the Moment 5 features for every user.OS

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11.4.24Microsoft April 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 150 security flaws, 67 RCEsToday is Microsoft's April 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 150 flaws and sixty-seven remote code execution bugs.OS

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11.4.24Apple Updates Spyware Alert System to Warn Victims of Mercenary AttacksApple on Wednesday revised its documentation pertaining to its mercenary spyware threat notification system to mention that itOSThe Hacker News
11.4.24'eXotic Visit' Spyware Campaign Targets Android Users in India and PakistanAn active Android malware campaign dubbed eXotic Visit has been primarily targeting users in South Asia, particularly those in IndiaOSThe Hacker News
10.4.24Microsoft Fixes 149 Flaws in Huge April Patch Release, Zero-Days IncludedMicrosoft has released security updates for the month of April 2024 to remediate a record 149 flaws , two of which have come underOSThe Hacker News
8.4.24The new features coming in Windows 11 24H2, expected this fallWindows 11 24H2 is set to arrive on existing devices this fall with several new features, mostly Copilot-related improvements.OS

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8.4.24New Windows driver blocks software from changing default web browserMicrosoft is now using a Windows driver to prevent users from changing the configured Windows 10 and Windows 11 default browser through software or by manually modifying the Registry.OS

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7.4.24Recent Windows updates break Microsoft Connected Cache deliveryMicrosoft says Windows 10 updates released since the start of the year are breaking Microsoft Connected Cache (MCC) node discovery on enterprise networks.OS

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7.4.24Microsoft fixes Windows Sysprep issue behind 0x80073cf2 errorsMicrosoft has fixed a known issue causing 0x80073cf2 errors when using the System Preparation (Sysprep) tool after installing November Windows 10 updates.OS

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4.4.24Google Warns: Android Zero-Day Flaws in Pixel Phones Exploited by Forensic CompaniesGoogle has disclosed that two Android security flaws impacting its Pixel smartphones have been exploited in the wild by forensicOSThe Hacker News
1.4.24Malicious Apps Caught Secretly Turning Android Phones into Proxies for CybercriminalsSeveral malicious Android apps that turn mobile devices running the operating system into residential proxies (RESIPs) for otherOSThe Hacker News
1.4.24Vultur Android Banking Trojan Returns with Upgraded Remote Control CapabilitiesThe Android banking trojan known as Vultur has resurfaced with a suite of new features and improved anti-analysis and detectionOSThe Hacker News
31.3.24Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro get preview updates until June 26Microsoft reminded customers today that the Windows 11 22H2 Home and Pro editions will continue to receive non-security preview updates until June 26.OSBleepingComputer
30.3.24Windows 11 KB5035942 update enables Moment 5 features for everyoneMicrosoft has released the March 2024 non-security KB5035942 preview update for Windows 11 23H2, which enables Moment 5 features by default and fixes 18 known issues.OS

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30.3.24Windows 10 KB5035941 update released with lock screen widgetsMicrosoft has released the optional KB5035941 preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2, introducing widgets on the lock screen, Windows Spotlight on the desktop, and 21 other fixes or changes.OSBleepingComputer
30.3.24Free VPN apps on Google Play turned Android phones into proxiesOver 15 free VPN apps on Google Play were found using a malicious software development kit that turned Android devices into unwitting residential proxies, likely used for cybercrime and shopping bots.OSBleepingComputer
24.3.24Microsoft releases emergency fix for Windows Server crashesMicrosoft has released emergency out-of-band (OOB) updates to fix a known issue causing Windows domain controllers to crash after installing the March 2024 Windows Server security updates.OS

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23.3.24Windows 11 Notepad finally gets spellcheck and autocorrectMicrosoft continues to add new features to the Windows Notepad, today announcing a preview release with built-in spellchecking and an autocorrect feature.OS

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23.3.24KDE advises extreme caution after theme wipes Linux user's filesOn Wednesday, the KDE team warned Linux users to exercise "extreme caution" when installing global themes, even from the official KDE Store, because these themes run arbitrary code on devices to customize the desktop's appearance.OS

