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SANS Stormcast Tuesday April 15th: xorsearch Update; Short Lived Certificates; New USB Malware - SANS Internet Storm Center
xorsearch Update Diedier updated his "xorsearch" tool. It is now a python script, not a compiled binary, and supports Yara signatures. With Yara support also comes support for regular expressions. https://isc.sans.edu/diary/xorsearch.py%3A%20Searching%20With%20Regexes/31854 Shorter Lived Certificates The CA/Brower Forum passed an update to reduce the maximum livetime of certificates. The reduction will be implemented over the next four years.
Mac Users Are Being Targeted By New Malware, So Be On The Lookout
Hackers have been spotted running a malvertising campaign advertising a fake Homebrew package Victims were targeted by AMOS, a powerful infostealer The campaign has since been removed, but users should still be wary Mac users are once again being targeted by powerful malware as hackers try to steal their login credentials, sensitive data and cryptocurrencies.
Windows And MacOS Targeted By New Go-based Malware
Windows and macOS users are being targeted by JaskaGO, a rare instance of cross-platform malware capable of data exfiltration, second-stage malware deployment and more, experts warn.
Microsoft: Latest News and Updates, Top Stories, Videos, Photos About Microsoft
Microsoft Surface laptops have always been on the expensive side except for the Go series. The Windows maker has now launched a new entry-level laptop, namely the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2. It...
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 With 11th Gen Intel Chip, Windows 11 Launched: Price, Availability
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS Microsoft Surface laptops have always been on the expensive side except for the Go series. The Windows maker has now launched a new entry-level laptop, namely the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2. It comes as the successor to the first-gen Microsoft Surface Laptop Go with upgraded specs. Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 Features That said, a few specifications of the new Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 are similar to its predecessor.
Microsoft Edge Lets You Share Files Across Devices; Enough To make You Ditch Chrome?
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS Microsoft Edge will get a new feature that will make sharing files and notes easier. Microsoft Edge's new feature, Drop, will work across devices that have Edge installed. So, if you have multiple devices, you can simply 'drop' files to access them on other devices. Microsoft Edge Gets Drop Feature The new Drop feature for Microsoft Edge is still in development, as spotted by Neowin. From the looks of it, Drop is more than a simple file-sending/receiving feature.
Microsoft Discovers Security Flaws In Pre-Installed Android Apps
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS In a recent development, a couple of high-severity vulnerabilities have been discovered in a mobile framework that serves the Android OS. These security vulnerabilities are prone to affect millions of people and expose them to risk. These have been disclosed in a framework used by pre-installed Android System apps. The security flaw was disclosed by The Microsoft 365 Developer Research Team in September 2021.
Microsoft Teams Unveiled 4 New Tools; Enhances User Experience
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, March 4, 2022, 10:48 [IST] The majority of individuals utilize Microsoft Teams to participate in meetings. It is particularly well suited to work from home and hybrid work environments. Now that the Corona outbreak has come to an end in many parts of the world, the communication platform has added numerous solutions to make hybrid work culture easy.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella’s Son Passes Away; Tech Giant To Continue Better Serve Those With Disabilities
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts News oi-Sharmishte Datti Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's son, Zain Nadella, passed away on Monday morning, February 28. The tech giant sent out an email to its executive staff about the same, asking the executives to hold the Nadella family in their thoughts. The email also asked the team to give the CEO's family space to grieve in private. To note, Zain Nadella was 26 years old and was born with cerebral palsy.
New Apple Patent Envisions Magic Keyboard With Built-In Mac; When Is It Coming?
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Monday, February 28, 2022, 12:45 [IST] Apple has applied for a patent for a radical computer concept: a Magic keyboard that houses a full-fledged computer! Not only that, but this keyboard may also include a touchpad to eliminate the need for a mouse. According to Patently Apple, the patent was filed at the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) in August 2020.
Asus 8Z First Impression: Good, Bad, And X-Factor
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Monday, February 28, 2022, 12:27 [IST] After several months of the international launch, the 8Z is finally here, which is currently the most compact Android flagship. With the Asus 8Z, the company seems to be targeting the iPhone 12/13 mini audience, who are looking for a highly compact smartphone with a top-tier specs sheet. The Asus 8Z is the one smartphone that could take on the likes of the mini iPhones.
