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Users of the Windows, Mac, and Linux desktops may update Chrome 75.0.3770.80 by going to Settings-> Help > About Google Chrome and the browser will automatically check for a new update and when available, install it. Google Chrome 75 Google Chrome 75.0.3770.80 features a number of new features, one of which is an experimental reading mode flag, allowing users to view Web pages in simplified mode by customizing and controlled the Chrome > Distill page....

We are talking about platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams, along with the dozens of platforms designed by any Software development company Houston. The cultural shift is massive, and there is room for better opportunities. Research and see if you want to step into the ecosystem and create a similar digital product. Trust us. The stats are in your favor. The process might seem overwhelming, but the need for a chat platform designed to meet specific requirements is severe....

Image: Trend MicroIMAGE: TREND MICRO Probably you know that memes played a role in the interference of the 2016 elections. Memes are now apparently used as a steady way to send commands to computers infected with malware. Trend Micro researchers identified a Twitter account that hides messages within images-a technique called steganography. The account was created in 2017, but until two months ago it was mainly idle. It was when the memes of Matrix Morpheus appeared....

Another aspect that makes cybersecurity so intriguing is the rapidity with which it is evolving. Both in terms of general growth (the sector is flourishing), as well as the scope and responsibility of the work that cybersecurity specialists are expected to accomplish. Information security, often known as digital security, is no longer a specialised field. The necessity to keep data and information safe grows as more life unfolds across the digital world....

The company shared information earlier this month on mitigating a 1.44 TBPS (terabytes per second) DDoS attack that exceeded 385 MPPS at its height, but the more recent incident that occurred on June 21 was more than double the size of PPS. The assault, which lasted just over 10 minutes, came within seconds to 418 GBPS, and in two minutes to 809 MPPS. On port 80 the attack vector was UDP....

What is a Reset? A reset is a hard reset, which generally cleans up your device by deleting all of your data and settings. A soft reset will just turn off your device without deleting anything, but it won’t fix any problems that might have occurred since the last time you used it. Resetting your device will often fix problems with viruses or malware, as these programs rely on user data to function....

A SSRF attack, according to the OWASP definition, allows an attacker to access or edit internal resources by abusing a server’s functionality. “By carefully picking the URLs, the attacker may be able to retrieve server configuration such as AWS information, connect to internal services like http enabled databases, or make post requests towards internal services that are not supposed to be exposed,” OWASP adds. The new Facebook tool, dubbed SSRF Dashboard, has a simple UI that allows researchers to define unique internal endpoint URLs for targeting and then see if those URLs have been hit during an SSRF attempt....

Two networks running numerous Facebook accounts were allocated to individuals affiliated with the Russian Internet Analysis Department, and the third, the social media site said, had “links to individuals associated with the French military,” For violating its stance against international or government intervention, all three were banned from the platform, Facebook said, adding that the networks targeted countries mostly in North Africa and some in the Middle East. No immediate statement on the accusations was made by the French military....

You may not be encrypting what you should Seemingly harmless devices can provide an access point to steal your data Your passwords on easy sites matter Don’t leave your Wi-Fi On Facebook Isn’t Safe SCYTHE moves beyond just assessing vulnerabilities. It facilitates the evolution from Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) to Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs). You May Not Be Encrypting What You Should You may have heard of encryption before....

In the LEADTOOLS imaging toolkits, Cisco Talos security researchers have discovered multiple faults that could result in code execution on the victim device. Developed by LEAD Technologies Inc., LEADTOOLS represents a series of toolkits for implementation in applications targeted to desktop, server and mobile devices in file, clinical, multimedia and image technologies. Various operating systems are provided by a SDK and various libraries. According to researchers from Talos, multiple vulnerabilities discovered in LEADTOOLS may allow a malicious actor to establish denial-of-service (DoS) conditions....

Remote Desktop can be enabled in Windows 10 to allow remote access to the device using the Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). Using the contemporary “Remote Desktop” or older “Remote Desktop Connection” programme, you may usually offer support or control a computer or server without being physically present at the site. Allowing external access to a device has been possible for a long time, but it was a function that had to be configured through the Control Panel....

However, the self-storage industry is rapidly changing with the new advancements in technology and in this article we will discuss some of how it has changed for the better. No need for keys Ask any self-storage owner one of their biggest headaches and they will tell you it’s clients losing their keys. Lost keys are expensive to replace and sometimes you need to change the locks if the customer doesn’t return them....

As the list below from George Washington University indicates, a security consultant may specialise in a variety of positions. Throughout their jobs, most security consultants will rotate through some of these positions. It’s not uncommon for a security contractor to work in several capacities at the same time (including many of the roles listed on the career hub). Getting Ready to Work as a Security Consultant Learn the fundamentals of networking – Security experts safeguard data and equipment on a network....

What is ITSM software and how does it work? ITSM capabilities or features are provided by an application or programme. Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) is a term that refers to the management of information technology services. ITSM is in charge of handling, managing, and delivering IT services to end customers. ITSM assists you in satisfying your business’s requirements. AITSM software can help you keep track of all of your IT chores in one place....

What is spyware ? Spyware is software that monitors your activities on the computer and sends this data back to a remote server. This can include everything from your personal internet browsing habits to the programs you are running. Spyware can also track your computer’s physical location, log files, and keystrokes. How to detect spyware on a computer? Spyware can be detected and removed by using a variety of methods. One common method is to use a spyware removal tool....

What is encryption? Encryption is a technique used to protect data or communication from unauthorized access. It converts data into a format that is unreadable by anyone who does not have the key needed to decrypt it. Encryption is used in a variety of applications, including email, file sharing, and secure communications. The benefits of encryption There are many benefits of encryption, but the most important ones are that it protects your data from being accessed by unauthorized individuals and it helps to ensure the privacy of your communications....

Fortunately, Steam has a number of features and privacy controls that you can use to keep certain games or your gaming activities hidden from others. They aren’t ideal, but they should suffice in the majority of cases. Games in the Steam Library can be hidden You can instantly hide a Steam purchase from your library if you don’t want someone else with access to your PC or Mac to see it....

Even before the actual site development phase, site details are planned. Everything from design, to security, are strategically laid out in a flow chart type system. Running the site will require a few hardware requirements, as well. Dependable servers are one such example. One must also take into account how the site will be divided up between team members. This, on its own, involves a whole host of steps. A website run by many different people can be a more complex issue....

Long gone are the times when people were reluctant to trust e-commerce websites. Today, online payments are more secure and flexible, which brings more freedom to those who like to shop from home. Among the most preferred payment methods, credit and debit cards take the leading position, followed by PayPal and AliPay, Visa Checkout and Masterpass: Image credit: Statista The most ‘cashless’ generations are millennials and Gen Z consumers – only 33% of millennials and 13% Gen Z report using cash on a daily basis....

If you’ve ever played Dungeons & Dragons, you’re well aware of how difficult it can be. Don’t even get us started on keeping track of campaign notes, character sheets, monster and item information, and relevant lore and world-building notes. And if you’ve never played before, it’s easy to be intimidated! D&D Beyond can help you whether you’re starting your first adventure or looking to streamline your Dungeon Master methods. And we’re here to show you how to do it....