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23.3.24Microsoft confirms Windows Server issue behind domain controller crashesMicrosoft confirmed that a memory leak introduced with the March 2024 Windows Server security updates is behind a widespread issue causing Windows domain controllers to crash.OS

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23.3.24New Windows Server updates cause domain controller crashes, rebootsThe March 2024 Windows Server updates are causing some domain controllers to crash and restart, according to widespread reports from Windows administrators.OS

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21.3.24Oracle warns that macOS 14.4 update breaks Java on Apple CPUsOracle warned Apple customers to delay installing the latest macOS 14.4 Sonoma update because it will break Java on Apple silicon CPUs.OS

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17.3.24Microsoft announces Office LTSC 2024 preview starting next monthMicrosoft announced that Office LTSC 2024, the next Office LTSC release, will enter a commercial preview phase starting next month and will be generally available later this year.OS

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14.3.24PixPirate Android malware uses new tactic to hide on phonesThe latest version of the PixPirate banking trojan for Android employs a previously unseen method to hide from the victim while remaining active on the infected device even if its dropper app has been removed.OS

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14.3.24Windows KB5035849 update failing to install with 0xd000034 errorsThe KB5035849 cumulative update released during today's Patch Tuesday fails to install on Windows 10 and Windows Server systems with 0xd0000034 errors.OS

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13.3.24Windows 11 KB5035853 update released, here's what's newMicrosoft has released the KB5035853 cumulative update for Windows 11 23H3 and 22H2, with 21 fixes and changes, including fixing a bug causing 0x800F0922 errors when installing updates.OSBleepingComputer
13.3.24Windows 10 KB5035845 update released with 9 new changes, fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5035845 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2, which includes nine new changes and fixes.OS

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13.3.24Microsoft March 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 60 flaws, 18 RCE bugsToday is Microsoft's March 2024 Patch Tuesday, and security updates have been released for 60 vulnerabilities, including eighteen remote code execution flaws.OS

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13.3.24Microsoft says Windows 10 21H2 support is ending in JuneMicrosoft announced today that it would end support for Windows 10 21H2 in June when the Enterprise and Education editions reach the end of service.OS

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13.3.24Microsoft's March Updates Fix 61 Vulnerabilities, Including Critical Hyper-V FlawsMicrosoft on Tuesday released its monthly security update, addressing 61 different security flaws spanning its software, including two critical issuesOSThe Hacker News
10.3.24Windows 10 KB5001716 update fails with 0x80070643 errors, how to fixMicrosoft is pushing out a Windows 10 KB5001716 update used to improve Windows Update that is ironically failing to install, showing 0x80070643 errors.OS

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9.3.24Apple fixes two new iOS zero-days exploited in attacks on iPhonesApple released emergency security updates to fix two iOS zero-day vulnerabilities that were exploited in attacks on iPhones.OS

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6.3.24Microsoft is killing off the Android apps in Windows 11 featureMicrosoft has unexpectedly announced they are ending support for the Windows Subsystem for Android next year on March 5th.OS

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6.3.24Microsoft: Windows 11 “invites” coming to more Windows 10 Pro PCsStarting next month, Microsoft nag screens pushing Windows 11 will also show up on non-managed enterprise devices running Windows 10 Pro and Pro Workstation.OS

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6.3.24Urgent: Apple Issues Critical Updates for Actively Exploited Zero-Day FlawsApple has released security updates to address several security flaws, including two vulnerabilities that it said have been actively exploited in theOSThe Hacker News
3.3.24Windows Kernel bug fixed last month exploited as zero-day since AugustMicrosoft patched a high-severity Windows Kernel privilege escalation vulnerability in February, six months after being informed that the flaw was being exploited as a zero-day.OS