Poco F4 Key Specs Leak: 50MP Triple Rear Cameras And More
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts News oi-Abhinaya Prabhu Back in 2021, Poco F3 was launched as the rebranded Redmi K40. Now, the Chinese brand is expected to take the wraps off the Redmi K50 in March. Going by the launch pattern of the predecessor, it looks like the company might bring the Poco F4 to the global markets. However, there is no claim that the company will launch the Poco F4.
Upcoming iPhone SE 3 Might Cost Around Rs. 20,000: Will You Buy?
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Monday, February 28, 2022, 11:50 [IST] As per the leaks and speculations, Apple is likely to announce the next-generation iPad Air and the iPhone SE 3 on March 8. While the iPad Air 5th Gen is expected to look similar to the iPad Air 4th Gen, the iPhone SE 3 is expected to bring in some major changes in terms of both design and performance.
Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes For February 28: All New Codes And Steps To Claim Them
News oi-Sharmishte Datti Garena Free Fire was recently banned in India, coming in as a huge disappointment and shocker to gamers. Worry not, you can still enjoy Free Fire Max in India as it's available on Google Play. At the same time, you can get a lot of rewards and upgrades for free using the Free Fire Max redeem codes. Garena Free Fire Max Redeem Codes Explained To note, Free Fire Max is the premium and upgraded game of the regular Free Fire.
Poco M4 Pro 4G Launch In India Today: When And Where To Watch Event, Livestream Link
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts News oi-Sharmishte Datti Poco is all set to rollout a new 4G smartphone in India today, February 28. To recall, the company unveiled the Poco M4 Pro 5G smartphone a few weeks ago in India. Now, we'll be seeing the 4G variant of the same device. Here's everything you need to know about the Poco M4 Pro 4G launch, live-stream details, expected price, and so on.
Clubhouse Updates: Voice Rooms Now Let Users Chat Via Text As Well
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Saturday, February 26, 2022, 16:11 [IST] Users will now be able to communicate in voice rooms instead of text in Clubhouse. In-room chat will provide another touchpoint with viewers in a room for creators, as well as a chance to get feedback in real-time. Text chat rooms will have a dedicated icon in the bottom left corner of the screen.
Nokia PureBook Pro 15.6, 17.3 Models Unveiled: Price And Features
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts News oi-Abhinaya Prabhu The e-commerce retailer Flipkart has been launching new Nokia PueeBook branded laptops in the country. Now, OFF Global, a French company has announced that it has signed a deal with Nokia for the design and sale of these laptops worldwide, excluding India. Eventually, this company became the licensee of Nokia-branded laptops.
Realme 9 Pro+ Review- Flagship Experience At Mid-Range Pricing?
Realme's growth in the last two years has been phenomenal. Starting as a sub-brand of OPPO in 2018, Realme (now an independent brand) recently overtook Samsung and grabbed the second spot in the smartphone market, according to Counterpoint Research. With an 18 percent volume share in October 2021, Realme now offers a very promising smartphone portfolio that spans across budget, mid-range, and value-flagship price brackets.
Realme GT 2 Series Price, Color Variants Revealed Ahead Of February 28 Launch
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, February 25, 2022, 14:47 [IST] Realme announced the GT 2 series smartphones earlier this year in China. Now, the brand is gearing up to unveil both the GT 2 and the GT 2 Pro in the global market on February 28 at MWC 2022 event. Now, the latest development has brought the European pricing of these smartphones to the light ahead of the official announcement.
Asus 8Z With Snapdragon 888 SoC To Launch On February 28th In India
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, February 25, 2022, 14:08 [IST] Asus India has finally confirmed that the Asus 8Z will launch in India on February 28th, almost more than six months after the international launch. The Asus 8z is probably the most compact flagship smartphone with a 5.92-inch display, Snapdragon 888 SoC, and more. The company has now shared the official press invite for the launch of the in the country.
