Microsoft Tightens OneNote Security by Auto-Blocking 120 Risky File Extensions

The hacker news reports* that Microsoft has announced plans to automatically block embedded files with “dangerous extensions” in OneNote following reports that the note-taking service is being increasingly abused for malware delivery. Up until now, users were shown a dialog warning them that opening such attachments could harm their computer and data, but it was … More Microsoft Tightens OneNote Security by Auto-Blocking 120 Risky File Extensions

World Backup Day: Avoiding a data disaster is a forever topic 

By failing to prepare you are preparing to fail. Make sure you’re able to bounce back if, or when, a data disaster strikes. “Backup refers to copying physical and virtual files, or databases, to a secondary location for preservation in case of equipment failure or catastrophe. Backing up data is pivotal to any successful disaster recovery … More World Backup Day: Avoiding a data disaster is a forever topic 

Elon Musk and top AI researchers call for pause on ‘giant AI experiments’

The verge reports that A number of well-known AI researchers — and Elon Musk — have signed an open letter calling on AI labs around the world to pause development of large-scale AI systems, citing fears over the “profound risks to society and humanity” they claim this software poses. The letter, published by the nonprofit … More Elon Musk and top AI researchers call for pause on ‘giant AI experiments’