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Windows 7 and Windows 8 will stop getting critical security updates in one week

January 10, 2023

As reported by The Verge, Microsoft’s cutting off Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 from security updates and technical support on January 10th 2023. But Edge isn’t the only major browser ditching Windows 7 and 8.1. In October, Google announced that Chrome will end support for Windows 7 and 8.1 on February 7th. Although both browsers … More Windows 7 and Windows 8 will stop getting critical security updates in one week

ESET Research discovers StrongPity APT group’s espionage campaign targeting Android users with trojanized Telegram app

January 10, 2023

ESET researchers identified an active StrongPity campaign distributing a fully functional but trojanized version of the legitimate Telegram app. ESET researchers identified an active StrongPity APT group campaign leveraging a fully functional but trojanized version of the legitimate Telegram app, which despite being non-existent, has been repackaged as „the“ Shagle app. This StrongPity backdoor has … More ESET Research discovers StrongPity APT group’s espionage campaign targeting Android users with trojanized Telegram app

Hybrid work: Turning business platforms into preferred social spaces

January 9, 2023

Hybrid work and hybrid play now merge into hybrid living, but where is the line between the two? Is there one? That the COVID-19 pandemic brought a new normal to businesses, educational institutions, and our everyday lives is an understatement. Many interactions, whether work-related or personal, moved online or at least gained a virtual mirror. This virtual … More Hybrid work: Turning business platforms into preferred social spaces

Ransomware target list

January 6, 2023

Why are schools, hospitals and local governments firmly in the crosshairs of cybercriminals and why do public-sector entities fall into a sweet spot for ransomware attacks? What are the latest trends on the ransomware scene? A report released this week looks at publicly disclosed ransomware incidents in the United States in 2022 in order to help organizations … More Ransomware target list

Gaming: How much is too much for our children?

January 5, 2023

With many children spending a little too much time playing video games, learn to spot the signs things may be spinning out of control. Across Europe, half of the population aged 6-64 plays video games, according to industry body ISFE. The number rises significantly for 6-10-year-olds (68%), and those aged 11-14 (79%) and 15-24 (72%). According to some research, … More Gaming: How much is too much for our children?