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FBI Joins the Game: Investigation Launched Into Steam’s Hidden Malware Crisis
Cybersecurity threats hit the world's largest gaming platform as federal investigators seek answers from victims of malicious code disguised as indie titles.
Google Defuses Critical Chrome Zero-Day Threats with Emergency Security Patch
The world's most popular browser is receiving an urgent security shield after hackers were caught exploiting unpatched vulnerabilities in the wild.
Emergency Security Shield: Apple Issues Critical Fixes for Legacy Hardware
Give your vintage devices a security boost before hackers take advantage of known vulnerabilities.
Google Tightens Security: Now Requires Verification Just to Open Google Wallet
Google Wallet tightens security by requiring authentication just to open the app, adding an extra layer of protection but potentially sacrificing convenience.
Apple's In-House Chip Journey: A Shield for Security and Privacy
Apple’s push for chip independence could lead to enhanced device security and faster vulnerability patches, reducing reliance on third-party suppliers.
Android 15 May Update Brings Crucial Fixes for Pixel Devices
The latest Android 15 May update is rolling out with crucial fixes for microphone quality, Bluetooth pairing, and a few other issues across supported Pixel devices.
The Subtle Design Trick in Your Browser That Fights Phishing
A subtle psychological trick in your browser's address bar helps protect you from phishing attacks — the main domain is darkened while the rest is lighter, thanks to a design choice rooted in salience bias.
Apple Issues Warnings: Mercenary Spyware Targets iPhone Users Globally
Apple is warning iPhone users across 100 countries about a targeted mercenary spyware attack, urging them to take immediate action to protect their devices.
Petition Seeks to Revive AirPort Routers: A Call for Security Updates
A petition is urging Apple to release crucial security updates for its cherished but discontinued AirPort routers, which are vulnerable to severe exploits.
AirBorne Flaws Expose Millions of AirPlay Devices to Hacker Takeovers Without Passwords
Hackers can exploit 'Airborne' flaws to hijack AirPlay and CarPlay devices on the same Wi-Fi network without needing a password.
Tech Giants React as Funding Pulled from Critical CVE Security Program
A major cybersecurity program crucial for tracking software vulnerabilities is facing an uncertain future after losing federal funding, but a new non-profit foundation aims to keep it alive.
The Impending Collapse of the CVE Database: A Looming Crisis for Global Cybersecurity
The defunding of the CVE database, a critical component in tracking software vulnerabilities, could lead to increased online risks as developers lose a key tool for identifying and mitigating security threats.
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