Author: Modernizing Tech
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Fake Resume Malware Campaign Targets HR Departments
Cybersecurity researchers are warning about a new attack campaign targeting human resources departments with malicious job applications disguised as legitimate resumes. According to security research from Aryaka and reporting by Cybernews, attackers are sending resume files that secretly install malware designed to disable security tools and steal sensitive data. The attack begins with a recruiter
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SQL Injection Flaw in Popular WordPress Plugin Exposes Over 400k Sites
A critical SQL injection vulnerability discovered in a widely used WordPress plugin has placed more than 400,000 websites at risk of database data exposure. Security researchers at Wordfence identified the flaw in “Ally – Web Accessibility & Usability,” a plugin designed to improve website accessibility. The issue affects versions up to 4.0.3 and has been
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Intel Debuts Core Ultra 200S Plus Desktop CPUs, Its Highest-Performing Chips Yet
Intel has announced its new Intel Core Ultra 200S Plus, introducing updated desktop chips aimed at gamers, creators, and PC enthusiasts. The lineup includes the Intel Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, and Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus, which bring higher core counts, faster memory support, and new optimization
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WhatsApp Introduces Parent-Managed Accounts for Younger Users
WhatsApp is introducing a new feature designed to help families manage how younger users access the messaging service. The company announced parent-managed accounts, a system that allows parents or guardians to control certain aspects of a child’s WhatsApp experience while preserving the platform’s core privacy protections. The feature aims to make the app safer for
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Microsoft Releases April 2026 Windows Security Updates
Microsoft has released its March 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates, addressing 83 vulnerabilities across Windows, Office, SQL Server, Azure, and developer platforms. Among the fixes are eight critical vulnerabilities, along with two zero-day vulnerabilities that were publicly disclosed before patches became available. While Microsoft has not reported active exploitation at the time of release, publicly
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AI Is Becoming One of Cybersecurity’s Most Powerful Bug Hunters
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how security vulnerabilities are discovered and fixed. Recent developments from major AI companies suggest that automated security research may soon become a standard part of software development. Two separate initiatives highlight the shift: OpenAI’s Codex Security and a collaboration between Anthropic and Mozilla to identify vulnerabilities in the Firefox browser.
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Chrome Extension Supply Chain Attack Turns Trusted Tools Into Malware
A newly uncovered campaign shows how attackers can quietly transform legitimate browser extensions into malware—simply by acquiring them. As reported by TheHackerNews, security researchers recently discovered that two Google Chrome extensions turned malicious after their ownership changed hands, allowing attackers to inject code, steal sensitive data, and potentially compromise entire systems. From Helpful Tool to
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Fake Google Meet Update Can Secretly Give Attackers Control of Your PC
Security researchers at Malwarebytes have newly discovered a phishing campaign abusing legitimate Windows device management features to take control of victims’ computers without installing traditional malware. Instead of tricking users into downloading a malicious file, the attack relies on a convincing fake Google Meet update prompt. A Simple but Effective Phishing Page Victims encounter a
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