Hackers exploit DoS flaw to disable Palo Alto Networks firewalls
Palo Alto Networks is warning that hackers are exploiting the CVE-2024-3393 denial of service vulnerability to disable firewall protections by forcing it to reboot. Leveraging the security issue repeatedly, however, causes the device to enter maintenance mode and manual intervention is required to restore it to normal operations. “A Denial of Service vulnerability in the DNS […]
Cybersecurity firm’s Chrome extension hijacked to steal users’ data
At least five Chrome extensions were compromised in a coordinated attack where a threat actor injected code that steals sensitive information from users. One attack was disclosed by Cyberhaven, a data loss prevention company that alerted its customers of a breach on December 24 after a successful phishing attack on an administrator account for the Google Chrome store. […]
Forever Skies Review – Apocalyptic Adventure
Jumping into Forever Skies, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. From the title alone, I was expecting some sort of War game, but I was pleasantly surprised to find out it was a post-apocalyptic survival game that takes place on Earth. There were two significant periods in which I played the game. The first was […]
Apache warns of critical flaws in MINA, HugeGraph, Traffic Control
The Apache Software Foundation has released security updates to address three severe problems that affect MINA, HugeGraph-Server, and Traffic Control products. The vulnerabilities were patched in new software versions released between December 23 and 25. However, the holiday period may lead to a slower patching rate and increased risk of exploitation. One of the bugs […]
STALKER 2 Patch 1.1.3 Addresses Shader Compilation Issues and More
A new STALKER 2 patch is now live on PC, addressing some crashing issues and a few other issues. The 1.1.3 patch, which has been confirmed to be the last patch of the year for the game, is considerably smaller than the previous patch in both size and scope. Weighting around 7.4 GB, the patch […]
New ‘OtterCookie’ malware used to backdoor devs in fake job offers
North Korean threat actors are using new malware called OtterCookie in the Contagious Interview campaign that is targeting software developers. Contagious Interview has been active since at least December 2022, according to researchers at cybersecurity company Palo Alto Networks. The campaign targets software developers with fake job offers to deliver malware such as BeaverTail and InvisibleFerret. […]
Windows 11 installation media bug causes security update failures
Microsoft is warning of an issue when using a media support to install Windows 11, version 24H2, that causes the operating system to not accept further security updates. The problem occurs when using CD and USB flash drives to install Windows 11 version with security updates released between October 8 and November 12. “When using media to […]
The Best Motorola Phones You Can Buy
When it comes to smartphones, Motorola may not be the first name that springs to mind for design innovation. However, the company has quietly built a portfolio of stylish devices that stand out in their own ways. Whether it’s a foldable form factor, a premium finish, or a minimalist design, Motorola has something to offer for those […]
Is switching from iPhone to Android worth it?
Switching from an iPhone to an Android device is a question many smartphone users contemplate, especially as Android flagships continue to innovate and close the gap in performance and features. Both platforms have their strengths and weaknesses, and the choice ultimately depends on your priorities and usage patterns. Here’s a detailed look at whether making […]
GTA 6 Will Be Extraordinary and Worth Waiting for, Says Take-Two CEO
Now that we are mere days from 2025, GTA 6 is starting to materialize as the proverbial elephant in the room, something that nobody in the gaming industry will be able to ignore one way or the other when it ships next Fall. Rockstar owner Take-Two is certainly eager to repeat the success of Grand Theft […]