Realme GT Neo 2 India Price Cut: Is It Still Worth Buying?
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, February 25, 2022, 13:48 [IST] The Realme GT Neo 2 is now available in India with a massive discount, which is more than Rs. 10,000 less than the original launch price. At the asking price of Rs. 22,999 (with bank offers), the Realme GT Neo 2 becomes one of the most affordable Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 SoC-powered smartphones in the country. The Realme GT Neo 2 at the current retail price makes it an interesting smartphone.
Microsoft Official Store Plagued By New Malware; Affects 5,000 Machines
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, February 25, 2022, 13:32 [IST] Malware attacks have become more widespread in recent years. We keep hearing news about how new spyware is infecting consumers' devices and extracting their personal information. According to reports, another malware is infecting users' devices by posing as a legitimate program on the Microsoft Store and getting into their devices. However, this infection is considered unique.
Ayaneo Next: Portable Gaming Console More Expensive Than Xbox One X, PS5
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts | Published: Friday, February 25, 2022, 13:43 [IST] Gaming consoles usually cost a lot less than gaming PCs and laptops. However, this is changing slowly as the newly announced Ayaneo Next is one of the most expensive hand-held gaming consoles, which is currently available on the IndieGoGo kickstarted platform. There are several variants of the Ayaneo Next, while the most affordable model costs $1335 or almost Rs. 1,00,000.
Redmi Note 11 Pro, Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G India Launch Confirmed For March 9
For Quick Alerts ALLOW NOTIFICATIONS For Daily Alerts News oi-Abhinaya Prabhu Update: The India launch date has been confirmed for March 9. The company has shared an invite on its social media handles, thereby confirming that the device will be launched in the country at 12 PM on the specified date. The Chinese smartphone brand Redmi is all set to launch a new smartphone series in India. Recently, the Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11S were launched in the country.
Links 11/3/2021: MediaGoblin 0.11.0, OVHcloud Evaporated in Strasbourg
Opinion | Resilient Networks Can Save Lives The injustice and barriers getting in the way of people trying to stay connected are nearly identical to the injustices woven into our electrical grids. Deepfake Of Tom Cruise Has Everyone Freaking Out Prematurely You may have heard that in recent days a series of deepfake videos appeared on TikTok of a fake Tom Cruise looking very Tom-Cruise-ish all while doing mostly non-Tom-Cruise-ish things.
NanoCore RAT Scurries Past Email Defenses with .ZIPX Tactic
A spate of malicious emails with attachments delivering the NanoCore remote access trojan (RAT) is evading anti-malware and email scanners by abusing the .ZIPX file format. That’s according to researchers at Trustwave, who found that the campaign is effectively hiding a malicious executable by giving it a .ZIPX file extension, which is used to denote that a .ZIP archive format is compressed using the WinZip archiver.
Microsoft Exchange Servers Face APT Attack Tsunami
At least 10 nation-state-backed groups are using the ProxyLogon exploit chain to compromise email servers, as compromises mount. Recently patched Microsoft Exchange vulnerabilities are under fire from at least 10 different advanced persistent threat (APT) groups, all bent on compromising email servers around the world. Overall exploitation activity is snowballing, according to researchers.
Linux Systems Under Attack By New RedXOR Malware
Researchers say the new RedXOR backdoor is targeting Linux systems with various data exfiltration and network traffic tunneling capabilities. Researchers have discovered a new backdoor targeting Linux systems, which they link back to the Winnti threat group. The backdoor is called RedXOR – in part because its network data-encoding scheme is based on the XOR encryption algorithm, and in part because its samples were found on an old release of the Red Hat Enterprise Linux platform.
Amazon Quietly Began Building a Grocery Chain During Pandemic
1 min read March 11, 2021 As many businesses struggled to survive the pandemic, Amazon.com was quietly building a national grocery chain. From a report: The first Amazon Fresh store opened to the public in Los Angeles in September. Store No. 11 opened Thursday, and Amazon is working on at least 28 more, from Philadelphia to the Sacramento suburbs.
