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Google warns of ‘novel social engineering method’ used to hack security researchers

The Verge

Government-backed hackers based in North Korea are targeting individual security researchers through a number of means including a “novel social engineering method,” Google’s Threat Analysis Group is reporting. The campaign is the latest incident of security researchers being targeted by hackers.

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Avira security software is causing Windows PCs to freeze up, and there's no fix in sight

TechSpot

Over the past few days, many users have been pouring onto social media platforms and online message boards, complaining that their PC is freezing up randomly if they are running Avira as their AV software of choice. One affected user is Redditor u/kiiniiwiinii, who says that their PC with Avira. Read Entire Article

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Microsoft urges Windows users to run patch for DogWalk zero-day exploit

Computerworld Vertical IT

Microsoft has confirmed that a high-severity, zero-day security vulnerability is actively being exploited by threat actors and is advising all Windows and Windows Server users to apply its latest monthly Patch Tuesday update as soon as possible. To read this article in full, please click here

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What you need to know about Okta’s security breach

CIO Business Intelligence

On October 20, 2023, Okta Security identified adversarial activity that used a stolen credential to gain access to the company’s support case management system. Identity attacks use social engineering, prompt-bombing, bribing employees for 2FA codes, and session hijacking (among many techniques) to get privileged access.

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Microsoft to fix Windows 10 bug that can corrupt a hard drive just by looking at an icon

The Verge

Microsoft says it’s planning to fix a bizarre Windows 10 bug that could corrupt a hard drive just by looking at an icon. Security researcher Jonas L first warned about the bug earlier this week, describing it as a “nasty vulnerability.” The reboot will trigger the Windows chkdsk process, which should successfully repair the corruption.

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How to protect your PC from ransomware using Windows’ built-in protection

The Verge

Starting with Windows 10 , Microsoft has added features to its built-in Windows Security software that can help keep your computer safe from ransomware. As far as ransomware is concerned, there are two levels to Windows Security. Windows’ built-in ransomware protection is included in its security app.

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The Balancing Act: Strategies for Integrating Innovation and Security in EdTech

Kitaboo

It is imperative that Educational Technology , popularly termed as EdTech introduces stringent and robust security measures so that the safety of data and development is not compromised. The security of educational technology depends on the platform or application it uses.