Blade Runner fans, myself included, have had to wait 35 years for the sequel to a movie that marked a turning point in cinematic history and inspired so many others, with Ghost in the Shell being just one example. Having seen Blade Runner 2049, I can say that it has picked up on current issues and transplanted … More Blade Runner 2049: A reflection on our use of technology
How do we contribute to the notion of antimalware? Carrying out cutting-edge research projects focused on creating more public awareness of threats that take advantage of technology, and especially the internet. And, of course, providing our users with the tools to protect themselves. The story of Dr. Fred Cohen’s experiments back in 1983 is a … More Learn how a research lab works
As you might have read, we decided to declare November 3 as Antimalware Day because it was on this date in 1983, when computer scientist Dr. Fred Cohen, then a student, created a program capable of rapidly overtaking a general purpose system, as part of a university experiment. It was the first time a program like that was … More Professor Len Adleman explains how he coined the term “computer virus”
Millions of websites running WordPress are being strongly urged to update to the latest version of the popular content management system as soon as possible, after a serious security vulnerability was uncovered. Anthony Ferrara, who discovered the WordPress flaw, starkly summed up the situation: “Today, a significant SQL-Injection vulnerability was fixed in WordPress 4.8.3. Before reading further, … More All websites running WordPress urged to update NOW
Earlier this year I was forced to buy a new router for my home. As it is, with so many devices to connect, the old TP Link no longer provided me with what I needed. Two computers, three cell phones, video game console, TV, Chromecast, stereo, smart lights, thermostat, smartwatch… There are 13 computers permanently … More How to secure your router to prevent IoT threats?
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