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3.3.24Microsoft fixes Outlook clients not syncing over Exchange ActiveSyncMicrosoft has fixed an issue causing some Microsoft 365 users' Outlook desktop clients to stop connecting to email servers via Exchange ActiveSync.OS

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3.3.24Microsoft pulls Edge update causing 'Out of Memory' crashesMicrosoft has pulled the Microsoft Edge 122.0.2365.63 update after users reported receiving "Out of memory" errors when browsing the web or accessing the browser settings.OS

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3.3.24Windows 10 KB5034843 update released with 9 new changes, fixesMicrosoft has released the optional KB5034843 Preview cumulative update for Windows 10 22H2 with an updated sharing experience and eight other fixes or changes.OS

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3.3.24Windows 11 KB5034848 preview update adds USB 80Gbps supportMicrosoft has released the optional KB5034848 Preview cumulative update for Windows 11 23H2 and 22H2, which brings new features, including USB 80Gbps and nineteen other changes and fixes.OS

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3.3.24Windows 11 'Moment 5' update released, here are the new featuresMicrosoft has released the Windows 11 'Moment 5' update for versions 23H2 and 22H2, starting the rollout of new features, such as Windows Copilot skills and plugins, Voice Access, AI enhancements for ClipChamp and Photos, and Narrator improvements.OS

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3.3.24Microsoft rolls back decision to stop Windows 11 22H2 preview updatesMicrosoft says that systems running Windows 11 22H2 will continue to receive non-security preview updates after initially stating they would no longer receive them after February 2024.OS

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2.3.24Kali Linux 2024.1 released with 4 new tools, UI refreshKali Linux has released version 2024.1, the first version of 2024, with four new tools, a theme refresh, and desktop changes.OS

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2.3.24Windows February 2024 updates fail to install with 0x800F0922 errorsMicrosoft says the February 2024 updates fail to install on Windows 11 22H2 and 23H2 systems, with 0x800F0922 errors and downloads stopping at 96%.OS

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25.2.24Microsoft has started testing Wi-Fi 7 support in Windows 11Microsoft is testing support for Wi-Fi 7 in Windows 11, which offers multi-gigabit speeds and improved throughput, latency, and reliability compared to previous Wi-Fi generations.OS

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25.2.24Microsoft now force installing Windows 11 23H2 on eligible PCsMicrosoft has started force installing Windows 11 23H2 on eligible devices that have reached or are close to their end-of-servicing date.OS

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23.2.24Anatsa Android malware downloaded 150,000 times via Google PlayThe Anatsa banking trojan has been targeting users in Europe by infecting Android devices through malware droppers hosted on Google Play.OS

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23.2.24Researchers Detail Apple's Recent Zero-Click Shortcuts VulnerabilityDetails have emerged about a now-patched high-severity security flaw in Apple's Shortcuts app that could permit a shortcut to access sensitiveOSThe Hacker News
19.2.24Meta Warns of 8 Spyware Firms Targeting iOS, Android, and Windows DevicesMeta Platforms said it took a series of steps to curtail malicious activity from eight different firms based in Italy, Spain, and the United Arab EmiratesOSThe Hacker News
19.2.24Anatsa Android Trojan Bypasses Google Play Security, Expands Reach to New CountriesThe Android banking trojan known as Anatsa has expanded its focus to include Slovakia, Slovenia, and Czechia as part of a new campaign observedOSThe Hacker News
18.2.24Microsoft says it fixed a Windows Metadata server issue that’s still brokenMicrosoft claims to have fixed Windows Metadata connection issues which continue to plague customers, causing problems for users trying to manage their printers and other hardware.OS

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18.2.24New ‘Gold Pickaxe’ Android, iOS malware steals your face for fraudA new iOS and Android trojan named 'GoldPickaxe' employs a social engineering scheme to trick victims into scanning their faces and ID documents, which are believed to be used to generate deepfakes for unauthorized banking access.OS

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18.2.24Microsoft: New critical Exchange bug exploited as zero-dayMicrosoft warned today in an updated security advisory that a critical vulnerability in Exchange Server was exploited as a zero-day before being fixed during this month's Patch Tuesday.OS

