Fri.Jan 03, 2025

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Around 3.3 million POP3 and IMAP mail servers lack TLS encryption

Security Affairs

Over 3 million POP3 and IMAP mail servers lack TLS encryption, exposing them to network sniffing attacks. ShadowServer researchers reported that around 3.3 million POP3 and IMAP mail servers lack TLS encryption, exposing them to network sniffing attacks. POP3 (Post Office Protocol 3) and IMAP (Internet Message Access Protocol) are two protocols used to retrieve and manage emails from mail servers.

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How to clear your iPhone cache for a fresh (and faster) start in 2025

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Cache and cookies can clog your browser and slow down your iPhone, but there's a simple way to bring your device back up to speed and give it a performance boost for the new year. Here's how.

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Facebook and Instagram Ads Push Gun Silencers Disguised as Car Parts

WIRED Threat Level

A network of Facebook pages has been advertising fuel filters that are actually meant to be used as silencers, which are heavily regulated by US law. Even US military officials are concerned.

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Apple's AI Photo Analyzer Faces Privacy Backlash

Data Breach Today

iPhone Maker Introduced Feature Without Explicit Consent Apple's artificial intelligence-led photo analyzer is raising privacy concerns months after the company appears to have enabled the feature by default. It uses a combination of on-device machine learning and encrypted cloud-based processing.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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iOS 18.2 was killing my iPhone's battery until I turned off this feature

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If your battery life has worsened since you upgraded to iOS 18, here's how I fixed the problem after weeks of tweaking my phone's settings.

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Could AI make you a billionaire in 2025?

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Sam Altman recently said we could soon see a one-person billion-dollar company. I did some research, and what I found might surprise you.

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Californians Say X Blocked Them From Viewing Amber Alert About Missing 14 Year-Old

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Many people reported they hit a screen preventing them from seeing the alert unless they signed in.

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Siri's secret recordings lead to a $95 million settlement. Could you get a share?

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The class action privacy suit contends that Siri recorded and shared Apple users' conversations. Apple isn't the only tech giant in the crosshairs of such legal action.

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FireScam Android info-stealing malware supports spyware capabilities

Security Affairs

FireScam malware steals credentials and financial data by monitoring Android app notifications and sending data to a Firebase database. Cybersecurity firm Cyfirma warns of the FireScam Android info-stealing malware that supports spyware capabilities. The malicious code steals credentials and financial data by monitoring app notifications and sending the information to a Firebase database.

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How to Achieve High-Accuracy Results When Using LLMs

Speaker: Ben Epstein, Stealth Founder & CTO | Tony Karrer, Founder & CTO, Aggregage

When tasked with building a fundamentally new product line with deeper insights than previously achievable for a high-value client, Ben Epstein and his team faced a significant challenge: how to harness LLMs to produce consistent, high-accuracy outputs at scale. In this new session, Ben will share how he and his team engineered a system (based on proven software engineering approaches) that employs reproducible test variations (via temperature 0 and fixed seeds), and enables non-LLM evaluation m

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How IBM's blueprint for industry transformation leverages AI, 5G, and collaboration

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In this exclusive talk with a senior IBM executive, learn about how AI, 5G, and groundbreaking partnerships are reshaping global industries.

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Microsoft, Ping, Okta Dominate Access Management Gartner MQ

Data Breach Today

Access Management Leaders Remain Unchanged as Customer Identity Cases Proliferate Advances in customer identity around better user experience, strong authentication, and centralized identity processes have driven rapid growth in the access management market. The space by grew 17.6% to $5.85 billion in 2023 as organizations increasing look to replace homegrown CIAM solutions.

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CES 2025: What to expect and how to watch

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As the world's largest tech conference devoted to consumer electronics, CES showcases the most innovative technology from leading companies worldwide.

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Dental Practice Pays State in Alleged Data Breach 'Cover Up'

Data Breach Today

Indiana Attorney General Fines Westend Dental $350K in 2020 Ransomware Hack An Indiana dental practice agreed to pay the state $350,000 and implement a long list of data security improvements following an alleged 2020 ransomware breach "cover up" that came to light when state regulators investigated a patient complaint about unfulfilled requests for dental X-rays.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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How to program your iPhone's Action Button to summon ChatGPT's voice assistant

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Unlike Siri, OpenAI Advanced Voice uses your phone's camera to understand your surroundings. If you have one of these iPhone models, here's how to get started.

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36 Chrome Extensions Compromised in Supply Chain Attack

Data Breach Today

Developers Listed as Public Contact Points Targeted in Phishing Campaign A supply chain attack that subverted legitimate Google Chrome browser extensions to inject data-stealing malware is more widespread than security researchers first suspected. So far researchers have identified 36 subverted extensions collectively used by 2.6 million people.

