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10.4.25 AWS rolls out ML-KEM to secure TLS from quantum threats Amazon Web Services (AWS) has added support for the ML-KEM post-quantum key encapsulation mechanism to AWS Key Management Service (KMS), AWS Certificate Manager (ACM), and AWS Secrets Manager, making TLS connections more secure. Safety

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5.4.25 Google rolls out easy end-to-end encryption for Gmail business users Google has started rolling out a new end-to-end encryption (E2EE) model for Gmail enterprise users, making it easier to send encrypted emails to any recipient. Safety

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2.4.25 Enterprise Gmail Users Can Now Send End-to-End Encrypted Emails to Any Platform On the 21st birthday of Gmail , Google has announced a major update that allows enterprise users to send end-to-end encrypted (E2EE) to any user in any email Safety

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30.3.25

Vivaldi integrates Proton VPN into the browser to fight web tracking Vivaldi has announced the integration of Proton VPN directly into its browser without requiring add-on downloads or plugin activations, allowing users to protect their data against 'Big Tech' surveillance for free. Safety

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14.3.25 GSMA Confirms End-to-End Encryption for RCS, Enabling Secure Cross-Platform Messaging The GSM Association (GSMA) has formally announced support for end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for securing messages sent via the Rich Communications Safety The Hacker News

24.2.25

Google Cloud KMS Adds Quantum-Safe Digital Signatures to Defend Against Future Threats Google Cloud has announced quantum-safe digital signatures in Google Cloud Key Management Service ( Cloud KMS ) for software-based keys as a way to Safety The Hacker News

3.1.25

Apple offers $95 million in Siri privacy violation settlement Apple has agreed to pay $95 million to settle a class action lawsuit in the U.S. alleging that its Siri assistant recorded private conversations and shared them with third parties. Safety BleepingComputer

26.9.24

Web tracking report: who monitored users’ online activities in 2023–2024 the mostWeb tracking has become a pervasive aspect of our online experience. Whether we’re browsing social media, playing video games, shopping for products, or simply reading news articles, trackers are silently monitoring our online behavior, fueling the ceaseless hum of countless data centers worldwide. In this article,SafetySecurelist

21.9.24

Google Password Manager now automatically syncs your passkeysGoogle announced that starting today, passkeys added to Google Password Manager will automatically sync between Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and ChromeOS devices for logged-in users.Safety

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21.9.24

Discord rolls out end-to-end encryption for audio, video callsDiscord has introduced the DAVE protocol, a custom end-to-end encryption (E2EE) protocol designed to protect audio and video calls on the platform from unauthorized interceptions.Safety

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20.9.24

Chrome switching to NIST-approved ML-KEM quantum encryptionGoogle announced updates in the post-quantum cryptographic key encapsulation mechanism used in the Chrome browser, specifically, the swap of Kyber used in hybrid key exchanges with Module Lattice Key Encapsulation Mechanism (ML-KEM).Safety

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20.9.24

Chrome Users Can Now Sync Passkeys Across Devices with New Google PIN FeatureGoogle on Thursday unveiled a Password Manager PIN to let Chrome web users sync their passkeys across Windows, macOS, Linux,SafetyThe Hacker News

18.9.24

Chrome Introduces One-Time Permissions and Enhanced Safety Check for Safer BrowsingGoogle has announced that it's rolling out a new set of features to its Chrome browser that gives users more control over their data whenSafetyThe Hacker News

17.9.24

Google Chrome Switches to ML-KEM for Post-Quantum Cryptography DefenseGoogle has announced that it will be switching from KYBER to ML-KEM in its Chrome web browser as part of its ongoing efforts toSafetyThe Hacker News

14.9.24

WordPress.org to require 2FA for plugin developers by OctoberStarting October 1st, WordPress.org accounts that can push updates and changes to plugins and themes will be required to activate two-factor authentication (2FA) on their accounts.Safety

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8.9.24

Criminal IP Earns PCI DSS v4.0 Certification for Top-Level SecurityAI Spera has achieved PCI DSS v4.0 certification for its threat intel search engine solution, Criminal IP. Learn more from the Criminal IP cyber threat intelligence search engine.Safety