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18.2.24Microsoft Exchange update enables Extended Protection by defaultMicrosoft is automatically enabling Windows Extended Protection on Exchange servers after installing this month's 2024 H1 Cumulative Update (aka CU14).OS

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17.2.24Hackers used new Windows Defender zero-day to drop DarkMe malwareMicrosoft has patched today a Windows Defender SmartScreen zero-day exploited in the wild by a financially motivated threat group to deploy the DarkMe remote access trojan (RAT).OS

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17.2.24Windows 10 KB5034763 update released with new fixes, changesMicrosoft has released the KB5034763 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2, which includes a small number of changes, including the continued rollout of changes to comply with Europe's Digital Markets Act (DMA).OS

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17.2.24Microsoft February 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 2 zero-days, 73 flawsToday is Microsoft's February 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for 73 flaws and two actively exploited zero-days.OS

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17.2.24Windows 11 KB5034765 update released with Start Menu fixesMicrosoft has released the KB5034765 cumulative update for Windows versions 23H2 and 22H2 to fix several bugs in the OS, including an issue that causes problems with the Start menu.OS

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15.2.24Microsoft Rolls Out Patches for 73 Flaws, Including 2 Windows Zero-DaysMicrosoft has released patches to address 73 security flaws spanning its software lineup as part of its Patch Tuesday updates for February 2024,OSThe Hacker News
12.2.24Microsoft Introduces Linux-Like 'sudo' Command to Windows 11Microsoft said it's introducing Sudo for Windows 11 as part of an early preview version to help users execute commands with administratorOSThe Hacker News
10.2.24New RustDoor macOS malware impersonates Visual Studio updateA new Rust-based macOS malware spreading as a Visual Studio update to provide backdoor access to compromised systems uses infrastructure linked to the infamous ALPHV/BlackCat ransomware gang.OS

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10.2.24Microsoft fixes Copilot issue blocking Windows 11 upgradesMicrosoft has lifted a compatibility hold that blocked upgrades to Windows 11 23H2 after resolving an issue that caused desktop icons to move erratically when using Windows Copilot on multi-monitor systems.OS

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10.2.24Alert: New Stealthy "RustDoor" Backdoor Targeting Apple macOS DevicesApple macOS users are the target of a new Rust-based backdoor that has been operating under the radar since November 2023. The backdoor, OSThe Hacker News
9.2.24Microsoft unveils new 'Sudo for Windows' feature in Windows 11Microsoft introduced 'Sudo for Windows' today, a new Windows 11 feature allowing users to execute commands with elevated privileges from unelevated terminals.OS

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9.2.24Android XLoader malware can now auto-execute after installationA new version of the XLoader Android malware was discovered that automatically executes on devices it infects, requiring no user interaction to launch.OS

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9.2.24Fake LastPass password manager spotted on Apple’s App StoreLastPass is warning that a fake copy of its app is being distributed on the Apple App Store, likely used as a phishing app to steal users' credentials.OS

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9.2.24Google tests blocking side-loaded Android apps with risky permissionsGoogle has launched a new pilot program to fight financial fraud by blocking the sideloading of Android APK files that request access to risky permissions.OS

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9.2.24MoqHao Android Malware Evolves with Auto-Execution CapabilityThreat hunters have identified a new variant of Android malware called MoqHao that automatically executes on infected devices without requiringOSThe Hacker News
8.2.24Google Starts Blocking Sideloading of Potentially Dangerous Android Apps in SingaporeGoogle has unveiled a new pilot program in Singapore that aims to prevent users from sideloading certain apps that abuse Android app permissions toOSThe Hacker News
7.2.24Microsoft is bringing the Linux sudo command to Windows ServerMicrosoft is bringing the Linux 'sudo' feature to Windows Server 2025, offering a new way for admins to elevate privileges for console applications.OS