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7 rules to follow when setting up a home security camera - and where you should never install one

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Whether you want to mount a new camera or move an existing one, follow these pointers to enhance performance and avoid problems.

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US CISA Issues Final Cyber Rules for Restricted Bulk Data

Data Breach Today

Cyber Defense Agency Aims to Bolster Protections Against Chinese Intrusion The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency is issuing final rules to safeguard U.S. sensitive data from potential Chinese intrusions, requiring Americans involved in restricted transactions with Chinese entities to adopt stringent cybersecurity measures.

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Zero Trust Mandate: The Realities, Requirements and Roadmap

The DHS compliance audit clock is ticking on Zero Trust. Government agencies can no longer ignore or delay their Zero Trust initiatives. During this virtual panel discussion—featuring Kelly Fuller Gordon, Founder and CEO of RisX, Chris Wild, Zero Trust subject matter expert at Zermount, Inc., and Principal of Cybersecurity Practice at Eliassen Group, Trey Gannon—you’ll gain a detailed understanding of the Federal Zero Trust mandate, its requirements, milestones, and deadlines.

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Is your live TV streaming service still worth it? I reassessed the options for us both

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Curd cutting was supposed to save us from the cable monopoly, but those monthly bills keep going up. Are you really getting your money's worth out of that $90-plus subscription?

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Richmond University Medical Center data breach impacted 674,033 individuals

Security Affairs

Richmond University Medical Center has confirmed that a ransomware attack in May 2023 affected 670,000 individuals. New York’s Richmond University Medical Center confirmed a May 2023 ransomware attack impacted 674,033 individuals. Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC) is a healthcare institution based in Staten Island, New York. It provides a wide range of medical services, including inpatient and outpatient care, emergency services, and specialty care in areas such as cardiology, onco

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I test smart home devices for a living, and this is my favorite smart thermostat

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The latest Google Nest Learning Thermostat is the perfect example of a gorgeous piece of tech that works and promises to remain relevant.

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FireScam Android info-stealing malware supports spyware capabilities

Security Affairs

FireScam malware steals credentials and financial data by monitoring Android app notifications and sending data to a Firebase database. Cybersecurity firm Cyfirma warns of the FireScam Android info-stealing malware that supports spyware capabilities. The malicious code steals credentials and financial data by monitoring app notifications and sending the information to a Firebase database.

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Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals

As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.

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LG's new Gram Pro laptops compete with MacBook Air with thinner-than-ever designs

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LG's 2025 Gram Pro laptops feature the company's first-ever Copilot+ PC, armed with the 'Lunar Lake' Intel Core Ultra processor.

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US CFPB Needs to Look Beyond Zelle to Curb Scams

Data Breach Today

Ken Palla on Lessons From U.K and Australia to Reduce Fraud and Scams The U.S. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's decision to file a lawsuit against Zelle is too late and too narrow to reduce scams, said Ken Palla, retired director with MUFG Bank. CFPB last month sued the operator of Zelle, as well as three banks for failing to protect consumers from fraud.

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The best Dell laptops of 2025: Expert tested and reviewed

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Dell is well-known for its diverse lineup of reliable laptops, but with so many options to choose from, it can be hard to find the right one. Here are the best Dell laptops we've tested.

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US Sanctions Beijing Company for Flax Typhoon Hacking

Data Breach Today

Integrity Technology Group Built Botnet for Chinese Hackers, US Treasury Says The Department of Treasury blacklisted Integrity Technology Group, declaring transactions with the company to be off-limits for U.S. financial institutions and persons. The effect will likely have more symbolic than actual disruptive effect.

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Prevent Data Breaches With Zero-Trust Enterprise Password Management

Keeper Security is transforming cybersecurity for people and organizations around the world. Keeper’s affordable and easy-to-use solutions are built on a foundation of zero-trust and zero-knowledge security to protect every user on every device. Our next-generation privileged access management solution deploys in minutes and seamlessly integrates with any tech stack to prevent breaches, reduce help desk costs and ensure compliance.

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Your Apple Watch Series 4's new 'vintage' status means fixing it just got more complicated - here's why

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The parts needed to repair a vintage Apple device may no longer be in stock at Apple Stores or third-party shops.

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ShredOS

Schneier on Security

ShredOS is a stripped-down operating system designed to destroy data. GitHub page here.

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How to transform your doodles into stunning graphics with Apple's Image Wand

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Can't draw a decent image? No problem. Image Wand can convert your messy sketches into professional-quality images.

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