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7.9.24

Admins of MFA bypass service plead guilty to fraudThree men have pleaded guilty to running OTP.Agency, an online platform that provided social engineering help to obtain one-time passcodes from customers of various banks and services in the U.K.Safety

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13.7.24

Google Advanced Protection Program gets passkeys for high-risk usersGoogle announced today that passkeys are now available for high-risk users when enrolling in the Advanced Protection Program, which provides the strongest level of account securitySafety

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10.7.24

Google Adds Passkeys to Advanced Protection Program for High-Risk UsersGoogle on Wednesday announced that it's making available passkeys for high-risk users to enroll in its Advanced ProtectionSafety

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5.7.24

Hackers abused API to verify millions of Authy MFA phone numbersTwilio has confirmed that an unsecured API endpoint allowed threat actors to verify the phone numbers of millions of Authy multi-factor authentication users, potentially making them vulnerable to SMS phishing and SIM swapping attacks.Safety

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23.5.24

Zoom adds post-quantum end-to-end encryption to video meetingsZoom has announced the global availability of post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Zoom Meetings, with Zoom Phone and Zoom Rooms to follow soon.Safety

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22.5.24

Zoom Adopts NIST-Approved Post-Quantum End-to-End Encryption for MeetingsPopular enterprise services provider Zoom has announced the rollout of post-quantum end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for ZoomSafetyThe Hacker News

19.5.24

Microsoft to start enforcing Azure multi-factor authentication in JulyStarting in July, Microsoft will begin gradually enforcing multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users signing into Azure to administer resources.Safety

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14.5.24

MITRE Unveils EMB3D: A Threat-Modeling Framework for Embedded DevicesThe MITRE Corporation has officially made available a new threat-modeling framework called EMB3D for makers of embeddedSafetyThe Hacker News
7.5.24Google Simplifies 2-Factor Authentication Setup (It's More Important Than Ever)Google on Monday announced that it's simplifying the process of enabling two-factor authentication (2FA) for users with personalSafetyThe Hacker News
6.5.24Bitwarden launches new MFA Authenticator app for iOS, AndroidBitwarden, the creator of the popular open-source password manager, has just launched a new authenticator app called Bitwarden Authenticator, which is available for iOS and Android devices.Safety

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13.4.24DuckDuckGo launches a premium Privacy Pro VPN serviceDuckDuckGo has launched a new paid-for 3-in-1 subscription service called 'Privacy Pro,' which includes a virtual private network (VPN), a personal data removal service, and an identity theft restoration solution.Safety

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9.4.24Google Chrome Adds V8 Sandbox - A New Defense Against Browser AttacksGoogle has announced support for what's called a V8 Sandbox in the Chrome web browser in an effort to address memory corruptionSafetyThe Hacker News
4.4.24New Chrome feature aims to stop hackers from using stolen cookiesGoogle announced a new Chrome security feature called 'Device Bound Session Credentials' that ties cookies to a specific device, blocking hackers from stealing and using them to hijack users' accounts.Safety

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3.4.24Google Chrome Beta Tests New DBSC Protection Against Cookie-Stealing AttacksGoogle on Tuesday said it's piloting a new feature in Chrome called Device Bound Session Credentials ( DBSC ) to help protect usersSafetyThe Hacker News
21.3.24Microsoft announces deprecation of 1024-bit RSA keys in WindowsMicrosoft has announced that RSA keys shorter than 2048 bits will soon be deprecated in Windows Transport Layer Security (TLS) to provide increased security.Safety

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16.3.24Google Chrome gets real-time phishing protection later this monthGoogle will roll out a Safe Browsing update later this month that will provide real-time malware and phishing protection to all Chrome users, without compromising their browsing privacy.Safety

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31.1.24

Brave to end 'Strict' fingerprinting protection as it breaks websitesBrave Software has announced plans to deprecate the 'Strict' fingerprinting protection mode in its privacy-focused Brave Browser because it causes many sites to function incorrectly.Safety

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