Razer’s prev-gen. Blade Stealth 13 returns to low of $1,300 (Save $400), more
1 min read March 11, 2021 Amazon currently offers the previous-generation Razer Blade Stealth 13 Gaming Laptop i7 1.3GHz/16GB/512GB for $1,299.99 shipped. Usually fetching $1,700, today’s offer is good for a $400 discount and matches our previous mention for the Amazon all-time low. Perfect for gaming from the couch or away from the battlestation, Razer’s now previous-generation Blade Stealth 13 is powered by a 10th Generation i7 processor with a 512GB SSD and 16GB of RAM to complete the package.
Epidemic Sound raises $450M at a $1.4B valuation to ‘soundtrack the internet’
The popularity of video and other streamed content like podcasts is continuing to grow at a breakneck speed, and today a startup called Epidemic Sound, a marketplace to source the background music for that media, is announcing a huge round of funding to scale along with it. The Stockholm-based startup has raised $450 million from Blackstone Group and EQT Growth, an equity round that values Epidemic Sound at $1.4 billion.
Microsoft Edge is dead-long live Microsoft Edge
1 min read March 11, 2021
Brazilian logistics platform Mandae used this deck to secure seed funding
Mandae, pitch deck, Visual Stories 1 min read March 11, 2021 Mandae’s most recent fundraise was in 2018, when it secured US$7.1 million in a series B round led by the International Finance Corporation, Source link
Linux Systems Under Attack By New RedXOR Malware
1 min read March 11, 2021 Researchers say the new RedXOR backdoor is targeting Linux systems with various data exfiltration and network traffic tunneling capabilities. Source link
Azorult, Dark Pulsar, Oceansalt, Oh My! New Malware to Watch out for
Some days, it seems like the web is a magical place, where you can find any information you need, buy any products you can imagine, reconnect with old friends and make new ones based on passions and interests. Then, other days you encounter malware, and the internet transforms into a dark, dreary and dangerous place.
MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti Lightning Z Officially Launches | eTeknix
The latest MSI flagship GTX 1080 Ti graphics card model is an impressive sight at Computex, but it will finally be available soon. Expected to ship sometime in early July, the GTX 1080 Ti Lightning Z is MSI’s most powerful GTX 1080 Ti graphics card yet. It is a triple-fan aircooled behemoth that is also heavily feature packed to keep fans of gaming and overclocking happy. The graphics card utilizes all the latest technologies implemented by MSI on their products.
Android Banking Apps Targeted By New Malware
A new malicious software has been identified as circumventing security features on the Android version 6 mobile phone operating system. That’s according to cybersecurity research firm Kaspersky Lab based out of Russia but registered in the U.K. The malware targets users’ banking apps and steals credit card information. Kaspersky Lab trails the activity of cyberthreats, including such malware, which steals data using an overlay screen on real mobile banking apps and in the Google Play Store.
800K Porn Users’ Personal Data Possibly Compromised
If you’ve been perusing a certain porn site, your identity could be at risk. An exposure — and not the kind anyone wants: Approximately 800,000 names, user IDs and some conversations may be exposed after hackers allegedly broke into the Brazzers porn forum. Vice’s Motherboard, which first reported the breach, said the leaked data included users’ email addresses, usernames and passwords.
UK Rail Operators Solving Problems, But Can They Make The Trains Run On Time?
The U.K.’s current transit troubles and strife reflect the ripple effects of not taking action where it is sorely required — when a system is so badly broken that even incremental improvements seem pointless. While U.K rail is about to introduce a mobile app-based payment system, customers are so disgusted with the rail system that they are buying cars to avoid rail travel completely.
Australia And Wearables | PYMNTS.com
Slow New iPhone Models And The Old Curiosity Shop Wearables are becoming the must-have of mobile devices. Product launch timing by Apple and other smartwatch leaders that sees longer intervals between model releases might be a catalyst to wearable ignition. In Australia, as new smartphone models are taking longer to come to market, consumer curiosity is exploring wearables, according to Telsyte. Could Apple and Samsung have purposely delayed new smartphone rollouts in order to ignite wearables?
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