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7.2.24Microsoft is bringing the Linux sudo command to Windows ServerMicrosoft is bringing the Linux 'sudo' feature to Windows Server 2025, offering a new way for admins to elevate privileges for console applications.OSBleepingComputer
5.2.24Patchwork Using Romance Scam Lures to Infect Android Devices with VajraSpy MalwareThe threat actor known as Patchwork likely used romance scam lures to trap victims in Pakistan and India, and infect their Android devices with a remoteOSThe Hacker News
5.2.24Pegasus Spyware Targeted iPhones of Journalists and Activists in JordanThe iPhones belonging to nearly three dozen journalists, activists, human rights lawyers, and civil society members in Jordan have been targeted with NSOOSThe Hacker News
4.2.24More Android apps riddled with malware spotted on Google PlayAn Android remote access trojan (RAT) known as VajraSpy was found in 12 malicious applications, six of which were available on Google Play from April 1, 2021, through September 10, 2023.OS

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3.2.24

Exploit released for Android local elevation flaw impacting 7 OEMsA proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit for a local privilege elevation flaw impacting at least seven Android original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) is now publicly available on GitHub. However, as the exploit requires local access, its release will mostly be helpful to researchers.OS

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2.2.24

Microsoft releases first Windows Server 2025 preview buildMicrosoft has released Windows Server Insider Preview 26040, the first Windows Server 2025 build for admins enrolled in its Windows Insider program.OSBleepingComputer

1.2.24

Microsoft introduces flighting for Windows Server insidersMicrosoft has launched flighting for Windows Server systems enrolled in its Windows Insider open software testing program.OS

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1.2.24iPhone apps abuse iOS push notifications to collect user dataNumerous iOS apps are using background processes triggered by push notifications to collect user data about devices, potentially allowing the creation of fingerprinting profiles used for tracking.OS

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1.2.24

Windows 11 KB5034204 update fixes Bluetooth audio issues, 24 bugsMicrosoft released the January 2024 preview update for Windows 11 versions 22H2 and 23H2, which comes with Bluetooth audio bug fixes and addresses 24 known issues.OS

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1.2.24Microsoft: Recent updates cause Sysprep Windows validation errorsMicrosoft says admins are seeing 0x80073cf2 errors when using the System Preparation (Sysprep) tool to validate Windows installations for deployment after installing recent Windows 10 updates.OSBleepingComputer

31.1.24

Windows 10 KB5034203 preview update adds EU DMA complianceMicrosoft has released the January 2024 preview update for Windows 10, version 22H2, which adds Digital Markets Act (DMA) compliance in the European Economic Area (EEA) to allow European users to uninstall all apps in Windows by March 6.OS

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31.1.24

Cracked macOS apps drain wallets using scripts fetched from DNS recordsHackers are using a stealthy method to deliver to macOS users information-stealing malware through DNS records that hide malicious scripts.OS

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31.1.24

Apple fixes first zero-day bug exploited in attacks this yearApple released security updates to address this year's first zero-day vulnerability exploited in attacks that could impact iPhones, Macs, and Apple TVs.OS

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23.1.24

"Activator" Alert: MacOS Malware Hides in Cracked Apps, Targeting Crypto WalletsCracked software have been observed infecting Apple macOS users with a previously undocumented stealer malware capable of harvesting systemOSThe Hacker News

23.1.24

Apple Issues Patch for Critical Zero-Day in iPhones, Macs - Update NowApple on Monday released security updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and Safari web browser to address a zero-day flaw that has come under activeOSThe Hacker News

23.1.24

MavenGate Attack Could Let Hackers Hijack Java and Android via Abandoned LibrariesSeveral public and popular libraries abandoned but still used in Java and Android applications have been found susceptible to a new software supplyOSThe Hacker News

20.1.24

Bigpanzi botnet infects 170,000 Android TV boxes with malwareA previously unknown cybercrime syndicate named 'Bigpanzi' has been making significant money by infecting Android TV and eCos set-top boxes worldwide since at least 2015.OS

