Day: November 24, 2020

How Ransomware Defense is Evolving With Ransomware Attacks

As data exfiltration threats and bigger ransom requests become the norm, security professionals are advancing from the basic “keep good backups” advice. …read more Source:: DarkReading


The best VR games and experiences on Oculus Quest and Quest 2 – CNET

Fitness and sports, multiplayer gaming, virtual theater, strange worlds: This is what you have to check out first. …read more Source:: CNet


VMware tops Q3 estimates, raises fiscal year guidance

The company reported Q3 revenue of $2.86 billion, up 8% from a year ago. …read more Source:: ZDNet


Post-Breach, Peatix Data Reportedly Found on Instagram, Telegram

Events application Peatix this week disclosed a data breach, after user account information reportedly began circulating on Instagram and Telegram. …read more Source:: Threatpost


LA To Launch First ‘Transportation Technology Innovation Zone’

Mayor Eric Garcetti announced last week the city’s first Transportation Technology Innovation Zone, an area where innovators can test their transportation technology solutions. Archinect reports: Located in the West San Fernando Valley, the zone is the result of a partnership between Mayor Garcetti and City Councilmember Bob Blumenfield, “designed to transform Warner Center into one…


Alexa, Disarm the Victim’s Home Security System

Researchers who last year hacked popular voice assistants with laser pointers take their work to the next level. …read more Source:: DarkReading


Meet Sidewalk: Amazon’s ad-hoc Wi-Fi-sharing mesh network for Ring, Echo is approaching – and it’s opt-out

Folks get emails explaining how to switch off incoming functionality Amazon is close to launching Sidewalk – its ad-hoc wireless network for smart-home devices that taps into people’s Wi-Fi – and it is pretty much an opt-out affair.… …read more Source:: TheRegister


Santa Claus wants to Zoom with you between now and Christmas – CNET

He knows if you’ve been bad or good. And what your Zoom handle is. …read more Source:: CNet


‘Minecraft Mods’ Attack More Than 1 Million Android Devices

Fake Minecraft Modpacks on Google Play deliver millions of abusive ads and make normal phone use impossible. …read more Source:: Threatpost


Black Friday 2020 kitchen deals: Price cuts on Instant Pot, Nespresso, Always Pan and Lodge are live now – CNET

Save big bucks on coffee makers, air fryers, pressure cookers, Dutch ovens, cookware and lots more. …read more Source:: CNet