If you own an iPhone, be aware that a new iMessage vulnerability has been recently found and patched by Apple. This was part of the iOS 12.4 update. The flaw allowed hackers to access and read the contents of files stored on iOS devices remotely. They could access files the same way as the device owner with no sandbox, and with no user … [Read more...] about Update Your iPhone To Avoid Latest iMessage Security Vulnerability
Archives for August 2019
Security Issue Found In Multiple Devices Is Called ‘Urgent 11’
Let's take a little time to talk about the vast numbers of smart devices in use around the world. You probably have several in your home or office. Smart devices need operating systems, just like your phone and your PC. Of course, mobile device operating systems must be much smaller and more compact. After all, they don't really need to do a lot of … [Read more...] about Security Issue Found In Multiple Devices Is Called ‘Urgent 11’
Ransomware Now Sends Malicious Texts Through Mobile Device
If you own an Android device, there's a new threat to be at least moderately concerned about. It takes the form of a new ransomware family that spreads from one victim to the next with text messages that contain poisoned links to every contact on an infected device. The ESET research team that found the software had this to say about it: "Due … [Read more...] about Ransomware Now Sends Malicious Texts Through Mobile Device
Playing Videos Could Allow Hackers Into Your Phone
Do you have an Android device? Are you running Android Nougat, Oreo, or Pie (versions 7x, 8x, or 9x)? Do you play games on your phone? If you answered yes to those questions, you might have a problem. It is a bigger problem given that there are more than a billion devices currently in service running one of those operating systems. A … [Read more...] about Playing Videos Could Allow Hackers Into Your Phone
Security Flaw Found In Open Source Office Program LibreOffice
Do you use LibreOffice? It's an open-source clone that's functionally similar to Microsoft Office that has grown quite popular over the years. It is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux systems. While open-source software solutions generally have the reputation of being safer and more secure, they're not immune to … [Read more...] about Security Flaw Found In Open Source Office Program LibreOffice
Facebook Is Making Changes To Privacy Following Huge Fine
We're talking about the result of a massive five billion dollar fine over violations surrounding the Cambridge Analytica scandal. While the staggering size of the fine made all the headlines, there's more to the company's agreement than just several billion dollars. In addition to the fine itself, the company has also accepted an … [Read more...] about Facebook Is Making Changes To Privacy Following Huge Fine
