Author: Modernizing Tech
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Apple Releases Update Patching 2 Severe Vulnerabilities
Apple has released updates patching two critical vulnerabilities recently discovered. An application is able to use this vulnerability to run malicious code and gain Kernel privilege, which is the highest privilege allowing full control of the device. These vulnerabilities may have been previously exploited by hackers in likely targeted attacks. The affected devices include: macOS…
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VMware Releases Patches For Bugs Including Authentication Bypass
VMware has released patches for bugs and vulnerabilities, including a critical authentication bypass bug. This bug allowed a user to gain administrator privileges without authentication. Products affected include VMware Workspace ONE, VMware Identity Manager, vRealize Automation, Cloud Foundation, and vRealize Suite Lifecycle Manager software programs. Many of the patches have at least a moderate CVS…
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Choosing a Virtual Private Network (VPN) Provider or Software Service
In an era where online privacy and data security are paramount, Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) have emerged as a crucial tool for safeguarding our digital footprints. Whether you’re a regular browsing individual frequently using public Wi-Fi or a business dealing with large, critical data sets, finding the perfect VPN to suit your needs is essential.…
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Book Reading Platform Suffers Breach Exposing 20M+ Accounts
Mangatoon, the manga and comic reading platform, has suffered a data breach exposing the data of over 20 million accounts. The hacker was able to steal this data by accessing an unsecured or misconfigured database. BleepingComputer in their report was able to confirm their hack method and was able to verify a data sample to…
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Apple To Soon Release ‘Lockdown Mode’ Feature To Protect Users
Apple has announced it is working in a new feature called “Lockdown Mode.” This new feature will protect users from different types of cyberattacks, especially highly targeted spyware. Along with a grant for spyware threat research, these new additions are part of their initiative to protect users from highly targeted cyberattacks. Lockdown Mode, when turned…
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Microsoft Defender Adds Protection For Android, iOS
As environments and networks grow and become more complex, it is more critical to secure those busy networks and different devices. Microsoft has announced that Microsoft Defender for Endpoint will offer additional security for Android and iOS devices. Extra features like alerts for vulnerabilities, rouge devices, and protection for wireless (Wi-Fi) networks. Learn more about…
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Free or Free-to-Try Tools to Help Grow Your Small Business
A list of tools, free or free-to-try tools with trial periods, to help you grow your new or small businesses that help stay updated with today’s digital landscape. These up-to-date free tools empower small businesses to enhance productivity, communication, and organization in today’s fast-paced digital world. Check some of them out: Leveraging these modern tools…
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