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20.1.24

iShutdown scripts can help detect iOS spyware on your iPhoneSecurity researchers found that infections with high-profile spyware Pegasus, Reign, and Predator could be discovered on compromised Apple mobile devices by checking Shutdown.log, a system log file that stores reboot events.OS

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19.1.24

MacOS info-stealers quickly evolve to evade XProtect detectionMultiple information stealers for the macOS platform have demonstrated the capability to evade detection even when security companies follow and report about new variants frequently.OS

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19.1.24

Experts Warn of macOS Backdoor Hidden in Pirated Versions of Popular SoftwarePirated applications targeting Apple macOS users have been observed containing a backdoor capable of granting attackers remote control to infectedOSThe Hacker News

18.1.24

New iShutdown Method Exposes Hidden Spyware Like Pegasus on Your iPhoneCybersecurity researchers have identified a "lightweight method" called iShutdown for reliably identifying signs of spyware on Apple iOS devices,OSThe Hacker News

15.1.24

The new Windows 11 features coming in 2024Windows 11 is gearing up to introduce an array of exciting new features in 2024 aimed at enhancing user experience across various aspects of the operating system.OS

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15.1.24

GrapheneOS: Frequent Android auto-reboots block firmware exploitsGrapheneOS, a privacy and security-focused Android-based operating system, has posted a series of tweets on X suggesting that Android should introduce frequent auto-reboots to make it harder for forensic software vendors to exploit firmware flaws and spy on the users.OS

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12.1.24

Microsoft testing Windows 11 USB 80Gbps support, Copilot on loginMicrosoft is now testing support for the USB4 Version 2.0 specification in Windows 11, enabling transfer speeds of up to 80 Gbps over USB Type-C cables.OSBleepingComputer

11.1.24

Windows 10 KB5034441 security update fails with 0x80070643 errorsWindows 10 users worldwide report problems installing Microsoft's January Patch Tuesday updates, getting 0x80070643 errors when attempting to install the KB5034441 security update for BitLocker.OS

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11.1.24

Microsoft Exchange 2019 has reached end of mainstream supportMicrosoft announced the end of mainstream support for its Exchange Server 2019 on-premises mail server software on January 9, 2023.OS

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11.1.24

Windows 10 KB5034122 update released with fix for shut down bugMicrosoft has released the KB5034122 cumulative update for Windows 10 21H2 and Windows 10 22H2, which includes only a small number of fixes due to the holiday season.OS

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11.1.24

Microsoft January 2024 Patch Tuesday fixes 49 flaws, 12 RCE bugsToday is Microsoft's January 2024 Patch Tuesday, which includes security updates for a total of 49 flaws and 12 remote code execution vulnerabilities.OSBleepingComputer

11.1.24

Windows 11 KB5034123 update released with security and Wi-Fi fixesMicrosoft has released the Windows 11 KB5034123 cumulative update for versions 23H2 and 22H2 to fix a variety of issues, including a potential Wi-Fi bug that was fixed in a KIR last month.OS

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11.1.24

Google Search bug shows blank page in Firefox for AndroidUsers of the Firefox browser for Android have been reporting that they are seeing a blank page when trying to load the main Google Search site.OSBleepingComputer

11.1.24

Atomic Stealer Gets an Upgrade - Targeting Mac Users with Encrypted PayloadCybersecurity researchers have identified an updated version of a macOS information stealer called Atomic (or AMOS), indicating that the threat actorsOSThe Hacker News

10.1.24

Microsoft's January 2024 Windows Update Patches 48 New VulnerabilitiesMicrosoft has addressed a total of 48 security flaws spanning its software as part of its Patch Tuesday updates for January 2024. Of the 48 bugs, two areOSThe Hacker News

9.1.24

The best Windows 11 features added in 2023The year 2023 marks a significant milestone for Windows 11 with the introduction of several new features and improvements. This includes drag and drop for the taskbar, AI, and more.OSBleepingComputer